Justin Herbert likely to play in Week 3 for Chargers?
Nov 14, 2021; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Justin Herbert tweaked his ankle during his Los Angeles Chargers’ Week 2 win over the Carolina Panthers. But the Chargers quarterback looks like he will be making a strong push to play in Week 3.
After not practicing with his team on Wednesday, Herbert was at practice on Thursday. Herbert’s right ankle was heavily taped.
Justin Herbert is back at Chargers practice today. Looks like that right ankle is heavily taped. pic.twitter.com/pBB1SqflgS
— Kris Rhim (@krisrhim1) September 19, 2024
And according to ESPN’s Kris Rhim, Herbert did not participate in any drills during the portion of practice that was open to the media.
Justin Herbert didn’t participate in any drills during the portion of practice open to media. pic.twitter.com/CTh3GxX0rS
— Kris Rhim (@krisrhim1) September 19, 2024
Herbert’s attempt to participate in practice on Thursday makes it appear like he will play on Sunday. The 26-year-old quarterback has passed for 274 yards and 3 touchdowns this season, while leading the Chargers to a 2-0 record.
The Chargers will be on the road for the second consecutive week. They are scheduled to face the Steelers in Pittsburgh on Sunday.