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Kris Rhim
EL SEGUNDO, Calif — As Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert signed autographs and took photos with followers following the staff’s first coaching camp apply Thursday, his typical blue eyes had been darkish purple.
Herbert’s contact lenses weren’t a style selection; they’re UV safety lenses that he mentioned will assist him see the sector higher this season. Herbert mentioned he tried a tinted visor in his helmet a couple of years in the past, which many gamers put on, however he did not like how usually he needed to wipe off his visor.
Herbert mentioned he started sporting the lenses earlier this week throughout rookie camp practices and has been far more comfy. The prescription contacts for delicate eyes have improved how he sees the sector and plans to put on them all through the season, he mentioned. Although Herbert admitted he has to double-check if they’re inside league guidelines.
“I did not must squint practically as a lot,” he mentioned. “After I stepped into the huddle, I feel among the guys had been a little bit shocked. Assume they had been like, ‘Oh, we’re gonna rating.'”
The contacts seemed to be engaged on Thursday as Herbert discovered his receivers with ease all through apply. The finest spotlight of the day got here on a deep move to vast receiver Jalen Reagor down the appropriate sideline. The ball was completely positioned over the outstretched arms of cornerback Cam Hart for a landing.
