Updated
Updated · Fox News · Sep 26
Gronkowski Labels 0-2 Chargers NFL's Biggest Mess as Herbert-Led Offense Averages 14 Points
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Sep 26

Gronkowski Labels 0-2 Chargers NFL's Biggest Mess as Herbert-Led Offense Averages 14 Points

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 26

Summary

  • Rob Gronkowski singled out the 0-2 Los Angeles Chargers as the NFL's biggest mess, saying their play is far below expectations for a Jim Harbaugh team with Mike McDaniel calling the offense.
  • 14 points per game through two losses ranks third-worst in the league, with the Chargers also sitting 23rd in total offense after opening against Arizona and Las Vegas.
  • Justin Herbert has thrown 2 touchdowns against 3 interceptions and completed 59.3% of his passes, but Gronkowski said the breakdown is collective — from pass protection and scheme to receivers failing to make plays.
  • Buffalo awaits in Week 3, and the schedule stays difficult with Seattle, Denver, Kansas City, the Rams, Houston and Baltimore next, leaving little time for a quick reset.

Insights

With the Chargers' offense crumbling under Jim Harbaugh, is Justin Herbert the victim of a broken system or the cause of the mess?
Despite Super Bowl hype, the Chargers made historic 0-2 futility; will simplifying Mike McDaniel's offense save their season or expose deeper roster flaws?
Can a surprisingly strong Chargers defense carry an injury-plagued, fumble-prone offense against the undefeated Bills before the 2026 season slips away entirely?