Chargers fans split over Max Duggan's release amid Justin Herbert's rehab: "Was never NFL caliber" "Biggest L"

Second-year quarterback Max Duggan was informed today by the Los Angeles Chargers of his release. Duggan, a 2023 seventh-round draft pick, spent last season with the Chargers, being waived and then signed to the active roster multiple times throughout the season.

Starting quarterback Justin Herbert has been sidelined this preseason as he's been recovering from a plantar fascia injury in his right foot. With the preseason ending, the Chargers began the process by getting rid of one of their four quarterbacks on the active roster.

Upon finding out that the team released Duggan, fans had split reactions. Some fans never thought Duggan was made for the NFL and didn't think his playstyle would succeed in the NFL.

"Was never NFL caliber," a fan said.

"one of the weirdest draft picks in recent memory...just never was an NFL guy," one fan wrote.

"I never liked the pick when it was made. It's clear Jim Harbaugh saw enough. Best of luck to you Max," one person said.

While some fans didn't mind seeing Max Duggan released from the team, others were surprised by the move and didn't like it.

Some pointed out that he's done a better job than backup Easton Stick, who has been on the team longer than he has. Other fans think it's Jim Harbaugh's way of revenge after Duggan and TCU defeated Michigan in the 2022 semifinal playoff game.

"Biggest L," a fan wrote.

"Should have been Easton stick. He's had so many years to develop and is still worthless," one person wrote.

"Why are the cutting their best QB," a fan wrote.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is 'making progress' in his rehab

Justin Herbert during Los Angeles Rams v Los Angeles Chargers - Source: Getty

Bad news came out of Los Angeles regarding starting quarterback Justin Herbert on Aug. 1. Herbert was diagnosed with a plantar fascia injury a month before the start of the 2024 regular season. As a result, Herbert has to wear a walking boot.

However, good news regarding Herbert's status and rehab was given to Chargers fans on Thursday. Head coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters that Herbert is out of his walking boot, indicating his return is going as scheduled.

Herbert didn't play in the Chargers' preseason game this weekend and likely won't play in their preseason finale. The Chargers are handling his injury on a week-to-week basis.

The Chargers' regular season begins on Sept. 8, as they face the Las Vegas Raiders.