Overview
- Jim Harbaugh told reporters Wednesday that Mike McDaniel will retain play‑calling duties after the Chargers used their Week 7 bye to review the operation.
- Los Angeles enters the break 0-6 and ranks at or near the bottom in key offensive metrics, averaging 15.0 points per game and last in expected points added per play.
- Justin Herbert has regressed this season with a career‑low 59.4% completion rate, eight interceptions tied for the NFL lead, and 21 sacks through six games.
- Reports from league insiders say ownership is unlikely to hire an outside offensive coordinator, making internal reassignment or Harbaugh taking over play‑calling the most likely alternatives.
- McDaniel is on a short leash and has been told to simplify the scheme and improve efficiency quickly, a change that will affect Herbert, injured linemen and the team’s plans before the trade deadline.