Justin Herbert, the BEST QB in the NFL | The Drue Tranquill Show

Justin Herbert is arguably the best quarterback in the NFL. During his first two seasons he has passed for almost 10,000 yards, won NFL Rookie of the Year, been selected to the ProBowl, & completely changed the trajectory for the Los Angeles Chargers franchise. Before being selected 6th overall by the Chargers in the 2019 NFL Draft, Justin played college ball at the University of Oregon from ‘16-‘19. Justin grew up a couple miles from the Duck’s stadium, frequently attending games as a young kid.
In this episode, Justin shares his story from growing up in Eugene, OR to arriving on the biggest stage in football. Justin’s story is a unique blend of humility & competitiveness that has sustained him through the highs and lows of life.
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[@daichitengri9980]

I feel so lucky getting Herbert immediately after Rivers. I was scared to go through QB hell. Glad we found our guy

[@G7777K]

Seriously lol I was trying to think of any other team that went from one elite qb to another so quickly & came up blank

[@ernestogastelum9123]

@@G7777K the Packers, 49ers and maybe the Chiefs

[@G7777K]

@@ernestogastelum9123 true. I wouldn’t count Alex smith though. Packers are probably the closest comparison

[@daichitengri9980]

@@G7777K the only teams i can think of is maybe the packers from brett Favre to Rodgers but that was a long time ago

[@RickityRawDawg]

@@daichitengri9980 seahawks had a year gap, between Hasselback to Russell wilson, and the same thing with peyton to luck.

[@fronts3165]

Justin’s level of maturity is mind boggling. The media’s read on him is “interesting.” There’s much to learn from him. As a life long fan going back to Dan Fouts, I am so happy that he’s a Charger.

[@austinsavage3540]

💯⚡⚡⚡👍

[@charleskavoukjian3441]

As a Vikings fan I’m jealous

[@Jerryy8]

🙂🙂🙂 ⚡️ ⚡️

[@eduardosalazar4540]

Hard to not like Justin Herbert, he’s so humble

[@canman1407]

I bet the other afc west teams aren’t huge fans

[@Mmaldo84]

Herbie was throwing 90s for sure. Too humble to even say so. What a guy!

[@haydensmith948]

he was. I played against him in high school. He sat low 90's consistently

[@beefcakes27]

I think he was clocked at 95 in high school.

[@tkl7049]

Are u guys talking about mph or how far he can throw?

[@beefcakes27]

@@tkl7049 mph pitching.

[@kyletucker3811]

His receivers can attest to this. 😁

[@lbobby9043]

Guy might be the most humble dude in the world. He literally said he’s not that smart while he attained a 4.0 GPA in bio as a starting QB. No one better than Herbie

[@melaniemonks2546]

Yeah, but at the same time, there are people who could never get a 4.0 majoring in microbiology no matter how hard they worked. So he still isn't giving himself any credit for his baseline intelligence. And, to be honest, I think he quite literally doesn't realize how athletically gifted, and somewhat intellectually gifted, he is. He doesn't even fully understand. Amazing.

[@younggoose7315]

And he was a teacher assistant

[@whizkid00000]

@Tyler there's that humility again. Dude is forsure naturally smart

[@reallhoxhoes8935]

Alot of better QB

[@younggoose7315]

@@reallhoxhoes8935 name 7 better

[@slee787]

⚡️⚡️his parents did great 👏. humble and down to earth. Way to raise the best QB in the world

[@reallhoxhoes8935]

Not the best🤣🤣🤣 if he was he would have AT LEAST a mvp vote let alone an mvp award

[@charleskavoukjian3441]

He’s set many records already, he’s also really young still. Give it time and that persons comment will be true

[@TokyoMater.]

His dad was my coach last year. He is a great man

[@eduardosalazar4540]

Coach: “you’re gonna be the second string QB” Justin: “are you sure?” 😂

[@sawyerhuelat7484]

Justin has a very healthy lack of self-awareness. Very nuanced in his humility.

[@crissal4730]

This is what makes him a great Quarterback. He does not put any pressure on himself and just takes care of business on the field. He is always on an even keel.

[@jakegarcia5183]

Well said.

