Chargers Gear up for 2026: Herbert's Growth and Offseason Success

WHO:

chargers.com - Justin Herbert, Trey Lance, DJ Uiagalelei, Mike McDaniel, Jim Harbaugh, Derwin James Jr., Joe Hortiz, Khalil Mack, Tyler Biadasz, Akheem Mesidor

raiders.com - Sean Payton, Patrick Mahomes, Bo Nix, Jaylen Waddle, Travis Kelce

WHAT:

chargers.com - The Chargers will hold 15 open practices at The Bolt and practice twice at the University of San Diego in early August.

chargers.com - Justin Herbert recorded 3727 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and 498 yards rushing in the 2025-2026 NFL season.

chargers.com - Herbert was sacked 54 times in 2025, the second-highest total in the league, and faced a league-high 263 pressures.

chargers.com - The Chargers earned an 'A-' grade from ESPN for their offseason moves.

chargers.com - The Chargers signed center Tyler Biadasz, tight end David Njoku, fullback Alec Ingold, and running back Keaton Mitchell.

chargers.com - The Chargers re-signed Khalil Mack, Denzel Perryman, and Trey Pipkins III, and released guard Mekhi Becton and tight end Will Dissly.

raiders.com - The Chargers hired Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator.

WHERE:

chargers.com - The Chargers will practice at The Bolt and the University of San Diego.

raiders.com - The Chargers are located in Los Angeles.

WHEN:

chargers.com - Chargers Training Camp will report on July 28 and hold their first practice on July 29.

WHY:

chargers.com - The hiring of Mike McDaniel is seen as a major move to improve the Chargers' offense and enhance Justin Herbert's efficiency.

HOW:

chargers.com - McDaniel implemented a new, two-pronged strategy focusing on Herbert's footwork for quicker throws.

chargers.com - The Chargers made personnel moves to bolster their offensive line and retain high-end veterans.

The Chargers are set to kick off their Training Camp on July 28, with their first practice scheduled for July 29, and will hold 15 open practices at The Bolt and the University of San Diego. Last season, Justin Herbert threw for 3,727 yards and 26 touchdowns, but faced significant challenges, being sacked 54 times and pressured a league-high 263 times. In a bid to enhance their offense, the Chargers have hired Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator and made several key personnel moves, including signing center Tyler Biadasz and re-signing Khalil Mack.