In a dramatic turn of events, Chargers’ star quarterback Justin Herbert found himself in a sticky situation alongside “11 or 12 of our players” as they were rescued from a malfunctioning hotel elevator in Dallas on Friday night. The harrowing incident was revealed by head coach Jim Harbaugh in the aftermath of the team’s preseason victory over the Cowboys.
“You get in those situations, and it’s a test of wills,” Harbaugh shared with The Associated Press. “I was proud of each of the guys and the two women that were on that elevator. That’s a win. You feel good about yourself. You were challenged. It was a test of will, and you pull it down, or pull it in.”
The rescue operation was conducted with precision by the Dallas Fire-Rescue team, who skillfully lifted the trapped individuals through ceiling panels and into a neighboring elevator. Among those rescued was Jeri Fouts, the wife of legendary Pro Football Hall of Fame QB and Chargers analyst Dan Fouts. According to Harbaugh, everyone involved was in awe of Herbert’s composed demeanor during the ordeal.
“Justin Herbert’s a leader. He was a rock,” Harbaugh emphasized, quoting the players directly. “Kept everybody calm. And everybody kept their poise.”
Herbert’s demonstration of leadership under pressure undoubtedly left a lasting impression on his teammates and onlookers alike. The Chargers can rest assured knowing that their star quarterback has not only proven himself on the field but has also exhibited exemplary poise and composure in the face of adversity off the field.
