Read: 3 Bold Predictions for the Chargers’ 2025 Schedule Matchups<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n The Miami Dolphins and Justin Herbert have a long history together, as the 2020 NFL Draft had some rumors of the Dolphins taking the Oregon QB at #5. They opted for Tua Tagovailoa, with Herbert then going the very next pick to the Chargers. This had led to constant conversation between the two<\/a>, and now, in this 2025 matchup, Herbert can assert his case against his draft foe.<\/p>\n The 2025 season outlook for the Dolphins is grim, mainly due to their atrocious secondary<\/a>. They have the aging Jalen Ramsey, but with rumors of him being traded, you are staring down the barrel of: Storm Duck, Kader Kohou, Jason Marshall Jr as your starting trio at CB.<\/p>\n Then at safety, you have a duo of Ashtyn Davis and Ifeatu Melifonwu, who both, at their very best, have been average starters in the league. This secondary should give Herbert all the confidence he needs to throw bombs to the likes of Tre Harris, Ladd McConkey, and Mike Williams.<\/a><\/p>\n Justin Herbert will go right back into an advantageous position against the Colts, just one week after his game against the Dolphins. To keep the momentum rolling, the offensive coaching staff sees the Colts’ weaknesses across their defense and gives Herbert the reins once more.<\/p>\n The aforementioned weakness is their linebacker room and uncertainty in their secondary<\/a>. At Linebacker, you have Zaire Franklin,<\/a> who is a solid player, but outside of him, you are relying on Jaylon Carlies, Segun Olubi, and other not-so-notable names. Moving to the secondary, they have some highlights of Cam Bynum and Charvarius Ward, but both are newcomers with not the greatest support casts around them.<\/p>\n Herbert and Offensive Coordinator, Greg Roman, likely will be unable to sustain a run game early, allowing them to pivot to the “on fire” 2020 Offensive Rookie of the Year.<\/p>\n The Las Vegas Raiders know better than anybody about Justin Herbert and his abilities. 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Predicting Justin Herbert’s Best 3 Games of the 2025 NFL Season<\/h2>\n
Week 6: @ Miami Dolphins<\/h3>\n
Justin Herbert Stat Prediction:<\/h3>\n
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Week 7: VS Indianapolis Colts<\/h3>\n
Justin Herbert Stat Prediction:<\/h3>\n
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Week 13: VS Las Vegas Raiders<\/h3>\n
Justin Herbert Stat Prediction:<\/h3>\n
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