Chargers waive quarterback DJ Uiagalelei after preseason backup competition

The Los Angeles Chargers waived quarterback DJ Uiagalelei on Sunday. The move follows a preseason competition for the backup quarterback role behind Justin Herbert. While Uiagalelei competed with Trey Lance for the position throughout the preseason, the team has opted to retain Lance in the No. 2 spot. Uiagalelei appeared in the preseason finale, completing 11 of 18 passes for 141 yards, whereas Lance did not complete a pass during his two series of work. Head coach Jim Harbaugh previously characterized the battle for the backup role as a tight race. The team intends to attempt to bring Uiagalelei back to the practice squad if he clears waivers. He is now subject to the league's waiver process, meaning other teams may claim him before the Chargers can re-sign him to their practice unit.

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