Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert practiced on Monday for the first time since July 31.
Herbert had been wearing a walking boot for two weeks due to an injury to the plantar fascia in his right foot.
The fifth-year quarterback did not participate in full-team drills but took part in 7-on-7 exercises.
Coach Jim Harbaugh was thrilled to see Herbert back on the field in his yellow No. 10 practice jersey.
“I felt like music should be playing. I thought I heard music. Voices of angels, maybe,” Harbaugh said. “It felt great. He looked great with a capital G. No drop-off, pinpoint accuracy, really good.”
While wearing the walking boot, Herbert continued to attend meetings and do some conditioning work. He will gradually increase his practice participation as the Chargers prepare for their season opener on Sept. 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
In addition to Herbert’s recovery, finding a reliable backup quarterback is still a concern.
Easton Stick, who started four games last season after Herbert injured a finger on his throwing hand, has had difficulties in the two preseason games. He played the first half against the Seattle Seahawks and Rams but has had three turnovers and led the Chargers to only three field goals.
Harbaugh mentioned that Stick will start in Saturday’s preseason finale at Dallas.
Luis Perez was signed on Aug. 7 and played the entire second half last Saturday against the Rams. Max Duggan, a seventh-round pick from last year, was released on Monday.
