Jim Harbaugh shares hopeless message as Chargers fall to 0-5

"I don't know what that message is," was his reply. It's not a good sign when a head coach is at such a loss for words just five games into a season.

Chargers fans are likely at a similar loss for words because the team entered the season with Super Bowl expectations. Mike McDaniel showed up as the team's new offensive coordinator and was widely expected to take Herbert and the offense to new heights.

Instead, Herbert looks lost within the new offense and is making uncharacteristic mistakes. One example was the interception he threw right to a waiting Broncos defender late in Sunday's loss.

He does not look like his usual self and everyone is seeking an explanation for why he is playing so poorly.

The Chargers are now gearing up for a Week 6 road game against the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs. That is followed by a bye week in which it's very likely the Chargers enter with a record of 0-6.

That means trades and firings are likely on the horizon, with McDaniel looking like the first logical fall guy. Harbaugh's own status remains unknown as well, though it may not make much sense to fire him during the season. 

Nothing is going right for the Chargers in 2026 and the outspoken Harbaugh doesn't even have an explanation.