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The Ringer Fantasy Football Show fantasy football takes on Justin Herbert
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from The Ringer Fantasy Football Show about Justin Herbert.
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All The Ringer Fantasy Football Show insights about Justin Herbert
NegativeProjectionSep 21, 2026
Herbert was outplayed by Kirk Cousins in Week 2; the source notes Herbert has been 'really bad' and compares him to a malfunctioning high-end stereo system with all the bells and whistles that never works in practice, suggesting his talent doesn't translate to consistent on-field performance.NegativeProjectionSep 21, 2026
Herbert had worse statistics against the Raiders than Malik Willis had the previous week, and the source notes he 'played like shit today.' The source criticizes his pocket presence, saying 'he actually kind of is bad in the pocket and has bad pocket presence' and that 'the way he moves in the pocket sometimes is stupid' due to 'lack of awareness.' Herbert 'tries to do too much' and 'holds onto the ball too long,' attempting to make every play. Despite his strong arm, his movement in the pocket is problematic, and he fumbled after trying to stiff-arm a defender. The source concludes 'I think I have to too' lean away from Herbert after previously considering it.NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026
Justin Herbert struggled significantly against the Cardinals, with the source noting he 'didn't look good' and the team was out-schemed and out-physicalled. The source is backing away from previous optimism regarding Herbert due to the team's poor offensive line play and difficult upcoming schedule.PositiveProjectionSep 10, 2026
Justin Herbert is highlighted as a top-tier quarterback option for Week 1, noting that he was the most efficient quarterback in the league by EPA per drop back when playing with tackle Joe Alt last season. With both Alt and Rashawn Slater healthy, the Chargers are in a prime position against a bottom-three Cardinals defense.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Danny Kelly is highly optimistic about Justin Herbert's potential under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, suggesting Herbert could have a massive Week 1 performance with 200 yards and two touchdowns early on, potentially marking a significant leap for the Chargers offense.PositiveProjectionSep 7, 2026
The source is highly optimistic about Justin Herbert, suggesting he could throw 50 touchdowns and win MVP if the Chargers stay healthy. The source dismisses concerns about his playoff record, comparing his situation to LeBron James being punished for reaching the NBA Finals with inferior rosters.PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026
Justin Herbert is a target in the seventh round, with the source citing a massive upgrade in offensive scheme under a new coordinator. The Chargers' high usage of motion in the preseason suggests a more efficient, modern passing attack that could elevate Herbert's fantasy ceiling significantly.NegativeInjuryAug 30, 2026
The hosts reference the 'hobbled Herbert' narrative from the previous season, using it as an example of the recurring injury issues that plague the Chargers and make them a risky fantasy investment.NegativeUsageAug 19, 2026
Nate Tice expects Justin Herbert's rushing production to regress toward a 5-6% scramble rate rather than becoming a staple of the offensive game plan, as the new scheme provides better auxiliary answers and check-down options, reducing the need for him to scramble.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
Nate Tice is bullish on the Chargers' offense as a whole, noting that while predicting specific receiver production is a conundrum, he is confident in betting on Justin Herbert's performance under the new scheme.PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026
Selected as captain's pick in leadership draft; described as a big man you can literally get behind who will lead you into battle; noted as understated off the field, plays through injuries, and has players' respect in locker room.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Washington includes Justin Herbert among the group of quarterbacks they are comfortable drafting in the mid-to-late rounds.PositiveProjectionAug 7, 2026
Justin Herbert is identified as a comfortable quarterback target for fantasy managers who are waiting on the position.PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026
The source makes a bold projection that Justin Herbert is the best quarterback to ever play in a Kyle Shanahan-esque system and could potentially break Peyton Manning's passing touchdown record under Mike McDaniel's offensive system. Herbert is described as one of the fastest processors in the NFL with superior physical tools compared to other top quarterbacks, and the source suggests he might win MVP in 2026. The Chargers' offensive line upgrade and McDaniel's system design are cited as enabling factors for historic passing production.PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026
Justin Herbert is positioned as a top-four QB option (after Josh Allen, Drake May, and Lamar Jackson) due to Mike McDaniel's arrival as offensive coordinator. The source argues McDaniel is a talent maximizer who has elevated multiple QBs' careers and that Herbert's physical tools (arm strength, processing, mobility) are the greatest fit the Shanahan system has ever seen. Herbert was QB6 through the first nine weeks of last season and averaged 21 fantasy points per game in the four games he played with Joe Alt, which would have been QB1 pace; his performance was hamstrung by offensive line injuries (Rashawn Slater's patellar tendon tear before the season, Joe Alt's injury after four games). The Chargers have made significant O-line improvements (drafted Jake Slaughter, added Tyler Biotish, have Cole Strange at guard). Herbert led all quarterbacks in rushing yards per game through the first nine weeks of last season, and this rushing volume is expected to continue under McDaniel's system. The source projects Herbert for an MVP-level season, citing his superior physical tools compared to Tua Tagovailoa (better arm strength, better processing, better mobility) and the Chargers' offensive line improvement from historically bad (PFF grades: 38/38 left tackle, 36/36 center, 37/38 right guard, 38/38 right tackle) to average. The source argues Herbert's value is being underrated because two hard-to-quantify factors are overlooked: (1) the worst offensive line in the league becoming average, and (2) the coordinator upgrade from Greg Roman to Mike McDaniel, which the source compares to the Mike Singletary-to-Jim Harbaugh coaching upgrade that preceded three straight NFC Championship games for the 49ers.