The Los Angeles Chargers received unfortunate news during their Week 14 clash against the Denver Broncos. Justin Herbert hurt his hand in the middle of the second quarter and went to the locker room. He was questionable to return when he originally left the field. Now, Herbert is out for the remainder of the game.
Easton Stick Replaces Justin Herbert
Easton Stick went into the game once Herbert went down. Believe it or not, this is his fifth year in the NFL. Stick got drafted in 2019 by the Los Angeles Chargers and played college football at North Dakota State University. Prior to this appearance, Stick had just one pass attempt in his entire NFL career.
Impact on Los Angeles Chargers
If Herbert cannot return to this game, it will be a big blow. They trailed the Denver Broncos 10-0 at halftime. With the Broncos at 6-6 and the Chargers at 5-7, this is a crucial game for AFC playoff implications.
With this injury, there is a chance that the Chargers may have to try to salvage this game without their starting quarterback. What are they missing without Herbert? Herbert has over 3,000 passing yards this season along with 20 touchdown passes.
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