Chargers back McDaniel despite winless 0-6 start
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 17:36 · Archive
Jim Harbaugh confirmed Mike McDaniel will continue calling plays for the Los Angeles Chargers despite their 0-6 record.
Head coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed Wednesday that offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will remain the Chargers' playcaller, despite Los Angeles' winless start to the season. The team completed a self-evaluation during its bye week in Week 7 and decided to stick with McDaniel going forward.
The Chargers are 0-6, the only winless team in the NFL. Their offence has been particularly struggling, with quarterback Justin Herbert throwing a league-leading eight interceptions. The team has scored just 15 points per game, the lowest average in the league.
Harbaugh expressed confidence in McDaniel's ability despite the disappointing results. 'We're very confident in Mike and his talent, his work ethic and his ability. We continue to be,' Harbaugh told reporters. He added that the team responded to the bye-week assessment by looking at every aspect of performance that could improve.
McDaniel, hired from the Miami Dolphins, was brought in to revitalise the Chargers' offence. He has been widely regarded as one of the better offensive minds in the league. During the offseason, he oversaw changes to Herbert's mechanics, including adjustments to the quarterback's shotgun stance.
The Chargers' offensive struggles have frustrated fans. According to the Daily Mail, Herbert's fiancée, pop star Madison Beer, was heckled by supporters at a Disneyland event this week, with fans pleading with her to help 'fix' the franchise.
Los Angeles plays the Rams on Sunday as it seeks its first win of the season. Harbaugh has never called plays throughout his head coaching career, meaning McDaniel will continue to lead the offence.
How it is being reported
- Chargers refuse to fire Justin Herbert's coach despite winless start to the season and fans heckling his fiancee Madison BeerHead coach Jim Harbaugh threw his weight behind McDaniel as the Chargers attempt to pick up their first win of the season against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.Daily Mail Sport · 29 Oct, 13:50
- Chargers' Jim Harbaugh says he is 'very confident' in Mike McDaniel despite winless 0-6 season startJim Harbaugh confirmed Mike McDaniel will remain the Chargers' playcaller despite Justin Herbert's league-leading eight interceptions and an 0-6 start.Fox News · 29 Oct, 11:15
- Chargers could run themselves into ground with latest decisionChargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will call plays for the team, come hell or high water. That’s the message coach Jim Harbaugh sent Wednesday when he confirmed McDaniel would continue calling plays coming off the team’s bye week. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh listens to a question during a news conference after an...New York Post · 28 Oct, 21:35
In this story: Jim Harbaugh · Mike McDaniel · Justin Herbert · Los Angeles Chargers · Madison Beer · Los Angeles Rams
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