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Los Angeles Chargers waive quarterback DJ Uiagalelei after preseason competition

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Los Angeles Chargers waive quarterback DJ Uiagalelei after preseason competition

Summary

The Los Angeles Chargers waived quarterback DJ Uiagalelei on Sunday as the team reduced its roster to 53 players. Uiagalelei, an undrafted free agent who spent his rookie season on the team's practice squad, competed throughout the summer for the backup position behind Justin Herbert. The job was ultimately awarded to veteran Trey Lance. During the preseason, Uiagalelei completed 24 of 42 passes for 341 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. The former Clemson and Florida State quarterback is now subject to the NFL waiver process. If he clears waivers unclaimed, the Chargers have expressed interest in signing him to the practice squad for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•The Los Angeles Chargers waived DJ Uiagalelei Sunday to meet the 53-man roster limit.
•Trey Lance secured the backup quarterback job for the Chargers.
•Uiagalelei threw for 341 yards and two touchdowns during the preseason.
•The team may offer Uiagalelei a practice squad spot if he clears waivers.

Latest Updates

12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Former Clemson starting quarterback waived by Los Angeles Chargers
12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Former FSU quarterback waived by Los Angeles Chargers

What they're saying

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Former Florida State quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei has been waived by the Los Angeles Chargers after final roster cuts were due Sunday.
— Yahoo Sports