Chargers’ 0–7 Slide Spurs Calls to Bench Herbert, Fire Mcdaniel

WHO:

Pro Football Network - Shawne Merriman, a former Chargers All-Pro, questioned Mike McDaniel’s leadership.

Pro Football Network - The Los Angeles Chargers, quarterback Justin Herbert, and coach Mike McDaniel are involved in the team’s reported 0–7 start.

Draft Sharks - Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert played against the Rams.

Pro Football Network - Chargers fans called for Herbert to be benched after another poor performance.

WHAT:

Pro Football Network - Merriman said “the writing is on the wall” for McDaniel.

Pro Football Network - The Chargers’ 0–7 start prompted criticism of Mike McDaniel, with fans questioning his offense and his fit as Herbert’s coach.

Draft Sharks - Herbert threw for 257 yards in a loss to the Rams, with no touchdowns and two interceptions. He also fumbled, but the Chargers did not lose possession.

Pro Football Network - After a “disastrous performance in Week 8,” fans called for the Chargers to bench Herbert.

Pro Football Network - The article headline quoted fans saying, “Justin Herbert Is Fed Up,” “Fire the OC,” “Atrociously Awful,” and “Worst Starting QB in the League.”

WHERE:

Draft Sharks - The Chargers played the Rams.

Pro Football Network - The team is identified as the Los Angeles Chargers.

WHY:

Pro Football Network - Merriman questioned McDaniel’s leadership as the Chargers continued to struggle.

Pro Football Network - Fans criticized McDaniel over the Chargers’ 0–7 start and questioned the offense and his suitability as Herbert’s coach.

Pro Football Network - Calls to bench Herbert followed his Week 8 performance.

Draft Sharks - Herbert’s listed passing statistics came in the Chargers’ loss to the Rams.

HOW:

Draft Sharks - Herbert’s game included 257 passing yards, zero touchdowns, two interceptions, and a fumble that his team did not lose.

Shawne Merriman questioned Mike McDaniel’s leadership as the struggling Chargers continued their winless start. Justin Herbert threw for 257 yards against the Rams, with two interceptions and no touchdowns. After the loss, fans called for Herbert’s benching and questioned McDaniel’s offense and fit.