The Chargers are making moves early in the season, and one just sent a ripple through the league: they’re signing former Jaguars tight end Patrick Herbert to their practice squad! It’s not just another practice squad addition; NFL insider Mike Garafolo dropped the news on Monday, confirming what makes this signing so wild. Patrick Herbert is, in fact, the younger brother of their starting quarterback, Justin Herbert. Talk about a family reunion on the field!
Patrick Herbert Chose Family For A Reason
This wasn’t some random luck-of-the-draw situation. Patrick Herbert, who had just been waived by Jacksonville, wasn’t short on options. He reportedly “fielded offers from multiple teams,” which means he had choices. But what sealed the deal for the Chargers? He “opted to sign” in LA after doing “extensive research on the starting QB.” We all know who that starting QB is: his brother, Justin. How cool is that? You gotta respect a player who puts that kind of thought into his next move, especially when it means joining forces with family. It’s a fantastic early-season story, highlighting both a strategic choice and a deep personal connection in the cutthroat NFL.
Grinding For A Roster Spot With A Specific Skill
When you talk about players who *get* what a Jim Harbaugh-led team demands, Patrick Herbert is speaking the language. He’s always been clear: for him, it’s about the grit, the dirty work. He told reporters during his Oregon days that he “prefers a big block over a big catch.” That kind of mindset is exactly what you need on a squad that’s trying to establish an identity. The path to the active roster from the practice squad is never easy, but Herbert has a real shot given the current setup. His only competition at tight end on the practice squad is Evan Svoboda, a player who only logged one season at the position during his college career. If Herbert can truly prove he’s a “difference-maker as a blocker,” there’s a strong belief he “could be TE4 on this team by the end of the year.” That’s not just making the squad; that’s carving out a legitimate role.
Keep an eye on this story, because a practice squad signing rarely generates this much buzz. Watching Patrick Herbert grind his way onto the active roster and potentially line up with his brother on game days? That’s the kind of early season drama that makes this league so good. It’s all about proving that blocking preference can translate into a crucial role.
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Originally reported by Bolts from the Blue.
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