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Ever the unselfish star, Justin Herbert decided that, even with Los Angeles’ offense returning to a more pass-heavy approach during October’s stretch, he would do his part in keeping the Chargers’ run game numbers in tip-top shape. Finding his arm strength and downfield passing gifts well-respected through the New Orleans Saints’ coverage, Herbert discovered greatness through an alternative approach, hunting out a right-side rollout lane before fearlessly speeding ahead for a physical 38-yard run. Herbert’s intuitive play — also his career’s longest run to date — helped Los Angeles get on the scoreboards, eventually catapulting a 26-8 win, just the third final score of its kind in NFL history on Oct. 27, 2024. Prolific in every aspect, Herbert went 20-of-32 for 279 yards and two touchdowns, paired with four carries for 49 yards.