Dec 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) runs against Atlanta Falcons linebacker Arnold Ebiketie (17) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Top 5 players with most passing yards in first 5 seasons ft. Justin Herbert

Herbert achieved the milestone in the first half of the game.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert made NFL history in the Week 13 clash against the Atlanta Falcons. With just 111 yards needed to surpass Jameis Winston for second-most passing yards in a player’s first five NFL seasons, Herbert achieved the milestone in the first half of the game.

The 25-year-old, who entered the game with 19,627 career passing yards, eclipsed the mark with another impressive performance, completing 11 of 15 passes for 115 yards in the first two quarters.

Herbert is now only behind Hall of Famer Peyton Manning (20,618 yards) on this illustrious list.

Herbert has been crucial for a Chargers team currently boasting a 7-4 record this season.

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Top 5 Players with most passing yards in first five seasons

Peyton Manning – 20,618 yards
Justin Herbert – 19,742 yards (and counting)
Jameis Winston – 19,737 yards
Dan Marino – 19,422 yards
Andrew Luck – 19,078 yards

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