Overview
- Justin Herbert was slammed late in the second quarter, entered the blue medical tent, returned after halftime, and was replaced by Trey Lance in the fourth quarter with the outcome decided.
- The Chargers produced just 135 total yards and no offensive touchdowns, with Herbert limited to 81 passing yards as Jacksonville dominated time of possession.
- Jacksonville rushed for 192 yards, with Travis Etienne scoring twice, rookie Bhayshul Tuten adding a touchdown, and Trevor Lawrence also scoring on a keeper.
- Josh Hines-Allen became the Jaguars' career sack leader with his 56th, taking down Herbert in the second quarter.
- New left tackle Trevor Penning struggled in his Chargers debut as Jim Harbaugh acknowledged breakdowns in protection, and right guard Mekhi Becton was benched to start the second half ahead of the team’s bye.