‘Fired up’ Jim Harbaugh Hails ‘Crown Jewel’ Justin Herbert on his Introductory Press Conference With the Chargers

Feb 1, 2024 | 9:56 PM EST

‘Fired up’ Jim Harbaugh Hails ‘Crown Jewel’ Justin Herbert on his Introductory Press Conference With the Chargers

Feb 1, 2024 | 9:56 PM EST

Jim Harbaugh recognizes talent when he sees it, and right now his eyes are fixated on Justin Herbert. For Harbaugh, the Los Angeles Chargers QB is the best among all the young QBs in professional football. It comes without question that Justin Herbert is one of the treasures of the Chargers, one reason why Jim Harbaugh wanted to become the team’s HC.

After being named the 2020 Rose Bowl MVP, he was drafted by the Chargers as the sixth overall pick the same year. See what the Chargers’ new HC says about Herbert in his introductory press conference speech.

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Jim Harbaugh lauds Justin Herbert in his first press conference

After leaving Michigan for the NFL, the new LA Chargers HC has nothing but admiration for Justin Herbert. In a recent YouTube upload, Jim Harbaugh unravels his thoughts on the 6’6 QB in his first press conference with the Chargers. He said, “He’s a crown jewel in the National Football League… talking about somebody getting me fired up.”

"He's a crown jewel in the National Football League."
– Jim Harbaugh on his QB Justin Herbert. pic.twitter.com/o0kAPlWt0l
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) February 1, 2024

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Justin Herbert is one of the reasons that enticed Jim Harbaugh’s new connection with the Chargers as he looks forward to working together to face upcoming challenges. His esteem for Justin Herbert was evident even before he joined the Chargers as he regards the 25-year-old as one of the best among the young NFL QBs. The way Harbaugh is trying to invest in Herbert, this season may reflect a change in the Chargers’ overall performance.

Why is Jim Harbaugh so admiring of Justin Herbert?

Herbert’s 2023 season record speaks volumes about his abilities as a quarterback. He recorded 3,134 yards on a 65.1 completion rate and 20 TDs through 13 games. Jim Harbaugh doesn’t hide his admiration as he confesses that he was a “little starstruck” on meeting Herbert for the first time.

The 60-year-old already has a record with the San Francisco 49ers leading them to three consecutive NFC Championship Games from 2011-2013 as the head coach. Harbaugh’s new position as the Chargers HC might give Herbert the direction that is necessary to mold this “crown jewel” on the first deep playoff run of his career.

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Khosalu Puro is a Primetime College Football Writer at EssentiallySports, keeping a close watch on everything from locker room buzz to end zone drama. Her journalism career began with four relentless years covering regional football circuits, where she honed her eye for team dynamics on the field. At EssentiallySports, she took that foundation national, leading coverage across the college football space. For the past two seasons, she has anchored ES Marquee Saturdays, managing live weekend coverage while sharing her expertise with the team’s emerging writers. She also plays a key role in the CFB Pro Writer Program, a unique initiative connecting editorial storytelling with fan-driven content. Khosalu ensures her experience is passed on to the rest of the team as well.

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