Los Angeles Chargers star linebacker Khalil Mack supports his quarterback Justin Herbert after their tough loss against the Houston Texans.

It wasn't the ending the Los Angeles Chargers were hoping for. A 32-12 blowout loss to the Houston Texans in the AFC Wild Card round wasn't just unexpected-it was downright painful

1. Harbaugh and Hortiz passionately defended Justin Herbert when they were asked about the criticism of their quarterback in the aftermath of Saturday’s loss in Houston. Herbert threw a career-high four interceptions. Harbaugh called the criticism “completely unfair.”

The Chargers expect to have a healthy amount of roster turnover after their season ended with a 32-12 playoff loss to the Texans.

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz defended quarterback Justin Herbert, who some claim blew their playoff game against the Texans.

Now that the Chargers season has ended with a playoff loss, attention must be turned to fix the interior offensive line, and receiver and pass rush depth.

Outside linebacker Khalil Mack gets home in a hurry for 8-yard sack. Quarterback Justin Herbert's 19-yard fastball to wide receiver Ladd McConkey has Paul Skenes-type heat behind it. 86-yard TD! Wide receiver Ladd McConkey races past the Houston Texans after catching quarterback Justin Herbert's dime on Wild Card Weekend in January 2025.

A tough blow could be on the horizon for the Los Angeles Chargers, as a veteran defensive player is considering retiring from the NFL, which could hinder Justin Herbert’s big aspirations for the upcoming season.

The Los Angeles Chargers are done as far as the 2025 postseason goes, but there's positives to look forward to in the future. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert struggled alongside LA's bad offensive line play and lackluster pass catching performances (outside of Ladd McConkey).