Justin Herbert, once hailed as a rising star in the world of American football, found himself teetering on the edge of the top 10 in NFL.com’s quarterback power rankings for Week One of the 2023 season. Despite the leadership of Kellen Moore as the offensive mastermind, the Chargers struggled to find their rhythm on the field. Their run game faltered, leaving Herbert vulnerable to the merciless attacks of opposing defenses.
“It was tough out there,” admitted Herbert, reflecting on the challenges he faced during the tumultuous season. “Without a strong run game to support me, I found myself in some tight spots.”
NFL.com analyst Shook did not mince words when assessing Herbert’s performance. In a scathing critique, Shook questioned the validity of ranking players based on future projections rather than their current standing.
“If Herbert nearly fell out of the top 10 because of his recent season, how does Rodgers get the nod based on future projection while playing less than 10 snaps all year?” Shook pondered.
Despite the controversy surrounding Shook’s rankings, Herbert remained optimistic about his future in the league. “I disagree with Shook’s list, but hey, everyone’s entitled to their opinion,” Herbert remarked with a shrug.
The top 10 quarterbacks on Shook’s list remained a topic of heated debate among fans and analysts alike. Some questioned the validity of the rankings, while others praised Shook for his bold choices.
“What do you all make of Shook’s list? Do you agree with his top 10? What about Herbert’s place amongst them? How do you feel about the list as a whole?” the questions lingered in the minds of football enthusiasts, prompting a lively discussion in the comments section.
As the new season loomed on the horizon, Justin Herbert faced the challenge of reclaiming his spot among the elite quarterbacks of the league. With determination and grit, Herbert vowed to rise above the doubts and criticisms that plagued him, ready to prove his detractors wrong on the field.