Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh expressed his disappointment with the NFL's decision to suspend safety Derwin James Jr. for a hit on Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth. Harbaugh defended James, arguing that the hit was not on a defenseless player and that James has been making efforts to tackle safely. The suspension stems from a history of unnecessary roughness penalties, with James having the second most in the league since 2018. Despite the suspension, Harbaugh praised James' commitment to player safety.
- Harbaugh disagrees with the NFL's suspension decision.
- James has a history of unnecessary roughness penalties but is making efforts to tackle safely.
- The suspension was upheld despite an appeal by James.