HOUSTON — The Los Angeles Chargers’ disastrous 2025 season hit a new low on Saturday, not just on the scoreboard, but in the stands of NRG Stadium. During the Chargers’ Week 17 loss to the Houston Texans, a fan wearing a Justin Herbert jersey was forcibly removed from the arena following a “massive fight” that reportedly required ten security guards to bring under control.
The incident, which was captured in several viral videos posted to X and TikTok, began in the third quarter as the Chargers fell further behind the Texans. Eyewitnesses claim the fan had been engaged in a verbal back-and-forth with local Houston supporters before the situation escalated into physical blows.
The footage shows the fan resisting initial attempts by two security guards to escort him from his seat. As the fan became increasingly combative, backup was called, eventually resulting in a swarm of ten security personnel surrounding the individual. Despite the overwhelming numbers, the fan continued to swing at guards, leading to a chaotic scene that briefly distracted players on the field.
“It was pure mayhem,” one fan who sat nearby told reporters. “The Chargers have had such a bad year, and I think this guy just reached his breaking point. He wasn’t going quietly. It took almost ten minutes just to get him into the tunnel.”
The Chargers (4-12) have struggled immensely in 2025, a season marred by injuries to key starters and inconsistent play-calling. For many in the “Bolt Fam,” the frustration of the mounting losses has become palpable, though this incident marks the most high-profile case of fan violence involving the team this year.
NRG Stadium officials confirmed that the fan was arrested by Houston Police following the ejection and is facing multiple charges, including assault and resisting arrest. The NFL is also expected to review the footage to determine if a league-wide stadium ban is warranted, consistent with the league’s strict “Fan Code of Conduct” policies.
As the Chargers prepare to close out their forgettable season next week, the viral video of the “1-on-10” stadium brawl serves as a sobering reminder of the volatility that can occur when a fan base’s loyalty turns to unbridled frustration.
