Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert trained on Monday for the first time since July 31.
Herbert had to wear a walking boot for two weeks due to an injury to the plantar fascia in his right foot.
The fifth-year quarterback was not used in full-team situations but was used frequently in 7-on-7 drills.
Coach Jim Harbaugh was overjoyed to see Herbert back on the field in his yellow No. 10 practice jersey.
“I felt like there was music playing. I thought I heard music. Maybe voices of angels,” Harbaugh said. “It was a great feeling. He looked great, with a capital G. No power drop, pinpoint precision, really good.”
Herbert has continued to attend meetings and do conditioning work while wearing the walking boot, and he is gradually being prepared to be a full participant in practice when the Chargers open the season on Sept. 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Aside from Herbert’s health, the search for a solid replacement quarterback is still an ongoing process.
Easton Racketswho started four games last season after Herbert broke a finger on his throwing hand, struggled in the two preseason games. He played the first half against the Seattle Seahawks and Rams, but caused three turnovers and led the Chargers to just three field goals.
Harbaugh said Stick will start Saturday in the final preseason game in Dallas.
Luis Perez was signed on August 7 and played the entire second half against the Rams last Saturday. Max Duggana seventh-round pick last year, was released on Monday.
Reporting by The Associated Press.
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