Justin Herbert's Struggles Linked to Fiancée Madison Beer by Former NFL Star
Retired NFL player Ochocinco speculates on the Chargers quarterback's performance dip, suggesting his relationship with Madison Beer may be a factor.
Justin Herbert's performance in the 2026 NFL season has seen a significant decline, with his quarterback rating and completion percentage dropping considerably compared to previous years. Through the first five weeks of the season, Herbert's completion percentage fell below 60%, and his quarterback rating stood at 70.2, a stark contrast to his career statistics where his rating had never dropped below 93.2 and his completion percentage remained above 65%.
Former NFL player Chad Ochocinco Johnson, appearing on a podcast with Shannon Sharpe, commented on Herbert's struggles. After viewing a photo of Herbert's fiancée, Madison Beer, Ochocinco suggested he understood why the Chargers quarterback might be distracted. "Let me see what she looks like… OH SH*T! I don’t too much put cream in my coffee, but I get it," Johnson reportedly told Sharpe.
The column notes that the author had previously consulted a body language expert regarding viral training camp videos of Herbert and Beer, with the expert suggesting their interactions appeared positive. However, the author maintains the belief that Herbert's focus has been affected, attributing his current performance issues to his relationship.
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