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Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is going viral after the NFL player’s heroics were on full display during Thursday night’s game between the Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Herbert has been rumored to be in a relationship with singer Madison Beer, and the pair apparently confirmed those rumors after getting cozy courtside during a NBA game Thursday.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) and Madison Beer attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California on Oct. 24, 2025. (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
It was the first public outing for the two following dating rumors that began late in the offseason.
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Herbert and Beer posed for pictures, but that was it Herbert’s quick thinking that burned social media.
A rogue ball headed in their direction set them off NFL quarterback to take action. Photos that were taken showed Herbet quickly blocking the basketball, which appeared to be headed straight for Beer.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) blocks a basketball from hitting Madison Beer as they take part in a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California on October 24, 2025. (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Herbert’s basketball heroics come after a dominant performance on the football field.
JUSTIN HERBERT THROWS 3 TOUCHDOWNS AS CHARGERS DOMINATE VIKINGS TO GET BACK IN WIN COLUMN
He led the Chargers to a 37-10 victory over Minnesota Vikings in primetime Thursday behind a three-touchdown performance. He threw for 227 yards in the Chargers’ first win since Week 6.
“It was a big win for us, a big opportunity for us to right some more mistakes,” said Herbert, who also rushed for 62 yards.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) blocks a basketball from hitting Madison Beer as they take part in a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California on October 24, 2025. (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
The Chargers advance to face the Tennessee Titans on November 2nd.
