In another twist of fate for the Los Angeles Chargers, quarterback Justin Herbert found himself in a familiar predicament – dealing with a high ankle sprain that he re-aggravated during the game against the Steelers. However, the silver lining in this situation was that his X-rays came back negative for any additional injuries, as reported by NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
The Chargers now face a crucial decision as they prepare for their Week Four matchup against the Chiefs at SoFi Stadium. With Herbert’s status up in the air, the team must weigh their options carefully. Do they risk playing their star quarterback against Kansas City, hoping he can tough it out and lead them to victory? Or do they err on the side of caution, giving backup Taylor Heinicke the start and allowing Herbert more time to recover?
It’s a dilemma that head coach Brandon Staley and his staff will have to navigate in the coming days. The Chargers can ill afford to rush Herbert back onto the field, especially with a long season ahead of them. The hope is that two full weeks of rest, rehab, and treatment will be enough to get Herbert back to full strength for their Week Six road trip to Denver.
As the team mulls over their options, one thing is for certain – Justin Herbert’s health and well-being will be the top priority. The young quarterback has already shown his resilience and toughness early in his career, and the Chargers will need him at his best if they hope to make a playoff run this season. Stay tuned for updates on Herbert’s status as game day approaches.
