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Matt Waldman RSP Film Room fantasy football takes on Justin Herbert
Every source-backed video insight STACKED has extracted from Matt Waldman RSP Film Room about Justin Herbert.
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All Matt Waldman RSP Film Room insights about Justin Herbert
NegativeProjectionAug 24, 2026
Due to concerns regarding the interior offensive line and potential mismanagement of a three-way running back committee, Matt Waldman suggests slightly lowering expectations for Justin Herbert's statistical output.PositiveRoleJul 6, 2026
Mike McDaniel is working on adjusting Justin Herbert's footwork to get the ball out quicker, focusing on the first couple of seconds to two and a half seconds, where he is most effective.PositiveProjectionJul 6, 2026
Justin Herbert's uneven OTAs and mini camp reports should not be a concern, as he is learning new timing and precision in the quick passing game under Mike McDaniel's adjustments to his footwork.PositiveRoleJun 8, 2026
Herbert's processing ability is good but not great—he makes 1-2 poor decisions per week despite being a beautiful thrower, which limits his ceiling as a top-tier processor like Brock Purdy or Tom Brady.PositiveProjectionJun 8, 2026
Mike McDaniel's footwork adjustments for Herbert are scheme-oriented to emphasize quick passing and play-action, which should help Herbert avoid the problematic intermediate range where he has struggled historically.NegativeProjectionMay 18, 2026
Bob Harris projects Herbert to finish around QB8 ADP despite current expectations, citing significant fantasy headwinds: third offense in three years (two in NFL), lost Wan'Dale Robinson from receiving corps, ranked as worst QB against pressure last year, and teams now have a full offseason book on his weaknesses. The combination of offensive instability, defensive game-planning, and depleted receiving options makes him a fade at current ADP.