Justin Herbert's Shocking Struggles with Guest Phil Simms

Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL analyst Phil Simms joins Matt “Money” Smith on Bleav in Chargers to break down Justin Herbert’s stunning struggles and the Chargers’ 0-8 start. Simms offers a candid assessment of Herbert’s decision-making, Mike McDaniel’s offensive scheme, and the offensive line’s failures, even raising the possibility of benching Herbert to help reset his confidence. Plus, Matt breaks down the trade deadline, the decision to keep Khalil Mack, and why the Daiyan Henley trade could open the door for Marlowe Wax. Can the Chargers finally turn things around against the Ravens on Monday Night Football?This episode is presented by Kalshi, the prediction market for sports, news and more.
00:00 – Intro & Chargers trade deadline recap
03:46 – Daiyan Henley trade & linebacker outlook
06:44 – Sponsor break
08:14 – Phil Simms joins: Justin Herbert's slump
13:36 – Scheme fit & offseason footwork overhaul
17:10 – Clean pocket turnovers & pure progression
23:09 – Offensive line breakdowns & pass protection
26:19 – Issues with the quick passing attack
32:00 – Herbert's pressure rate vs. "seeing ghosts"
35:10 – Third-down struggles & offensive stagnation
38:12 – Week 9 preview: MNF vs. Baltimore Ravens
40:20 – Comparing Herbert to Josh Allen
42:10 – Supporting cast & receiver separation
45:53 – Potential fixes: Establishing the run
52:23 – Wasted defensive efforts & season outlook

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