Justin Herbert will make his preseason debut, participating for a series or two to gain valuable experience against a live pass rush. He feels it's crucial to adapt to the speed and pressure of the game, rather than just relying on practice scenarios. Herbert has faced significant pressure in past seasons, being among the top five for quarterback hits and blitzes. With a revamped receiving corps, he believes that playing against the Rams will help prepare him and his team for the upcoming season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs in São Paulo, Brazil.
Ever the competitor, Herbert felt it was important to face a live pass rush and get a feel for the ball coming out of his hand before the regular season.
I wanted to go out there and see a pass rush, because in practice, as a quarterback, you don't always get the true feeling.
Those reps likely will be beneficial for Herbert, who was top five in quarterback hits (62) and blitzes faced (156), while being sacked 41 times in 2024.
I just thought this was something that could be good for me, good for this team.
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