10/16/2026
The Chargers are 0-5 and have the worst offensive numbers of Justin Herbert’s career. Here’s where things have gone wrong, and what the data says could fix it.
The total offensive efficiency and production are both way down.
The Chargers have lost 5.79 EPA per game to offensive penalties, on pace for the most of any team since at least 2016.
Teams are playing more zone against Herbert than ever, and he’s not taking what the defense gives him.
Yards after catch are way down, especially on screens. LAC averages 1.6 yards per screen play, which ranks 29th.
Herbert faces the third-lowest blitz rate in the league but is getting sacked on nearly 1 in 4 dropbacks when teams bring 5+ rushers.
Here’s what the data suggests could help fix their offense.