Justin Herbert

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Records

Justin Herbert has achieved remarkable milestones in his short professional career, earning the title of the highest-paid player in NFL history upon signing his extension in 2023. His rookie season remains one of the most impressive debuts in league history, setting records for touchdown passes and games with 300+ yards. At the college level, he was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy and led his team to a conference championship. His ability to break records as a rookie and maintain elite performance levels has cemented his reputation as a generational talent.

AwardsHerbert's accolades include the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award in 2020, along with three consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 2020 to 2022. He also received the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year and the Pac-12 Championship Game MVP awards in 2019. His college success was further recognized with a First-team All-Pac-12 honor and a runner-up finish for the Heisman Trophy.

Honours & Distinctions

NFL Top 100 Players Ranking

NFL Players Association·2026

Ranked #39 among all NFL players

Records & Feats

Most Touchdown Passes by a Rookie

Career Milestone·2020

Set the NFL record with 30 touchdown passes in his rookie season

First Charger to 5,000 Yards

Franchise Record·2021

Became the first quarterback in franchise history to throw for over 5,000 yards in a single season

Highest Paid Player in NFL History

Contract Record·2023

Signed a five-year, $262.5 million contract extension in 2023