It's an exciting yet nervous time to be a Los Angeles Chargers fan. The team is heading back to the postseason for the first time since 2020; however, can they be a real threat to win the Super Bowl?

In just one year, head coach Jim Harbaugh has seemingly already fixed the situation in Los Angeles, which shouldn't be a surprise, as Harbaugh has been a proven winner everywhere he has been.

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One big asset to Harbaugh's rapid success with the Chargers has been quarterback Justin Herbert. Herbert is having a breakout season, and one statistic reveals where Herbert is finding the most success.

According to Pro Football Focus. Herbert has dissected defenses this season using the play-action. Herber has posted a 94.3 PFF grade when the Chargers use the play-action.

Herbert trails only Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in this category. Sounds like pretty good company to me.

Justin Herber
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The Chargers are on a quest to prove they belong in the conversation as one of the elite teams in the NFL. The first step would be a postseason win, which is possible with Herbert under center.

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