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Chargers QB Justin Herbert has 6th-best odds to win MVP next season

Oddsmakers believe Justin Herbert has a decent chance of winning the MVP award in 2024.

Oddsmakers believe Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has a decent chance of winning the MVP award next season.

Herbert has the sixth-highest MVP odds at +1400; a $100 bet would win $1,400. He is right below Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes (+600), Bills’ Josh Allen (+800), Bengals’ Joe Burrow (+900), Texans’ CJ Stroud (+1100) and Ravens’ Lamar Jackson (+1200), per BetMGM.

After getting a massive payday last offseason, Herbert’s campaign wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows as he dealt with injuries to both hands, with a fractured index on his right hand ending his season early.

In 13 games, Herbert had a 65.1 percent completion rate for 3,134 yards, 20 touchdowns and seven interceptions to go with 52 carries for 228 yards and three more scores.

Looking ahead to this season, Herbert will be playing in yet another offensive system, going from Kellen Moore to Greg Roman.

Roman is expected to come in and improve the run game, which should take some pressure off Herbert and allow for more designed carries for him. A good rushing attack should lead to more deep passes through play action, where he should thrive with his big arm.

Look for Herbert to have a bounce-back season in 2024, and potentially make a case for the league’s most valuable player.

What are Chargers QB Justin Herbert’s odds to win NFL MVP in 2023?

Chargers QB Justin Herbert has decent odds of winning the prestigious award.

With the NFL season months away, this is when future bets are placed on various categories, including the league’s most valuable player.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has the second-best odds of winning the prestigious award at +900, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. That means if you place $100, you win $900 if Herbert wins MVP.

Herbert is behind Bengals’ Joe Burrow, Bills’ Josh Allen and Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, who are tied for the best odds at +700.

Herbert has been nothing short of outstanding in his first three seasons with the Bolts, throwing for 14,089 yards, 94 touchdowns and 35 interceptions and shattering various records along the way.

However, Herbert has yet to fully unlock what makes him such a great player: his immense arm strength and talent.

Last season, Herbert dealt with fractured rib cartilage and other key players on the offense had their respective injuries, and they did not have a speed option, which limited him from uncorking it.

Still, former offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi’s system was bland, keeping most of Herbert’s throws short and underneath. But now the Chargers are hopeful OC Kellen Moore’s offense will do wonders for Herbert, and all signs are pointing to that coming to fruition.

The middle-to-deep passing game should improve. While Moore was the Cowboys offensive coordinator, they had the seventh-highest average depth of target in the NFL (8.3 air yards per attempt).

Additionally, on the move is when Herbert is at his best. And Moore utilized a lot of quarterback movement. In 2019, 2021 and 2022, QB Dak Prescott had the ninth-most dropbacks where he was rolling right or left or scrambling right or left to throw.

The new system is the recipe to success for Herbert, and so is the return of all key members on the offensive side of the ball, including left tackle Rashawn Slater and the addition of wide receiver Quentin Johnston.

With that being said, if you’re a bettor, Herbert for MVP could be a sneaky good play.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert’s early MVP odds are very promising

Oddsmakers believe Chargers QB Justin Herbert has what it takes to win the MVP award in 2023.

Oddsmakers believe Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has a good shot to win the MVP award in 2023.

Herbert has the fourth-highest MVP odds at +1000; a $100 bet would win $1,000. The former Oregon product is right below Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes (+650), Bengals (+650), and Bills’ Josh Allen (+800), per DraftKings Sportsbook.

Herbert finished second in passing yards (4,739) and third in completion percentage (68.2%) in 2022.

This past season, Herbert dealt with fractured rib cartilage and a torn labrum in his non-throwing arm that kept him from playing at the level of his first two seasons.

Other factors are key players on offense had their respective injuries. Additionally, former offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi’s system was vanilla and kept most of Herbert’s throws short and underneath.

But the Chargers are hopeful new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore’s system will do wonders for Herbert, who has yet to fully unlock what makes him such a great player: his immense arm strength and talent.

The middle to deep passing game should improve. While Moore was the Cowboys offensive coordinator, they had the seventh-highest average depth of target in the NFL (8.3 air yards per attempt).

Furthermore, on the move is when Herbert is at his best. And Moore utilized a lot of quarterback movement. In 2019, 2021, and 2022, Dak Prescott had the ninth-most dropbacks where he was rolling right or left or scrambling right or left to throw.

If the Chargers tinker with the personnel by getting a complete tight end and a speedy wide receiver in the draft and Moore’s system proves to play to Herbert’s strengths this upcoming season, he could very well be a strong candidate to hoist the MVP trophy.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert named Offensive MVP as AFC holds off NFC in 2022 Pro Bowl

Just another day in the office for Chargers QB Justin Herbert.

