Can Steve Wilks help the 49ers' defense hold its spot at the top of the NFL? Will Kellen Moore get the most out of Justin Herbert in Los Angeles? Jeffri Chadiha identifies the five assistant coach hirings that will have the biggest impact on the 2023 NFL season.

The free agency frenzy's in the rearview mirror, the draft is in the books -- and the schedule is out. So ... would 2023 award prognostication feel premature? No chance! Marc Sessler provides his Way Too Early Top 10 QB Candidates For MVP?

Within the past 16 days, Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson agreed to new, massive long-term contracts. But despite the general thought being that recent QB contracts are a "blueprint" for other teams' deals, Chargers GM Tom Telesco is not focusing on that while negotiating a possible Justin Herbert deal.

The Los Angeles Chargers are exercising Justin Herbert's fifth-year option, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Friday ahead of Day 2 of the draft.

Speaking Thursday at the Chargers' draft party, quarterback Justin Herbert told reporters that his shoulder is "getting closer to 75 percent" after January surgery, and that he's solely focused on that rehab and getting back to football as opposed to focusing on contract extension discussions.

The deadline for NFL teams to option the fifth year on rookie contracts for their 2020 first-round picks is Tuesday, May 2.

What's next for Lamar Jackson? Who SHOULD go No. 1 overall to the Panthers? Is Bijan Robinson worth a top-10 pick? In the thick of roster-rebuilding season with the 2023 NFL Draft nearly upon us, Adam Schein examines nine burning questions across the league.

The Eagles and Jalen Hurts agreed to a five-year, $255 million extension on Monday, making him the highest-paid player annually in NFL history. Jeffri Chadiha identifies five major takeaways from Hurts' megadeal in this edition of The First Read.

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley said Monday that Justin Herbert was in attendance for the start of Phase 1 of the offseason program and that he was "progressing well" following surgery Herbert underwent on the labrum in his left (non-throwing) shoulder in late January.

Patriots pass rusher Matt Judon and Vikings running back Dalvin Cook teamed up to win the Sport Fishing Championship's "The Catch" tournament on Saturday.

Chargers general manager Tom Telesco recognizes the need to give Justin Herbert a big-time contract extension in the near future, but he also knows having to paying a top-tier quarterback is a good problem to have.

With L.A. needing to get under the cap and rumors of Keenan Allen becoming a cut candidate, Chargers GM Tom Telesco said Wednesday on GMFB that the veteran WR isn't going anywhere.

Marc Sessler evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2022 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 68.

The Super Bowl LVII matchup is set, but Chiefs-Eagles isn't the only pressing NFL matter. Adam Schein weighs in on major developments across the league, including Tom Brady's retirement, Denver's hiring of Sean Payton and much more.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert underwent surgery on the labrum in his left shoulder last Wednesday, the team announced.

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Who's about to get PAID in the coming offseason? Marc Ross identifies 10 NFL players -- five quarterbacks and five non-QBs -- who have earned fat, new contracts.

The Chargers' collapse on Super Wild Card Weekend forced coach Brandon Staley to make changes to his offensive staff. Staley also had questions to answer after his team blew a 27-0 lead in Jacksonville.

Marc Ross examines which first-round picks from the 2020 NFL Draft should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa and Packers QB Jordan Love stand?

The Los Angeles Chargers fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi on Tuesday, three days after the team's colossal playoff collapse last weekend in Jacksonville, attribution.

In the aftermath of Saturday's epic collapse from a 27-0 lead in Jacksonville, Los Angeles Chargers players defended coach Brandon Staley, whose future came under fire following the 31-30 loss to the Jaguars.

Up 27-0 late in the first half against the Jaguars, the Chargers looked to be cruising toward their first Divisional Round appearance in four years. Two hours and a methodical Jacksonville comeback later, Los Angeles was heading home instead.

The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Los Angeles Chargers to advance to the AFC Divisional Round for the first time since the 2017 season.

With the 2022 NFL regular season in the books, Marc Sessler ranks the starting quarterbacks for all 32 teams. Where do breakout studs like Brock Purdy, Trevor Lawrence and Jalen Hurts slot in?

How high does Tom Brady climb in Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings after last week's big performance? Plus, Jared Goff hits the top 10 for the first time this season. See the full pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 18.

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"GMFB" does their own quarterback mock draft for 2023.

"GMFB" reacts to NFL Network's Kyle Brandt's AFC starting quarterback tiers.

"GMFB" shares what's the biggest NFL mystery heading into '23 season.

NFL Network's Rhett Lewis: Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers could maximize Los Angele Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's arm if the team elects to draft him

"GMFB" discusses what does Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' extension mean for future of QB market.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert finishes second at the Sports Fishing Championships' "The Catch" event.

NFL Network's LaDainian Tomlinson shares that quarterback Justin Herbert can take AFC West from Kansas City Chiefs.

NFL Network's Lance Zierlein: Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt would unlock Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's 'home run' throw potential.

"GMFB" discusses how should a quarterback's worth be determined.

"GMFB" shares their top 5 quarterbacks in the AFC division.

NFL Network's Michael Robinson ranks the 10 best quarterbacks in the AFC entering the 2023 season, accounting for a potential Aaron Rodgers arrival with the New York Jets.

Mahomes, Allen, Burrow, Rodgers, Lamar, Herbert, Lawrence, Watson, Wilson, Garoppolo

Take a look back at some of the most interesting and jaw-dropping milestones and records broken during the 2022 NFL season.

Watch a countdown of the top highlight plays made by Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert in the 2022 NFL season.

Quarterback Justin Herbert's contract extension is the biggest offseason priority for the Los Angeles Chargers.

Watch the best plays by Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert from the 2022 NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert runs for a gain of 13 yards on third down.

The Los Angeles Chargers go up 24-0 with a 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Justin Herbert to tight end Gerald Everett to finish off an 11-play drive.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert throws a 23-yard completion to wide receiver Keenan Allen.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert throws a completion to tight end Gerald Everett who runs for a gain of 23 yards after the catch.

NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe talks about the growth of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence ahead of each quarterback's playoff debut.

NFL Network's Jason McCourty breaks down Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence just ahead of their Super Wild Card matchup.

Next Gen Stats gives us the key stats and numbers to watch for in each of the six playoff matchups

NFL Network Kurt Warner's key factors for Los Angeles Chargers-Jacksonville Jaguars on Super Wild Card Weekend.