Lance pushes Chargers depth chart as Herbert's likely backup

The Los Angeles Chargers are entering the final stretch before the regular season, with one preseason game left to settle a crowded field of backups and bubble players. A standout story of camp has been Trey Lance, the former No. 3 overall pick who arrived in Los Angeles on a one-year deal and has responded by lifting his stock as the likely backup to Justin Herbert. As the club prepares for Week 1, Lance’s performance has forced the roster conversation beyond the starter, spotlighting the QB depth chart and how the rest of the team will shape up for a postseason push in 2025.

Lance’s surge has been the defining arc of Chargers camp. After a string of mobile, efficient outings, he put together a sampling of strong performances that have raised the possibility of备用 quarterback duties becoming a real, practical option. In the preseason opener, Lance completed 13 of 20 passes for 120 yards with two touchdowns, and he followed that with a 7-for-14 showing for 55 yards in week two. The most prominent display came in a showcase against the Rams, where he went 7 for 15 for 121 yards, added four carries for 25 yards, and directed the offense with a noticeable command. His turnaround...