Overview
- Rams safety Quentin Lake told the St. Brown Podcast on Wednesday that Herbert was “throwing deli meat” and “seeing ghosts” after Lake intercepted him in the Rams’ 24-9 win over the Chargers on Sunday.
- The loss left the Chargers 0-7 and highlighted a broader problem of turnovers that have disrupted drives and field position for the offense.
- Head coach Jim Harbaugh publicly rejected Lake’s assessment and said Herbert’s passing “did his job exceptionally well” despite two throws he would like back.
- Herbert said he had not heard Lake’s comments and that he is concentrating on the team as he carries a season line of 10 interceptions and five touchdown passes and the offense endures 27 consecutive drives without a touchdown.
- The public exchange sharpens pressure on offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and fuels trade chatter and organizational questions even as the Chargers hope injured players moving toward return can help stabilize the unit.