Los Angeles Chargers appoint Mike McDaniel as offensive coordinator for 2026 season

The Los Angeles Chargers have hired former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel to serve as offensive coordinator for the 2026 season, replacing former OC Greg Roman. McDaniel joins head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback Justin Herbert, with Harbaugh praising the new pairing as a strong intellectual match.

McDaniel, known for leading the NFL in screen-pass usage during his tenure with Miami, is expected to improve the Chargers’ scoring output. Analysts predict the offense could average around 25 points per game, a significant rise from the 21.6 points per game in 2025, and potentially put Herbert in contention for MVP honors.