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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 group’s first coaching camp observe Thursday, his typical blue eyes had been darkish purple.
Herbert’s contact lenses weren’t a vogue 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 number of years in the past, which many gamers put on, however he did not like how typically he needed to wipe off his visor.
Herbert mentioned he started carrying 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 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 should squint practically as a lot,” he mentioned. “Once I stepped into the huddle, I feel a number of the guys had been a bit stunned. Assume they had been like, ‘Oh, we’re gonna rating.'”
The contacts gave the impression to be engaged on Thursday as Herbert discovered his receivers with ease all through observe. The best highlight of the day got here on a deep go to large receiver Jalen Reagor down the suitable sideline. The ball was completely positioned over the outstretched arms of cornerback Cam Hart for a landing.