Key Highlights
- Herbert has done what no other quarterback in NFL history has been able to, setting the record for the most passing yards in their first five seasons, most completions through six seasons and being near the top of the list in total touchdowns. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThough Herbert has been a premium player in his NFL career, there is one major knock: his performance in the postseason.
- The Chargers' quarterback has yet to win a playoff game, losing in both of his previous appearances. Herbert's two playoff losses have been historically rough: an infamous collapse from a 27-0 lead against Jacksonville in 2022, and a four-interception disaster in Houston in 2024.
- As the Chargers enter their current playoff matchup against the 14-3 New England Patriots, this game offers the franchise quarterback a critical opportunity to secure his first-ever playoff victory and finally lay the "he can't play in January" narrative to rest. Here is a deeper look at the Chargers quarterback's record-setting career and his challenging history in the playoffs. MORE: Whats to know about Justin Herbert's parents, girlfriend, entire familyAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJustin Herbert playoff recordYearPlayoff RecordResult20220-1L, Wild Card vs.
- Jaguars20240-2L, Wild Card vs.
- TexansHerbert has been in two playoff games in his young career and has failed to win either of them.