Chargers' Jim Harbaugh Criticizes Refs for Failing to Protect Justin Herbert
Jim Harbaugh expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating during the Sunday night game between the Steelers and Chargers. His quarterback, Justin Herbert, endured heavy punishment behind a struggling LA Chargers offensive line.
Despite Herbert's toughness, Harbaugh subtly called on referees to offer him the same protection given to other quarterbacks. Herbert suffered an injury scare to his right ankle after a hip-drop tackle, yet he managed to continue playing.
The game highlighted both the need for the Chargers' offensive line to improve and the role referees play in player safety. Several hits on Herbert would typically be flagged as roughing the passer, but they went uncalled.
"Harbaugh clearly isn't happy about it, and let his feelings be known in the most subtle, politically correct way possible."
Harbaugh refrained from openly criticizing the referees to avoid league penalties, but his message was clear: his quarterback was endangered and the officials failed to intervene as expected.
"Herbert's injury came on a hip-drop tackle that resulted in his ankle getting rolled up underneath his body."
Summary
Jim Harbaugh indirectly criticized officials for not adequately protecting quarterback Justin Herbert, who took dangerous hits and sustained an ankle injury despite his team's victory.
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