Chargers Dismiss Justin Herbert Trade Speculation Ahead of Deadline

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is highly unlikely to be traded despite recent media speculation. Team sources explicitly confirmed the organization has never discussed trading the 28-year-old franchise passer. Furthermore, a trade would trigger a prohibitive dead cap hit exceeding $50 million in 2027 for Los Angeles, while an acquiring team would need to absorb $36 million owed next year and $52 million in 2028.