Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert’s quick reflexes went viral when heblocked a stray basketball from hitting his girlfriend pop star Madison Beer during a Lakers game.
Justin Herbert Goes Full QB Mode Saving Madison Beer and Football Fans Are Losing It (Image Via X/MBSanAndreas13)
Justin Herbert Goes Full QB Mode Saving Madison Beer and Football Fans Are Losing It (Image Via X/MBSanAndreas13)
The incident occurred while the couple was sitting courtside at the Crypto.com Arena for the Lakers vs. Timberwolves game.
Justin Herbert saved the day by protecting Madison Beer from a loose ball at the Lakers game 🥹❤️ pic.twitter.com/CIL05wMYlT
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 25, 2025
The pair drew attention from fans when they appeared on the Jumbotron. Beer had her hand on Herbert’s knee at one point, and they were dressed in matching black outfits.
Photos and social media videos show Herbert instinctively raising his hand to smack the ball away just before it reached Beer. Herbert’s quick reaction to swat a stray basketball away from Beer quickly went viral, with fans praising Herbert’s quick thinking and protective actions.
The courtside appearance was a rare public outing for the couple, who had been rumored to be dating since August. The couple confirmed their romance publicly with a pre-game kiss on the sidelines of a Chargers game against the Washington Commanders on October 5. Beer has since become a regular at the Chargers’ home games.
Beer attended the Chargers’ 37-10 win over the Vikings, ending an online “curse” story tied to her attendance at a previous game the Chargers had lost.
The public has responded very positively to the couple, with fans on social media praising their chemistry and how supportive they are of each other. Many also compared them to another high-profile sports and music couple, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
Beer has often been seen at Chargers games wearing a Herbert jersey. Some fans see her as a “good luck charm,” a story that picked up after the Chargers’ recent win while she was there.
Their relationship has drawn a lot of media attention, blending sports and pop culture. It has added an interesting storyline to the Chargers’ season and boosted media coverage.
NFL Fans Can’t Stop Talking About Justin Herbert Low-Key Saving Madison Beer
Herbert made headlines at the Lakers game when he jumped in to protect Beer from a stray basketball, and fans had plenty to say about it.
Onewrote, “Bro really saved her GF from a loose ball just to throw the ball into the camerawoman’s way 😭😂,” while anotherjoked, “Better protection than his offensive line.”
Social media wasbuzzing with takes like, “Justin Herbert casually saving Madison Beer like it’s part of his NFL contract is the most LA crossover ever.”
And of course, a fourth fanadded, “He sacrificed his throwing hand, yea it’s over for the Chargers.” Fans clearly loved the moment.
Herbert’s quick save at the Lakers game showed his protective side and playful chemistry with Beer. NFL fans enjoyed the moment and celebrated her appearances at Chargers games. Their romance and star power mix keep them one of the season’s most talked-about couples.