OUTLOOK: Can Mike McDaniel and Justin Herbert RESHAPE Chargers’ Attack for a DEEP Playoff Run?
From Locked On NFL Scouting with the Draft Dudes - Daily podcast covering NFL and College Football scouting by Locked On Podcast Network, Kyle Crabbs, Joe Marino
June 9, 2026 · 33 min · Episode 2549
About this episode
The episode discusses the Los Angeles Chargers' potential for a deep playoff run under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and quarterback Justin Herbert amidst roster challenges.
Los Angeles Chargers face a season-defining crossroads as Jim Harbaugh enters year three with high expectations and roster questions. Can Justin Herbert and a revamped offense thrive under new coordinator Mike McDaniel’s fast-paced scheme, or will concerns over the inexperienced interior offensive line and unproven playmakers hold them back? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down key position battles, the outlook for Ladd McConkey and Tre Harris, and the importance of Derwin James staying healthy in a retooled secondary. With Chris O’Leary stepping in as defensive coordinator and veterans like Khalil Mack and Dalvin Tomlinson anchoring the defense, the Chargers’ depth and durability are under the microscope. The hosts debate Los Angeles’ win total, scrutinize offseason moves, and ask whether this roster—backed by $40 million in cap space—has enough firepower to push past another first-round playoff exit.
People in this episode
Hosts: Joe Marino, Kyle Crabbs
Topics covered
- NFL
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Justin Herbert
- Mike McDaniel
- playoff outlook
- offensive strategy
- defensive analysis
Keywords
- Chargers
- playoff run
- Mike McDaniel
- Justin Herbert
- offensive line
- defense
- NFL scouting
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Los Angeles Chargers
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