News Summary
The Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with significant injury concerns as quarterback Justin Herbert suffers an injury during their preseason game against the New Orleans Saints. Backup Taylor Heinicke struggles, while Trey Lance shows promise. Additionally, left tackle Rashawn Slater may face a season-ending injury, complicating the team’s offensive plans. As they prepare for another preseason matchup and the regular-season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Chargers are at a crucial crossroads in their roster management and game strategy.
Inglewood, California — The Los Angeles Chargers are facing a challenging start to their preseason as quarterback Justin Herbert has suffered an injury during their game against the New Orleans Saints on October 27, 2024. The injury occurred in the first half when Herbert was struck by Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee and safety Jordan Howden. While the extent of Herbert’s injury is not yet clear, his status raises concerns for the Chargers as they prepare for the approaching regular season.
In the same game, the Chargers’ backup quarterback, Taylor Heinicke, delivered a disappointing performance. He completed just 1 of 5 passes for a mere 8 yards and was sacked once, leading to drives of only 22 yards, 4 yards, and 1 yard across three attempts. In contrast, Trey Lance, another quarterback on the Chargers roster, had a more promising outing, completing 7 of 14 passes for 55 yards and contributing significantly as a rusher with 48 yards and a touchdown. Lance managed to score a touchdown on a 5-yard run in the second quarter, demonstrating an improvement in performance as he has yet to commit a turnover during the preseason.
The Chargers’ offensive lineup is further complicated by the injury to left tackle Rashawn Slater, who is feared to have torn his patellar tendon after sustaining a significant leg injury. If confirmed, Slater’s injury would likely require season-ending surgery. Slater, who had been a crucial part of the team’s offensive line, recently signed a four-year contract extension worth $114 million, including $92 million guaranteed, which adds to the challenges the Chargers face with their season on the horizon.
As the Chargers prepare to face the Saints again in their preseason matchup on Sunday, they will have to consider their quarterback situation carefully. The Saints, under the helm of new head coach Kellen Moore, are set to showcase rookie quarterback Tyler Shough making his professional debut while second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler has been named the starting quarterback for the upcoming game. This matchup is expected to test the defenses and overall gameplay of both teams as they look to set the tone for the upcoming regular season.
Despite the struggles on offense and injury setbacks, the Chargers are gearing up for their regular season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The team will need to regroup quickly to ensure that their key players are ready for the critical match ahead, particularly with the uncertainty surrounding Herbert’s health and Slater’s injury.
With the preseason now underway, the Chargers’ coaching staff will undoubtedly be focused on evaluating all available options at quarterback and reinforcing the offensive line, ensuring they can enter the upcoming season with adequate preparation against significant contenders. As the temperature rises around their first game, both fans and team members will be keeping a close watch on the recovery timelines for both Herbert and Slater moving forward.
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