Is Justin Herbert playing tonight? Chargers QB's status explored for Week 7 clash vs. Cardinals

Justin Herbert is the starting quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers amid Jim Harbaugh's first season as the team's head coach. Herbert is one of the highest-rated quarterbacks in the league and will be looking to take the next step under Harbaugh in Los Angeles.

Is Justin Herbert playing tonight?

Yes, Justin Herbert is playing in tonight's game against Kyler Murray's Arizona Cardinals. Herbert does not have an injury designation going into the game, and barring any unfortunate occurrences will lead the team in a crunch Week 7 showdown. He's the QB1 for the franchise, so will be under center barring any setbacks.

Justin Herbert has amassed a stat line of 815 passing yards, eight TDs, and just one interception in five games. He hasn't recorded an interception since the Week 2 win over the Carolina Panthers.

While Herbert is a shoo-in to play, the Chargers will be without defensive back Deane Leonard due to a hamstring injury. Joey Bosa, Quentin Johnston, and Hayden Hurst are listed as doubtful after failing to participate in Saturday's training session.

How to watch Chargers vs. Cardinals?

The Los Angeles Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals game will start at 9:00 pm ET and will be played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

Here's what you need to know about the game:

• Date: Monday, October 21, 2024
• Live stream: FuboTV and DAZN
• Time: 9:00 pm ET
• TV: ESPN+
• Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona

The Los Angeles Chargers go into the game as favorites, holding a 3-2 record to start the season. The Chargers utilized a run-heavy approach at the start of Jim Harbaugh's tenure, which has J. K. Dobbins thriving. Franchise QB Herbert is more focused on making accurate throws rather than heaving them consistently down the field. Expect more of the same against the Cardinals.

The Cardinals have been struggling lately. They've lost three of their last four games and are now 2-4. It'll be interesting to see how Kyler Murray and Co. fare in a home game against the Chargers and if Marvin Harrison Jr. can hit the ground running after an early exit in Week 6's game due to a concussion.