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Justin Herbert’s Fast Start Vaults Chargers to 2-0 and Puts QB in Early MVP Mix

A more aggressive passing plan under Greg Roman, buoyed by receiver production and a sturdier defense, has amplified Herbert’s efficiency and the team’s ceiling.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 15: Jakobi Meyers #16 of the Las Vegas Raiders carries the ball against Derwin James Jr. #3 of the Los Angeles Chargers and Alohi Gilman #32 during an NFL football game at Allegiant Stadium on September 15, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Herbert followed a Week 1 win over the Chiefs with a 20-9 road victory over the Raiders, going 19-of-27 for 242 yards and two touchdowns with 31 rushing yards and no turnovers.
  • Sportsbooks moved Herbert near the top of MVP boards after two games, with FanDuel listing him at +850 and DraftKings at +900 as of Sept. 16.
  • Los Angeles has leaned pass-first through two weeks, with Herbert posting 560 yards and five TDs to zero interceptions as Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston and Ladd McConkey headline a productive receiving corps.
  • The Chargers’ defense limited Las Vegas to 218 yards, intercepted Geno Smith three times and has yet to allow a first-half touchdown this season, reinforcing the team’s early AFC West lead at 2-0.
  • Before kickoff in Las Vegas, Herbert appeared to flash a subtle middle finger in a clip the NFL posted to X and then deleted; the video spread online and neither the league nor the quarterback commented.