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Chargers' Harbaugh, Herbert Slam Officiating After Steelers Clash

12/9/2025

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Jim Harbaugh, Los Angeles Chargers coach, and Justin Herbert expressed frustration with officiating after Week 11 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Herbert noted season-high 149 hits and 196 pressures, highlighting his vulnerability.
Harbaugh argued Herbert's size leads to unfair officiating and compared him to Shaquille O'Neal.
Herbert believes arguing with officials yields little benefit.
Former quarterbacks emphasize credibility when advocating amid mixed reactions to roughing calls.

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Jim Harbaugh, Los Angeles Chargers coach, and Justin Herbert expressed frustration with officiating after Week 11 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Herbert noted season-high 149 hits and 196 pressures, highlighting his vulnerability.
Harbaugh argued Herbert's size leads to unfair officiating and compared him to Shaquille O'Neal.
Herbert believes arguing with officials yields little benefit.
Former quarterbacks emphasize credibility when advocating amid mixed reactions to roughing calls.