Chargers’ Justin Herbert protects Madison Beer from basketball during Lakers game
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Los Angeles Chargers Quarterback Justin Herbert went viral after the NFL player’s exploits were on full display during Thursday night’s game between the Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Herbert was rumored to be dating singer Madison Beer, and the couple seemingly confirmed those rumors after appearing comfortably in court during a match. NBA game Thursday.
Quarterback Justin Herbert of the Los Angeles Chargers and Madison Beer watch a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on October 24, 2025. (Kvork Djansezian/Getty Images)
This was the first public outing of the following two dating rumors that began late in the offseason. Beer and Herbert were photographed together at a Chargers game earlier this month.
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Herbert and Beer posed for photos, but it was Herbert’s quick thinking which ignited social networks.
A ball aimed in their direction prompted the NFL the quarterback to act. Photos taken showed Herbert quickly blocking the basketball, which appeared to be headed directly toward Beer.
Quarterback Justin Herbert of the Los Angeles Chargers prevents a basketball from hitting Madison Beer during a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on October 24, 2025. (Kvork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Herbert’s basketball exploits come after a dominant performance on the football field.
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He led the Chargers to a 37-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in prime time Thursday behind a three-touchdown performance. He threw for 227 yards in the Chargers’ first win since Week 6.
“It was a big win for us, a big opportunity for us to correct some more mistakes,” said Herbert, who also ran for 62 yards.
Quarterback Justin Herbert of the Los Angeles Chargers prevents a basketball from hitting Madison Beer during a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on October 24, 2025. (Kvork Djansezian/Getty Images)
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The Chargers will face the Tennessee Titans on November 2.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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