Prior to Jim Harbaugh officially accepting the position as the next head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, reports circulated suggesting his strong admiration for Justin Herbert. But what’s Herbert’s take on Harbaugh assuming the role of his head coach?

According to Colin Cowherd, the Fox Sports radio host, Herbert is genuinely enthusiastic about this development.

“I was texting Justin Herbert a couple of times last night. He is incredibly excited [about Jim Harbaugh becoming the coach of the Chargers].”

Cowherd’s statement, albeit confident, underscores the excitement around Herbert’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Herbert’s performance this season fell short of his own expectations, with a completion rate of 65.1 percent, 3,134 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. In fairness, the Chargers faced numerous challenges as a team.

With Harbaugh taking the reins for the Chargers, there’s a prevailing expectation that Herbert’s game will elevate to new heights. A compelling case can be made by examining Harbaugh’s track record in extracting the best from his quarterbacks.

During his tenure with the 49ers, he guided both Alex Smith and Colin Kaepernick to remarkable success. If he can do that, he’ll have a very good chance to take Herbert’s game to the next level as well.

The partnership between Harbaugh and Herbert in Los Angeles promises to be a captivating narrative, one that fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate witnessing unfold.

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