[@zakmukhtar8672]

This dude is special and very humble, notice how he immediately shutdown Drew on being the best QB in the NFL! 👏👏👏

[@billsmith8961]

JH would only do interviews like this with teammates or friends. He’s beyond grounded. He’s underground. This is what you’d want your son or best friend to be like. Even Drue was just astonished how interesting of a person he is. He does not worry what ppl think. It’s a cliche to say but it’s hard to do. It’s whatever his parents or coaches say that matters. If football ended tomorrow he would be upset but know he gave it his all and had a good time and move on with life. Football aside. He’s a special person that will also give back.

[@melaniemonks2546]

Exactly!!! And it's SO RARE in athletes that people I've tried to tell about him just can't believe it! I want everybody to see this podcast!!

[@G7777K]

It’s so awesome how Herbert always says “we, our” instead of “me, mine”. Selfless to the core. I remember in the Indy hard knocks, Carson Wentz would never say “WE need to do so & so” it was always “YOU need to…”

[@sayjaibao01188]

Herb is a natural leader. True leaders, lead by example and believe in the team first concept.

[@G7777K]

@@sayjaibao01188 yep. People are gonna be shocked when he takes a team friendly contract. It’s not in his nature to be the star #1 guy, even though he is lol.

[@alexbenner565]

@@G7777K People are gonna be trying to tell him to get a massive payday. Good thing he deleted Twitter 😀⚡

[@Vic760.]

I love the humbleness and selflessness but being one of best qbs in the nation i feel like giving himself a little credibility will help himself alot as a player

[@sayjaibao01188]

@@G7777K Herb deserves whatever they offer him. But they were smart to try to maximize on his current rookie deal. You gotta go all in and be competitive from a roster building perspective and it'll pay dividends. I've seen so many new Chargers fans in the most random places lately!

[@sequoialeoniak]

we’re so lucky to have Herbert as a charger. Such a selfless, humble guy⚡️great episode once again Drue!

[@nipplefucker69]

Herbért’s last baseball season he was 8-0 with 71 Ks and .66 ERA in 53 IP and had a 1.170 OPS hitting. What a beast

[@davidbrazell5179]

I heard he's more of a baseball player.

[@DavidTorres-is6wo]

Justin herbert is definitely the best quarterback ever!

[@TwoCentPeanutGallery]

Drue Tranquil looks so confused at how humble and great Herbert is. It's like he's trying to put it together but it's not adding up and making him concerned 🤣

[@melaniemonks2546]

Literally guys this talented just aren't like this! I try to tell others NFL fans, and they don't believe me! And I think one reason is that Herbert doesn't actually fully understand how good he is/will be by the time it's all said and done. He's just trying to get better whatever isn't perfect yet and doesn't realize all the "want" in the world would never make most people become that good.

[@luv3daysgrace1]

Justin is a rare breed! He is awesome & I hope he never changes.

[@jreutp]

Been a Herbie fan for 6+ years now. Gotta say Best Justin Herbert interview Ever!!! Thanks Drew. More please.

[@Lynnbsb09]

My QB is such a humble guy! 🙌🏻 ❤ we are so lucky to have him !!

[@sayjaibao01188]

Humble and down to earth guy.

[@realmtreader6566]

I always thank the Dolphins for passing on him

[@mako8033]

when did you buy him and for how much ? YOUR qb ? i like the boy and think he'll do great too but he's not mine . maybe try getting a job , perhaps a family . i'm just being a dick , sorry . i know what you meant .

[@nicolegreen1599]

They way he shook his head and got uncomfortable when he called him the best QB told me everything I needed to know about him right there. He is just a sweet guy all the way around. It is seriously endearing and you can't help but love the guy.

[@oregonhunter1000]

Being from Springfield I’ve watched him since high school, absolute class act in every way. Favorite player by far

[@skipthebase]

David...me too! Springfield High School. Go MILLERS!

[@melaniemonks2546]

I can't say enough good things about this interview! It took me YEARS of different short clips, articles, pressers, to learn most, but not all, of what was said here. Good work Drew, and THANK YOU JUSTIN for agreeing to do this!! I'm so happy for people to learn more about you and see how you really are. Please do another one some day. 🙏

[@austincrum685]

You know how people say you should meet your heroes/role models? Well Justin definitely defies that rule. He’s just as cool of a guy as one could imagine.

