Social media reacts to Justin Herbert’s gutsy comeback attempt vs. Chiefs
The game certainly didn’t end how Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers were hoping that it would, but the Oregon legend showed his moxie once again in the primetime contest.
In a 27-24 loss, Herbert threw for 334 yards and three touchdowns on 33-for-48 passing. Unfortunately, Herbert had an interception that was arguably the play of the game. He was picked off on the 1-yard line, which KC returned 99 yards for a touchdown.
Despite that, Herbert still had a chance to lead Los Angeles on a comeback. Trailing by 10 points in the fourth quarter and with a rib injury that was obviously bothering him, Herbert led a drive downfield that got the Chargers back into the game, down by 3 with just about a minute remaining.
The onside kick went to the Chiefs, and that was that.
Like I said earlier, it wasn’t the result that Herbert was looking for. Still, Herbert did things, and made throws on Thursday night that wowed the social media world. Here are some of the best reactions from the night:
From the Shield
Justin Herbert appreciation tweet
— NFL (@NFL) September 16, 2022
Playing through injury
Justin Herbert is battling.
Respect 👏 pic.twitter.com/TtpDEovDkz
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 16, 2022
Great teams cover
Justin Herbert really risked his entire NFL future so your Chargers +3.5 bet could hit on the backdoor cover
— Rodger Sherman (@rodger) September 16, 2022
As always, the dog in him...
Justin Herbert that drive pic.twitter.com/aWyldvaFhA
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) September 16, 2022
A DIME while hurt
An absolute DIME from Justin Herbert 😮💨
(via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/oO8pypgdPz
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 16, 2022
A rare mistake
Justin Herbert after throwing a 99-yard pick-six: pic.twitter.com/ArRDOWCex9
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 16, 2022
He's got heart
Justin Herbert really led a scoring drive with his chest rattling like someone's first car
— Justis Mosqueda (unmistakable latiñ flavor) (@JuMosq) September 16, 2022
Upside for Chargers fans
No Keenan. No Linsley or Pipkins in the second half. Justin Herbert probably breaks his ribs. Five should-have-been picks. Still only lost by three.
Moral victories don't mean anything in this league, but I don't feel any worse about this team now than I did before.
— Bolt Beat (@BB_Chargers) September 16, 2022
Put the team on his back, though
No Keenan. No Linsley or Pipkins in the second half. Justin Herbert probably breaks his ribs. Five should-have-been picks. Still only lost by three.
Moral victories don't mean anything in this league, but I don't feel any worse about this team now than I did before.
— Bolt Beat (@BB_Chargers) September 16, 2022
Just a reminder
Mario Cristobal had Justin Herbert throwing bubble screens and drag routes at 12:38 AM EST
— Noah / Klubnik QB1 (@PrimeKorver26) September 16, 2022
The game-changing INT
Justin Herbert with the WOAT pass
Goodness gracious pic.twitter.com/2F70rqsMF5
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) September 16, 2022
Injury News
Justin Herbert just left the locker room and walked into the X-Ray room. He had his left arm tight against his side. He got drilled in the ribs and missed a play but did return to the game. More to come.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) September 16, 2022