Chargers widen OC search, aiming for a true head coach of the offense for Justin Herbert

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh say they’re casting a wide net in the hunt for a new Offensive Coordinator after parting with Greg Roman, emphasizing a “head coach of the offense” who can teach, install, and put players in position to score. They’re open to multiple systems and will consider internal and external candidates, with Justin Herbert remaining central but not dictating decisions. The search could also involve defensive-coordinator considerations as Jesse Minter has drawn head-coaching interest, while Bowman's departure will shrink the staff. The team enters the offseason with over $100 million in cap space, about 27 free agents, and the No. 22 pick, enabling a calculated rebuild.