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Chargers Bring Back Trey Lance on One-Year Deal Worth Up to $6.75 Million

The former No. 3 pick returns as Justin Herbert's backup under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.

Overview

  • ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday that Lance agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $6.75 million.
  • Lance is set to resume the QB2 role behind Herbert, providing continuity in Los Angeles under a new offensive system.
  • He appeared in four games for the Chargers in 2025 with one Week 18 start against Denver, a finale in which many regulars rested.
  • He posted a clean 2025 preseason for Los Angeles, completing 56.1% of his passes for 334 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions.
  • The 49ers drafted Lance third overall in 2021 before trading him to the Cowboys in August 2023 for a 2024 fourth-round pick.