The AFC defeated the NFC 41-35 on Sunday at the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was named the game’s offensive MVP after finishing 7-of-11 for 98 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception.

Herbert connected with Ravens tight end Mark Andrews on both of his passing touchdowns.

Not too shabby for winning the prestigious award after being named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in just his sophomore season.

Raiders edge defender Maxx Crosby was named defensive MVP.

The other Chargers players who participated in the all-star game were safety Derwin James, tackle Rashawn Slater, and center Corey Linsley.

James had an interception, and Slater played some right tackle.

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2021 NFL MVP odds: Chargers QB Justin Herbert gaining ground

Find out where Chargers QB Justin Herbert ranks in 2021 NFL MVP odds after three weeks.

Following one of the best rookie campaigns in NFL history, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has picked up where he left off.

Herbert has thrown for 951 yards through three games, which ranks No. 4 in the league, and six touchdowns to three interceptions.

Herbert’s most prolific showing came last Sunday in the statement victory over the Chiefs, in which he out-dueled QB Patrick Mahomes en route to passing for 281 yards and four scores.

Not only did the 23-year old continue to draw the national spotlight, but his performance also caught the oddsmaker’s attention, as Herbert cut his MVP odds more than half.

He opened up the season at +4000, but now Herbert sits at +1300, per Tipico Sportsbook. That means if you place $100 down and Herbert wins the prestigious award, you pocket $1100.

That puts him tied with Cowboys’ Dak Prescott for the fourth-best odds, trailing Matthew Stafford, Kyler Murray (+600), Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen (+750), and Aaron Rodgers (+900).

Herbert has the opportunity to make that number descend even more next Monday night against former coordinator Gus Bradley’s Raiders defense.

ESPN analyst predicts Chargers QB Justin Herbert to win 2021 MVP

Mike Greenberg believes that Justin Herbert will shine in his sophomore season.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert won the 2020 Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Can Herbert add to his trophy case this upcoming season?

ESPN’s Mike Greenberg believes so.

On an episode of Get Up, Greenberg confidently said that he believes Herbert will be crowned the 2021 most valuable player.

“With as good as he was last season, and almost no reason to be as ready as he looked, now a full offseason and all of the additions his team has made, I would suggest Justin Herbert is a sneaky excellent pick to be this coming season’s NFL MVP.”

The rest of the panel liked Greenberg’s bold prediction, with longtime NFL center Jeff Saturday calling it a “great pick.”

Herbert set rookie records for total touchdowns (36), passing touchdowns (31), completions (396), multi-passing touchdown games (10), games with 300 yards passing (8) and three-passing touchdown games (6).

Heading into the new season, Herbert could be in for an even bigger season, given the fact that he will have all key skill players from last year returning, with the additions of Jared Cook and Josh Palmer coupled with offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi’s system playing to his strengths.

Most importantly, Herbert will have plenty of time to distribute the wealth to those guys now that he will have a competent offensive line that features All-Pro Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler, Oday Aboushi and first-round pick Rashawn Slater.

There is the possibility of a slight regression knowing that teams will have more film on Herbert this year. But the players around him coupled with his natural talent and high football IQ should be able to mitigate that from occurring.

If Herbert was crowned MVP, he would be the latest of second-year quarterbacks to win the award, joining Patrick Mahomes (2018) and Lamar Jackson (2019).

Chargers QB Justin Herbert a dark horse MVP candidate in 2021

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has the chance to take his game to another level.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert won the 2020 Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Can Herbert add to his trophy case this upcoming season?

Good Morning Football’s Peter Schrager believes so.

The GMFB crew listed their early dark horse MVP candidates for the 2021 season, and Schrager tabbed Herbert as his.

Schrager highlights the new offensive system playing to Herbert’s strengths and the revamped offensive line as some of the main reasons why he believes the 22-year old can take the next step in 2021.

Herbert set rookie records for total touchdowns (36), passing touchdowns (31), completions (396), multi-passing touchdown games (10), games with 300 yards passing (8) and three-passing touchdown games (6).

Heading into 2021, the former Oregon product could be in for an even bigger season, given the fact that he will have all key skill players from last year returning, with the additions of Jared Cook and Josh Palmer.

Most importantly, Herbert will have plenty of time to distribute the wealth to those guys knowing that he will have a competent offensive line that features All-Pro center Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler, Oday Aboushi and first-round pick Rashawn Slater.

Sure, there is the possibility of a slight regression knowing that teams will have more film on Herbert. But the players around him coupled with his natural talent and high football IQ might be able to mitigate that from occurring.

Herbert currently has the ninth-best odds to win MVP this upcoming season.