[@peterphann1414]

I think people have reasons to be proud and respect to the two Chargers players with character " talk less , more actions " ; Justin Herbert & Drue . I been in the good times & the bad times with my SUPER CHARGERS since 1982 ; this current Chargers ..from Top to bottom has a chance to bring SB TROPHY HOME ! GO CHARGERS GO !

[@Carlos_Alvarado2]

Herbert is the choosen one to give our team their first SuperBowl thats the dream I wanna see come true as a life long charger fan.... HE IS OUR GUY

[@amadou234]

Herbie a true Oregonian, the rain can get annoying but after a while you miss the rain. All my friends who went to school in cali said they miss the rain.

[@notyaaight4463]

This needed to be 2 hours cmon TRANQUIL

[@FFLTenacityFinancial]

“Did we just play footsies?” “Yeah don’t kick me” 😂

[@nicolegreen1599]

Good for him. Social media is the place where peace goes to die. It’s just not a fun place anymore.

[@CJ-te3zv]

Insane that he didn’t play his junior year and got into Oregon and then “somehow” became the second string was heavily criticized goin into the draft and now look at him top 5. GENERATIONAL TALENT

[@ca74050]

Bro blocked all the noise. That’s my Quarterback 🔥⚡️

[@alexbenner565]

First time listening here, I love that Teddy Roosevelt quote you have framed behind you. One of my favorites of all time. Rooting for you Drue. BOLT UP ⚡⚡

[@jakeuchiha9540]

He really out here just like I am playing football with my friends that’s it. If y’all think I’m good cool I get to play more football because of it🤣 that’s awesome

[@dannorthcutt8112]

I’ve watched every Justin Herbert KZbin video ever and enjoyed them all but this is by far the best Herbert interview I’ve seen. I especially liked the Defensive minded questions Drew asked about the Offense. Great job guys. Best wishes for a healthy 2022 season! 🌩

[@melaniemonks2546]

Agreed!! I feel like this is GOLD right here. I hope everyone appreciates it and understands that haha. I spent YEARS learning most of this, but not all, from little snippets here and there. This is a rare, more thorough interview!!

[@luisrperezjr.7120]

Young man I'm impressed. I'm 62 and very rarely am I surprised. I'm retired and I have always been a dolphin fan from Miami, but now I'm also a charger fan because of this teams players like you two. Love the interesting questions and especially the answers. I grew up a military brat then I went in for 11.5 years and didn't stress about planning my future because I believe God had a plan to reach me in ways I never would have dreamed. Be mindful of your thoughts don't let them overwhelm you, Find your faith live it out doing what you Love.. So cool to see this your friend was gracious to expose who he really is happy for you guys many blessings.😀Luis

[@koloseta]

Look at Herbert man...so inspirational 🔥

[@NH-wk9iq]

Great head on his shoulders. Perfect franchise QB and superbowl champion. BOLT UP ⚡ boys

[@RealblkUce]

Yes!!! We been waiting for this to drop thanks fam

[@luv3daysgrace1]

Thank you Drue! Can't wait for the upcoming season. ⚡️

[@Shiba_Inu_Des]

Great interview! Always nice to hear Justin’s stories, such a great person, we’re so lucky to have him as our QB.

[@jeseniadiaz6121]

Loved it!! Do more with players from the team!

[@Daniel-iq7cj]

We are so lucky to have this guy as our QB. great interview

[@christophercastro9640]

Love the podcast man, love what you’re doing on the platform 💪🏾⚡️

[@evanfate3008]

Love it Drue! keep em coming

[@rgalvan619]

STALEY AND HERBERT IS GUNNA BE ONE OF THE GREATEST COACH/QB DUO OF ALL TIME! Mark my WORDS

[@melaniemonks2546]

I don't doubt it at all!!! I've thought Justin would be one of the greatest ever from the early days I saw him because I thought he attitude spoke to how he would succeed. The talent just came along for the ride.

