PHOENIX – The Los Angeles Chargers and quarterback Justin Herbert have entered negotiations regarding a long-term contract extension.
“Those talks are ongoing,” coach Brandon Staley said at the NFL's annual league meeting. “We’re at the beginning of all that, but all know how we feel about him.”
Herbert, 25, became eligible to negotiate and sign a deal at the conclusion of the season.
During the 2022 season, Herbert passed 2012 No. 1 pick Andrew Luck for the most passing yards through a quarterback's first three seasons. The 2020 No. 6 pick has amassed 14,089 passing yards and 94 touchdowns with 35 interceptions, and last season, he led the Chargers to their first playoff berth since 2018.