Chargers explain abandoning Daiyan Henley trade with Broncos

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Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Chargers explain abandoning Daiyan Henley trade with Broncos
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The Los Angeles Chargers have abandoned a trade involving linebacker Daiyan Henley after a failed physical. Broncos coach Jim Harbaugh indicated the initial agreement to send draft picks was altered due to health concerns regarding Henley's knee. The Broncos attempted to renegotiate the trade terms but the Chargers remained firm on their original compensation, resulting in the deal not proceeding. Henley is now back with the Chargers, while the Broncos will not strengthen their linebacker corps through this trade.

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  • •Chargers initially agreed to trade Henley for draft picks.
  • •Physical revealed knee injury, causing trade to falter.
  • •Chargers refused to revise terms after Broncos proposed changes.
  • •Henley returns to Chargers as Broncos seek linebacker help.
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  • 1:05 AMYahoo Sports — Jim Harbaugh explains why Chargers walked away from revised Daiyan Henley trade
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Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh revealed why the Daiyan Henley trade to the Broncos fell through.

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