Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh told reporters that Justin Herbert (hand) will not start in Week 18 against the Broncos.

29 December 2025

Herbert took a beating against the Texans in Week 16 and looked to be in significant pain at the end of that contest, and the Chargers don’t have much to play for in the finale before the playoffs. It’ll likely be Trey Lance starting against Denver, and his dual-threat ability makes his an intriguing — but risky — fantasy play for that finale.