Football Bio –
Herbert played tight end at Oregon, appearing in 43 games and finishing his college career with 31 receptions for 388 yards and four touchdowns. Known primarily for his blocking and physicality, he went undrafted in 2025 and spent his rookie season on the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad before joining the Chargers in 2026.
HEIGHT
6' 5"
WEIGHT
255
EXPERIENCE
1 yr
COLLEGE
Oregon
2026 Outlook
Herbert joins the Chargers' practice squad as a blocking-focused tight end and developmental depth piece. Reunited with his brother Justin, he gives the team another physical option who can be elevated if the tight end room is hit by injuries.
Career Highlights
Played 43 games at Oregon and became a trusted blocker and special-teams contributor. Appeared in all 14 games as a senior in 2024, making six starts and catching 10 passes for 97 yards.
Personal Life
Herbert was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, the youngest of Mark and Holly Herbert's three sons. His brothers are Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and Mitchell Herbert, a former Montana State wide receiver who later pursued medicine; the family also includes multiple generations of Oregon and college athletes. Patrick attended Sheldon High School and Oregon like Justin, majored in sociology and has spoken about taking pride in blocking and the less-visible work of playing tight end.