The quarterback spoke to the media on Wednesday. Take a look through some photos of the Chargers 2020 first-round Draft pick Justin Herbert during his distinguished career at Oregon. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert speaks to the media before Wednesday's practice. Justin Herbert was born in Eugene, Oregon and graduated from Sheldon High School in Eugene, Oregon; he played football, basketball, and baseball. He was the third quarterback taken, behind Joe Burrow and Tua Tagovailoa. Copyright: © 2020 ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Should Herbert be the Chargers' starting QB? Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams catches a 4-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Justin Herbert. [22], Herbert announced that he would return to Oregon for his senior season, where led his team to a 12–2 record and a win in the Rose Bowl, in which he won the Offensive MVP award.

[38] He finished with 311 passing yards, one touchdown, one interception, and one rushing touchdown as the Chargers lost 20–23 in overtime. [45] He became the first rookie in NFL history to throw for four touchdown passes on Monday Night Football. Chris Hayre and Daniel Jeremiah break down quarterback Justin Herbert's performance on 'Monday Night Football' against the New Orleans Saints.

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He graduated with a 4.01 grade-point average on a 4.3 scale [47] and was awarded the 2019 William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes excellence in academics, athletics, and leadership.