"Didn’t even know Justin Herbert had a brother in the NFL lol": Fans react to Patrick Herbert playing against Chargers QB in Week 11

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has a brother playing in the NFL. Patrick Herbert, the younger sibling of the two, is a rookie tight end for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Ahead of the Chargers vs Jaguars showdown on Sunday, Patrick was asked to share his thoughts on facing Justin Herbert on the field.

"It's awesome," Patrick said. "I think we kinda take for granted sometimes looking at him and being like, 'Oh, he's been in the league for 5-6 years or whatever.' I think it's a accomplishment. That's so cool."

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Fans on social media shared their reactions to Justin Herbert's younger brother facing him in Week 11.

"Didn't even know he had a brother in the nfl lol," one fan commented. "Am I the only one who said 'That's Justin.' to find out it's his brother to also find out Justin had a brother but ALSO that he's in the league," another fan said. "Herbie disguising himself as a jags player is next level commitment. I salute you Justin," this fan joked. "We are the same with this entire thought process, thought Justin was wearing a fake mustache Johnny Manziel style," another fan wrote. "I knew he was a TE in college but I thought he was a backup or literally had no stats. Im confused lol," one fan said. "I swear the league be spawning siblings like it's Madden franchise mode," this fan commented.

Patrick Herbert began his collegiate journey with Oregon in 2019. He missed out on the 2020 and 2021 seasons due to injuries before returning to the field in 2022. During his six years with the program, he played in 43 games and recorded 388 yards and four touchdowns TE.

Patrick then declared for the 2025 NFL draft. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Jacksonville Jaguars and has yet to make his debut in the league.

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How has Justin Herbert performed this season?

Heading into Week 11, the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback has helped his team to a 7-3 record. They also have a three-game winning streak after securing a 25-10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers last week.

In 10 games, Justin Herbert has recorded 2,610 yards and 19 TDs passing while rushing for 324 yards and a touchdown.

The Chargers are the second-best team in the AFC West behind the Denver Broncos. Their Week 11 game against the Jaguars kicks off at 1 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on CBS.

Edited by Priyam Hazarika