Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh was characteristically enthusiastic about quarterback Justin Herbert’s performance on Monday night when he called the quarterback a “ superhero ” for playing a week after having surgery on a fracture in his left hand.

Herbert played with a large glove and other protection on the hand while going 12-of-26 for 139 yards, a touchdown and an interception in the 22-19 overtime win. Herbert also ran 10 times for 66 yards while getting sacked seven times and losing a fumble during an eventful night against the Eagles.

Pain was visible on Herbert’s face on some of those sacks and runs, but Herbert downplayed the idea that he was worthy of special praise for playing hurt when others on the team are doing the same thing outside of the spotlight.

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