[@gioitruong8067]

I hope so but it hard to beat 2 decade Brady and Bielichick

[@rgalvan619]

@@gioitruong8067 ok second best 😂

[@gioitruong8067]

@@rgalvan619 I never been this exciting for our chargers this year 😊let go for a long time my friend

[@amenbrother8818]

To think Staley is just a "defensive genius," he's actually one of if not the greatest quarterback coach of all time.

[@edb8563]

Dude, thank you. This is of the most candid I’ve ever seen Justin.

[@antonioq6826]

Pair of GOATs! Keep the good work Drue! Greetings from Monterrey, Mex.

[@itzzsnooze4243]

Great podcast drue!Herbert is so humble that’s what I love about him

[@Siluetae]

Thanks for doing this Podcast, very well done Drue!

[@kobamaru2u]

Great job once again, Drue. The Zen of #10 is fascinating stuff.⚡️

[@maoscott]

Ah hells ya! Drue Tranquill show. Subscribed!!!

[@octaviomarquez1361]

Stay humble to both of you, Drue and Herbert. You both are successful and you gotta love Justin Herbert mentality

[@BOLT-DADPodcast]

Drew is very relatable and seems to get great convos out of his teammates. Really cool perspective. ⚡⚡⚡

[@envytalent6039]

Hey bolt dad I see you !!

[@BOLT-DADPodcast]

@@envytalent6039 ⚡⚡⚡⚡

[@bernieb5214]

Drue! Thanks for those quick Phil stories! Awesome interview! ⚡️

[@4tunateKD420]

Great interview big dog thanks for putting this together for us fans ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️

[@bryant460]

Drue and Justin, two of the NFLs very best. Great show ⚡️⚡️

[@chaunceywilliams8405]

Thank you. Excellent job Drue.

[@lisacateyes53]

The more I see and hear Justin the more I respect him, like him and am thankful he is our QB and that is saying something since I've been a Charger fan since the 1963 season. GO CHARGERS!

[@Uncle_Jamms_Army]

Herbie is the man! Great job Drue! Keep the content coming.

[@SKYSOLDIER173rd]

Drue you’re the goat for this! ⚡️

[@mikeym319]

Been waiting for one of you guys to start a podcast glad it was you drue all your episodes and guest are 🔥🔥 keep it up excited for this year!!⚡️

[@kevinbelmonte.]

Just found your channel brother, you were my top 5 favorite players to watch this past season for the chargers and hope you keep balling these years to come! 🔥 blessings to you and your fam! Keep up with the podcast! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JiroProject]

Drue, I'm so happy to see you pursuing another passion of yours. I truly hope this opportunity grows into something bigger for you. Ps. Herbert is seriously a great guy

[@anthonystefani9242]

Great job Drue. Love the series

[@JDeep72]

The Phil Rivers moment with Tranquil is so cool. Phil is a big reason I started being a fan and that sounds like a great moment. Love the interview Drue

[@ulisesbetancourt3318]

Herbert MVP 2022-2023 we already know bolt up⚡️

[@nutsnboltslosangelescharge6311]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Well done! I’m from upper Michigan and don’t miss the temperamental weather changes, but rain is my favorite weather. Sucks that Herbert can’t play hoops without being filmed or judged, I get it, he’s about to make half a bill. Great mindset, calming energy, it’s going to be a tremendous season!

[@anthonycabadas8524]

Aye brother, this is Anthony cabadas I was the one in the pic that went viral showing how jacked Justin is, I’m a life long fan and was even the first in line for the tattoo giveaway they gave first year In LA, even tho I was born and raised in San Diego. Would love to be on the show, chat with a charger great! Wish you and your family the best prayers and blessing your ways brother, keep up the great work!

[@taniaramirez2639]

El Príncipe Azul de Los Ángeles que lanza los más bellos pases. This video was great, thanks for this wonderful conversation.

[@oregonstacker2878]

Go Ducks and Bolt Up!!! Awsome interview!!!

[@sandiegosportsfan2871]

I didn’t know you had a podcast, or even a KZbin channel. Great listen! Bolt up ⚡️

[@michaelhaasboltman]

Good job Drew! You have what it takes to be a good interviewer and I think your podcast will be successful moving forward!

