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Chargers dismiss Justin Herbert trade rumors amid 0-5 start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Chargers dismiss Justin Herbert trade rumors amid 0-5 start

Summary

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert trade rumors have been dismissed following the team’s 0-5 record this season. General manager Joe Hortiz stated that trading Herbert has never been discussed within the organization. While some in the league still value Herbert, the Chargers’ management made it clear he is not available. The team faces challenges ahead, including a difficult matchup with the Chiefs in Week 6 and potential trades involving veteran players such as Khalil Mack. Analysts suggest the Chargers may need to reassess their roster strategy soon, especially with limited trade options available.

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•Chargers are 0-5 this season.
•Team denies any plans to trade Justin Herbert.
•Khalil Mack could be a key trade candidate.
•Next game is against the Chiefs in Week 6.
•Management is under pressure to reassess their roster strategy.

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8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers Handed Brutal Reality Check Over Justin Herbert Trade Rumors

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As if there was ever a chance, the rumors of the Los Angeles Chargers potentially trading their franchise QB Justin Herbert started gaining traction after their 0-4 start.Their record worsened to 0-5, but Jim Harbaugh made sure those trade rumors were dead in the water by then.Even the mere idea of trading Chargers QB Justin […] The post Chargers Handed Brutal Reality Check Over Justin Herbert Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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