Chargers shut down Justin Herbert trade talk

Former No. 6 pick threw 26 touchdowns in 2025.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

While other have debated whether Justin Herbert should be traded, the Chargers have not. Cc: @tyschmit 🎧 https://t.co Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Los Angeles plans to keep Justin Herbert at quarterback amid external trade chatter. Herbert, the sixth overall pick in 2020 out of Oregon, remains the center of the Chargers offense.

Why it matters: Quarterback continuity shapes roster construction, play-calling and leadership for a team built around a first-round passer. A change at the position would force a reset of timeline and personnel in Los Angeles.

By the numbers: 2025 with Chargers (16 games): 340 of 512 for 3,727 yards, 26 touchdowns, 13 interceptions. Drafted sixth overall in 2020 out of Oregon.

What to watch: The focus now turns to how Los Angeles performs through the 2026 regular season and whether external speculation quiets.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-10-13T16:26:01.670652+00:00

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