[@RickityRawDawg]

This makes me so happy! Stay blessed drue!

[@RickityRawDawg]

Also I wanna see you play that Yamaha in the background!

[@slideonem]

“Did we just play footsies?” 🤣🤣

[@TheSportsAdvocate]

Its great to see how humble Justin is, while also knowing he is capable of being a MVP candidate

[@skipthebase]

I LOVED hearing where Herberts shyness to the media originated from. For those who don’t know he is talking about Dakota Prukop who was the Oregon starter before Herb took over at UO

[@mikecatania4492]

This kid is a great kid and it's so refreshing to see this super amazing talent be so normal on the outside with fire inside to compete. Well spoken and a family guy. Chargers are lucky to have this kid . I hope they take good care of this guy. He's not a kid he's a stud QB!

[@Carlos-hq8tb]

We’ve been waiting for this!!

[@JadeDragonSilkPhoenix]

Yo, Drue, man I love this channel. I'm a Wyoming native living in China for the past 27 years and I'm a huge Chargers fan. My apartment here is totally a Chargers Man Cave! Love our Chargers and I love this channel, particularly interviews with Chargers personnel. Go Bolts! And Thank you for these interviews!

[@ethanhenson44]

The best QB hands down! Such a humble guy! So glad he’s our QB

[@Miguel_and_The_Microbes]

I REALLY APPRECIATE THESE 2 GUYS

[@ulisesbetancourt3318]

Thank you Drue 🤟

[@cornelljones4390]

Great show Drue

[@evanbucur4546]

Great video, can’t wait to see the team out there this year! #boltup

[@Loserville1997]

Finally someone got him on a podcast !!

[@TheMTBFamILY_]

I’ve been waiting a whole week, since u announced #JH10 was coming to the show! ⚡️ no more feining for the content 😂 #BoltUP⚡️

[@winningtennis4914]

Drue, great stuff brother!

[@Noahdventure]

Drue has been lights out this year!

[@notyaaight4463]

Born and raised in LA and I agree w Justin I love the rain as well 😂

[@topdawgflix3616]

We needed this and for someone to actually throw out Justin Is the best qb in the leauge

[@joelpagan9670]

What a guy. Love both of you guys! Go chargers!!!!

[@DavidV-gc8mt]

Look at Herbert man so inspirational

[@ceezb5629]

Rivers anecdotes >> shows the leadership and character of Phil 💛💙

[@ethanlc8096]

We have a really bright future ahead of us, Spanos is gonna pay MILLIONS to Herbo.

[@chargerpaul9914]

Drue, great interview, you just keep getting better! Just going to say it, lock Herb in for once a month, he's an enigma and I find him fascinating. The always Nike and baseball nuggets were great, any insight about Justin is welcomed. You could ask "likes and dislikes", Food, Travel, Music, Funny Stories, whatever! Keep up the good work.

[@romeoossogaming6455]

Love the subtle funny bits and subtleties. Can tell it’s a friend interviewing a friend and was comically awkward in some early parts 😂

[@deppsterdeppe725]

Herb is Down to earth, Super competative,unassuming,highly intelligent student of the game.and just generally a nice well mannered kid. Chargers and fans are so fortunate to have him as our QB

[@sidgotsauce]

Im happy by watching this🙌🏻⚡️

[@devon125]

Love hearing him say he was a Chargers fan growing. Herb is literally living the dream.

[@BOLT_TF_UP]

Hey Justin I'm from Santa Ana feels good hearing you mention it, i b driving around w my CHARGERS plates all over the city ⚡⚡⚡

[@flammingdemon07]

Justin Herbert's definitely well rounded individual, he got such a high level of professionalism

[@jonesisnotarobot]

Good luck for the future man, bolt up always

[@richardjimenez7467]

I love that football was a side gig that kinda worked out! No question Justin is completely locked in on that most valuable of skills - perseverance! (Given physical and cognitive skills - of course he’s going to be successful) What a stroke of luck for the Chargers! My prayer (so to speak) is for continued health and for the org to support him.

[@skipthebase]

Finally. I’ve been waiting to hear Herbert in a real conversation without being so “controlled...and NFL scripted.” Great to hear him just answer “real”