Nick Canepa's Report Card: Chargers QB and Running Backs Excel
Nick Canepa grades the Chargers following their 37-10 win over the Vikings at SoFi Stadium.
Chargers QB Justin Herbert had been hit 62 times prior to the game, yet leads the league in passing yards and attempts. He has also been running more than ever, averaging 26.6 yards per game.
Under pressure, his first hot pass was a reversed-by-replay pick-six.
Despite this, Herbert led his team on a 16-play drive for a touchdown and found Ladd McConkey for a 27-yard touchdown just before the break.
Running Backs
With Omarion Hampton on injured reserve and Najee Harris out for the year, Kamani Vidal has stepped up as the team's primary runner. He ran with great purpose, scoring and gaining significant chunks of yards.
- Kamani Vidal: excelled as the team's primary runner
- Jaret Patterson: activated for the game
Author's summary: Chargers QB and running backs earn A's in blowout win.