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Tim Capurso

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh Likened Justin Herbert's Return From Injury to Spiritual Event

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) hands the ball off as coach Jim Harbaugh watches during organized team activities at the Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

When Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert on Monday walked onto the field for his first practice in two weeks, coach Jim Harbaugh swore he could hear music in the background—as if he was witnessing the triumphant return of a hero in a movie.

In fact, Harbaugh took it one step further, likening Herbert's return to practice from a plantar fascia injury in his right foot to a spiritual experience—telling reporters it was almost like there were the "voices of angels" ringing down on Chargers practice on Monday.

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