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On YouTubeLos Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13
Taylor Heinicke signs on to serve as backup QB in 2025
Taylor Heinicke will be a backup quarterback in 2025. Heinicke has signed a 1-year deal to return to the Los Angeles Chargers, where he is expected to serve as Justin Herbert’s backup.
Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13
Chargers Agree To One-Year Extension With QB Taylor Heinicke
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a one-year extension worth up to $6.2 million with QB Taylor Heinicke, according to Tom Pelissero. Heinicke, 31, wound up signing on with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent out of Old Dominion back in 2015.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13
Chargers to bring back backup QB on a one-year deal
Taylor Heinicke is sticking in Los Angeles for at least one more season. The quarterback has signed a one-year deal with the Chargers.
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Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / September 26
Taylor Heinicke’s Intense Preparation for Chiefs Tilt
After being limited for a second straight day of Los Angeles Chargers practice, the possibility of Taylor Heinicke starting in the place of Justin Herbert has risen.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 26
Steelers Quarterback Admits Chargers Nearly Traded For Him
Before Taylor Heinicke was traded to the Los Angeles Chargers in late August, the front office had their eyes on another backup: Justin Fields. Along with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles was among three other teams involved in potential trade talks with the Chicago Bears.
Los Angeles Chargers News / ESPN / September 26
Taylor Heinicke's first Chargers start would be another unlikely moment for undrafted QB 
The undrafted Heinicke has lasted a decade in the league and will start for his fourth team if Justin Herbert is down Sunday.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / September 24
Steelers Gave Taylor Heinicke Harsh Reminder Of His NFL Debut
The Pittsburgh Steelers racked up five sacks as a team against the Los Angeles Chargers during their Week 3 matchup in 2024. All of them came in the second half, as the Chargers got more aggressive and tried to take more shots down the field.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 23
Taylor Heinicke 'Ready' to Lead Chargers Offense vs Chiefs Amid Justin Herbert Injury
If Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is unable to play in Week 4, then veteran backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke will likely get the start.
Los Angeles Chargers News / 5 GOATs / September 22
Justin Herbert aggravates ankle injury vs. Steelers, replaced by Taylor Heinicke at QB
Los Angeles Chargers (2-0) quarterback Justin Herbert exited Sunday’s Week 3 road contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) in the third quarter. Taylor Heinicke has replaced Herbert under center.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / September 20
Who's the next man up with Chargers QB Justin Herbert's Week 3 status in doubt?
The Los Angeles Chargers (2-0) are taking on the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) in one of the more anticipated matchups of Week 3, but the game may be missing one of its biggest stars.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Sporting News / September 8
Los Angeles Chargers Week 1 inactives: Taylor Heinicke, several rookies highlight list
Check out the Week 1 inactives for the L.A. Chargers.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Talk / September 8
Taylor Heinicke is designated third QB for Chargers in Week 1
There are no real surprises on the inactives lists for the Raiders and Chargers. For Las Vegas, running back Dylan Laube, cornerback Decamerion Richardson,
Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Talk / September 3
Taylor Heinicke on meeting Jim Harbaugh: He exceeds every expectation
Quarterback Taylor Heinicke got a sneak preview of his new head coach before finding out he was traded to the Chargers last week. Heinicke made the 53-man
Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / September 3
Taylor Heinicke starts Chargers tenure with wild Jim Harbaugh-Michigan comments
The LA Chargers saw the horrendous backup quarterback play during the preseason and decided to do something about it. After cutting the roster down to 53 players last week, the Chargers traded a conditional seventh-round pick to the Atlanta Falcons for former Washington Commanders starting quarterback, Taylor Heinicke.
Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 3
Chargers’ Taylor Heinicke learns of trade while watching Michigan documentary
Ahead of Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season, the Los Angeles Chargers traded for Taylor Heinicke from the Atlanta Falcons. The new backup quarterback should provide a big boost to their QB depth behind Justin Herbert, as they try to win while keeping their QB1 healthy.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28
Chargers trade for notable ex-starting quarterback
Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported Wednesday that the Chargers have acquired quarterback Taylor Heinicke in a trade with the Falcons. Russini adds that the Chargers will be sending a conditional sixth-round pick back to the Falcons in return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 27
Falcons hold on to potential trade chip with surprising QB decision
The Falcons might be playing chess with one roster cut-down day move.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 27
Heinicke 'Would Love' to Stay with Falcons, Future in Question as Roster Cuts Near
On New Year's Day 2024, Taylor Heinicke was met with uncertainty. The veteran signal caller departed the Atlanta Falcons' loss to the Chicago Bears the day before with an ankle injury, putting his status in doubt for the regular season finale.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12
Falcons 'behaving' like they prefer to trade their QB
The Falcons rebooted their QB position this offseason. Are more changes on the way?
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 29
Taylor Heinicke 'sees the writing on the wall' in Falcons QB room
For the first time in what feels like a lifetime, the Falcons have a surplus of quality quarterbacks with Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. headling the group, which may leave Taylor Heinicke on the outside looking inward.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29
Falcons backup QB does not expect to remain on roster
He believes his stay with his hometown team is unlikely to last much longer.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 19
Taylor Heinicke Trade Value, Top Destinations Revealed
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke signed as a free agent prior to the 2023 season knowing his role was to be the backup to Desmond Ridder. Heinicke ended up starting four games for the Falcons as Ridder struggled as a first-year starting quarterback in the NFL.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / April 2, 2024
Falcons quarterback accepts pay cut
As Atlanta transitions to its Kirk Cousins era, its backup will carry a lower cap number this coming season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 2, 2024
Falcons QB Taylor Heinicke Takes Pay Cut
According to ESPN’s Michael Rothstein, Falcons QB Taylor Heinicke took a pay cut to lower his cap number in 2024 from $8.96 million to $4.53 million. Heinicke had a $1.21 million roster bonus due once the new league year started last month which will now be classified as a signing bonus.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / March 30, 2024
Taylor Heinicke helps Falcons create cap space
When the Falcons traded Desmond Ridder to the Arizona Cardinals for Rondale Moore, it signaled Taylor Heinicke would be the team’s backup for 2024, which was a bit unexpected.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 14, 2024
New Falcons OC addresses uncertain quarterback situation
Neither second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder nor journeyman Taylor Heinicke will be handed the starting job this offseason.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 5, 2024
'Have Our Hands Full!' Heinicke Preparing for Stout Saints Defense
The Atlanta Falcons are attempting to keep their playoff hopes alive on Sunday when they travel to face the New Orleans Saints, and they will have their hands full with a talented defense in NOLA.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 31, 2023
Inside Week 17 numbers: Ravens set high, Panthers set low
Week 17 in the NFL saw multiple history-making moments, some good, some bad, all interesting. Diving into the statistics from another action-packed Sunday of football.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21, 2023
Taylor Heinicke explains why he was wearing Busch beer gear to press conference
Taylor Heinicke is back on center stage for the Atlanta Falcons as their Week 16 starting quarterback in place of Desmond Ridder. Heinicke dressed for the occasion Wednesday when speaking with the media.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 20, 2023
NFL Week 16: Indianapolis Colts vs. Atlanta Falcons betting picks, preview
The Colts are definitely still in the hunt in the AFC and might even be a division winner. On Sunday, they meet the Falcons, who are two games under .500 but not out yet.
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