Jim Harbaugh Makes U-Turn After Giving Up on Justin Herbert’s Weapon As Chargers Sign Benjamin St-Juste

Hold the avocado toast, L.A.—the Chargers just pulled a Friday Night Lights-worthy twist. Imagine ditching your star receiver, then swiping right on him again a year later. Cue the drama.

On Wednesday, the Bolts shocked fans by re-signing wideout Mike Williams, whom they released in 2023. The move reunites Justin Herbert with his 6’4″ deep-threat safety blanket. NFL insider Ari Meirov tweeted, “LA is finally adding a WR—and it’s a familiar face.” Translation: Herbert’s artillery just got reloaded.

But here’s the kicker—Coach Jim Harbaugh isn’t done cooking. Hours later, the Chargers inked cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (saint-JUICE), a 27-year-old CB who led Washington with 17 pass breakups last season (4th in NFL). St-Juste also has history with Harbaugh: He played under him at Michigan in 2017.

The #Chargers are signing WR Mike Williams, bringing him back to Los Angeles to reunite with Justin Herbert, per @Schultz_Report. LA is finally adding a WR—and it’s a familiar face. pic.twitter.com/9Mgj88TYPY

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 13, 2025

Think of it like a baseball GM blending old-school grit with new-age speed. Harbaugh’s rebuilding this roster like a BBQ master mixing sweet and spicy. Williams’ return patches one hole, but St-Juste’s arrival? That’s a chess move for the defense.

Plus, St-Juste brings playoff chops—he appeared in all three of Washington’s postseason games last January. Will his clutch gene rub off on a Chargers squad that’s missed the playoffs nine of the past 14 seasons?

This story is unfolding—stay locked in for the latest.

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