Chargers wanted nothing to due with a Justin Herbert trade
The Chargers quickly turned down both the Patriots’ and Vikings’ trade offers for Herbert, per Adam Schefter. The potential blockbuster trade would have been costly for Los Angeles. They would have had to take on a $63.5 million salary cap charge for the 2024 season if they traded the star QB.
In July, Los Angeles signed Herbert to a five-year, $262.5 million extension that included $133.7 million in full guarantees and $193.7 million in injury guarantees.
The Chargers’ response to New England and Minnesota’s Justin Herbert trade inquiries did not hurt the franchise too much. They opted to select their next quarterbacks via the draft. The Patriots selected former North Carolina star Drake Maye with the No. 3 pick. Meanwhile, the Vikings took Michigan product JJ McCarthy with the No. 10 selection after making a trade with the New York Jets.
Some fans may be concerned with Los Angeles’ stance on Justin Herbert, considering the discourse of new head coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz. The two team leaders have spoken more about building out the rushing offense.
Moreover, running game coordinator and tight ends coach Andy Biscoff said the Chargers were an offensive line-centric team. In other words, the offensive lineman would be the stars and everyone else would fall into place.
Nevertheless, the lack of major discussion on Herbert is likely because Los Angeles recognizes how elite he is. Needless to say, he will be vital to the offenses’ success. It will be interesting to how the Chargers fair after an eventful NFL Draft and offseason.
