Chargers QB Herbert leaves game with finger injury

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Chargers QB Justin Herbert leaves game with finger injury

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated Dec 10, 2023 6:13 PM ET

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert suffered a finger injury during Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos.

Herbert appeared to hurt his throwing hand as he was hit by Broncos defensive end Zach Allen while delivering a pass in the second quarter. Herbert immediately began shaking his hand and looking at his finger.

Justin Herbert is questionable to return with a finger injury. pic.twitter.com/F1wQATnAEn

— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) December 10, 2023

The Chargers announced that Herbert had suffered a finger injury and was questionable to return. He was replaced by backup Easton Stick.

Herbert also suffered a finger injury last season, but that one was to his left hand. It was also a lot more gruesome.

Herbert was 9-for-17 for 96 yards and an interception prior to suffering the injury.

Herbert signed a five-year, $262.5M contract extension during the offseason. The Chargers have had a disappointing season and entered Sunday’s game at 5-7 and outside of the playoff picture.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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