Chargers’ Justin Herbert sporting UV safety contact lenses

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 have been darkish crimson.

Herbert’s contact lenses weren’t a trend alternative; they’re UV safety lenses that he stated will assist him see the sphere higher this season. Herbert stated he tried a tinted visor in his helmet just a few years in the past, which many gamers put on, however he did not like how usually he needed to wipe off his visor.

Herbert stated he started sporting the lenses earlier this week throughout rookie camp practices and has been rather more comfy. The prescription contacts for delicate eyes have improved how he sees the sphere and plans to put on them all through the season, he stated. Although Herbert admitted he has to double-check if they’re inside league guidelines.

“I did not must squint almost as a lot,” he stated. “Once I stepped into the huddle, I feel a few of the guys have been a little bit stunned. Assume they have 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 extensive receiver Jalen Reagor down the proper sideline. The ball was completely positioned over the outstretched arms of cornerback Cam Hart for a landing.