# Harbaugh pushes Herbert to improve

> Chargers' coach tells QB to be better after offensive struggles.
- Title: Harbaugh pushes Herbert to improve · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Chargers' coach tells QB to be better after offensive struggles. Chargers' offensive coordinator Jim Harbaugh demands Justin Herbert improve his play after a…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/jim-harbaugh-tells-justin-herbert-to-be-better-chargers
- Published: 2026-09-29T16:30:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jim harbaugh, justin herbert, los angeles chargers, nfl, offensive coordinator, quarterback, bills, sports
## Offensive struggles
The winless Los Angeles Chargers face offensive despair after a 24-16 loss to the Bills.
## Harbaugh's demand
Harbaugh told Herbert: 'Be better. Be better.'

> Be better. Be better
## Herbert's stats
Herbert's QBR is 27.4, 29th in league, with a career-low 59.1% completion rate.
## Offensive issues
Three drops and five penalties in the third quarter caused the Chargers to score only 16 points.
## Herbert's response
Herbert said he needs to find a way to fix the offense despite feeling stuck.
## Next games
The Chargers face tough opponents in the next four games, risking playoff eligibility.
## Key takeaway

Chargers' offensive coordinator Jim Harbaugh demands Justin Herbert improve his play after a 24-16 loss to the Bills.