Getty Jim Harbaugh on backup QBs Trey Lance and DJ Uiagalelei.
The Los Angeles Chargers are entering the preseason with Justin Herbert firmly established as their starting quarterback. Behind him, the team has two quarterbacks competing for the backup role: Trey Lance and DJ Uiagalelei.
The Chargers have spent the offseason evaluating their quarterback depth while also adjusting to Mike McDaniel’s offensive system. Lance has familiarity with McDaniel from their time together with the San Francisco 49ers, while Uiagalelei is entering another season with the Chargers after spending 2025 on the practice squad.
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