To watch Schrager’s explanation, click on the video below and fast forward to the 2:55 mark.

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Chargers QB Justin Herbert a dark horse MVP candidate in 2021

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has the chance to take his game to another level.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert won the 2020 Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Can Herbert add to his trophy case this upcoming season?

Good Morning Football’s Peter Schrager believes so.

The GMFB crew listed their early dark horse MVP candidates for the 2021 season, and Schrager tabbed Herbert as his.

Schrager highlights the new offensive system playing to Herbert’s strengths and the revamped offensive line as some of the main reasons why he believes the 22-year old can take the next step in 2021.

Herbert set rookie records for total touchdowns (36), passing touchdowns (31), completions (396), multi-passing touchdown games (10), games with 300 yards passing (8) and three-passing touchdown games (6).

Heading into 2021, the former Oregon product could be in for an even bigger season, given the fact that he will have all key skill players from last year returning, with the additions of Jared Cook and Josh Palmer.

Most importantly, Herbert will have plenty of time to distribute the wealth to those guys knowing that he will have a competent offensive line that features All-Pro center Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler, Oday Aboushi and first-round pick Rashawn Slater.

Sure, there is the possibility of a slight regression knowing that teams will have more film on Herbert. But the players around him coupled with his natural talent and high football IQ might be able to mitigate that from occurring.

Herbert currently has the ninth-best odds to win MVP this upcoming season.

To watch Schrager’s explanation, click on the video below and fast forward to the 2:55 mark.

https://embed.sendtonews.com/oembed/?SC=wS9EycZ8Ip-1311553-7498&autoplay=on&V=2&format=json

NFL QB Tiers: Where does Chargers’ Justin Herbert rank?

USA Today’s Mike Jones released his quarterback tiers heading into the season.

USA Today’s Mike Jones released his quarterback tiers heading into the season.

Rather than ranking them numerically, Jones put all 32 starting signal-callers across the league in six different categories: elite, very good, solid, ascending, unproven and shaky.

For Chargers QB Justin Herbert, Jones put the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year in the “ascending” tier entering the summer.

Justin Herbert threw 31 touchdown passes and just 10 interceptions as a rookie who wasn’t expected to play right away. A new coaching staff could create some challenges, but Herbert will work tirelessly to learn the new offense.

The three other quarterbacks that fell under the same category as Herbert were Baker Mayfield (Browns), Joe Burrow (Bengals) and Kyler Murray (Cardinals).

In 2020 Herbert set the league on fire, setting rookie records for total touchdowns (36), passing touchdowns (31), completions (396), multi-passing touchdown games (10), games with 300 yards passing (8) and three-passing touchdown games (6).

Heading into 2021, the former Oregon product could be in for an even bigger season, given the fact that he will have all key skill players from last year returning, with the additions of Jared Cook and Josh Palmer.

Most importantly, Herbert will have plenty of time to distribute the wealth to those guys knowing that he will have a competent offensive line that features All-Pro center Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler, Oday Aboushi and first-round pick Rashawn Slater.

How he will do under new offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi remains to be seen. However, Herbert, who has had five different play-callers dating back to his freshman year of college, has still managed to master new systems due to his high football IQ.

Looking at Chargers QB Justin Herbert’s current odds to win 2021 NFL MVP

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is looking to have a stellar sophomore season.

After putting together one of the best rookie seasons in NFL history, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert looks to keep that momentum in his sophomore campaign.

Looking to be viewed as the league’s most valuable player, oddsmakers believe that Herbert’s chances of him securing the award are reasonable in 2021.

At the moment, Herbert’s odds of winning NFL MVP are +3000, which puts him tied for ninth with Titans QB Ryan Tannehill, per BetMGM.

Here’s a look at the players ahead of him and their perspective odds:

QB Patrick Mahomes (+600)

QB Aaron Rodgers (+800)

QB Josh Allen (+1200)

QB Lamar Jackson (+1400)

QB Kyler Murray (+1400)

QB Tom Brady (+1600)

QB Matthew Stafford (+1800)

QB Dak Prescott (+2000)

QB Russell Wilson (+2000)

RB Christian McCaffrey (+2500)

RB Derrick Henry (+2500)

After being forced to start in Week 2 against the Chiefs after a medical accident with Tyrod Taylor, Herbert took the driver’s seat and it was all gas, no brakes for the former No. 6 overall selection.

Herbert set rookie records for total touchdowns (36), passing touchdowns (31), completions (396), multi-passing touchdown games (10), games with 300 yards passing (8) and three-passing touchdown games (6). He was just 39 yards short of Andrew Luck’s rookie record of 4,374 yards passing.

The sky is the limit for Herbert this upcoming season if they can add a high-caliber starting left tackle and another weapon or two in the draft.