In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we dive into the Chargers’ nail-biting win over the Broncos and shine a spotlight on Justin Herbert, who once again looked every bit like an MVP candidate. We break down how Herbert’s poise, accuracy, and late-game brilliance allowed the Chargers to overcome penalties, turnovers, and Denver’s ferocious defensive line. Despite being sacked multiple times and throwing an interception, Herbert showed the full arsenal—deep throws, touch passes, and clutch decision-making when it mattered most.
We also highlight how Denver kept this game close with J.K. Dobbins’ explosive runs and Bo Nix’s flashes of promise, but ultimately fell short because you just can’t keep giving the ball back to a quarterback as good as Herbert. On the Chargers’ side, we talk about the defense standing tall, Derwin James putting up a monster performance, and rookie O’Marian Hampton stepping up in a big way after injuries hit the backfield.
At the end of the day, this game reminded us why Herbert belongs in the conversation with Mahomes, Allen, and Burrow—and why the AFC West may finally be the Chargers’ to take.