The Los Angeles Chargers have made a big move to secure their future at the quarterback position, signing Justin Herbert to a five-year, $262.5 million contract extension. Herbert, who was the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, has already shown flashes of brilliance in his rookie season and is now set to be the Chargers’ franchise quarterback for years to come.
Herbert has been nothing short of spectacular in his rookie season, throwing for 3,781 yards and 28 touchdowns while completing 66.6% of his passes. He also set the NFL record for most passing touchdowns by a rookie with 31, breaking the previous record held by Andrew Luck. Herbert was named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and is widely considered to be one of the best young quarterbacks in the league.
The five-year extension will make Herbert one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league and will keep him in Los Angeles through the 2025 season. The contract also includes a no-trade clause, which means that Herbert will remain with the Chargers for the duration of his contract.
The Chargers have made it clear that they are committed to building around Herbert and giving him the tools he needs to succeed. They have already added some top-tier talent to their offense in the form of wide receiver Keenan Allen and running back Austin Ekeler, and they are expected to continue to add more weapons in the upcoming draft.
Herbert’s extension is a sign that the Chargers are confident in their young quarterback and believe he can lead them to success in the future. With Herbert at the helm, the Chargers have a bright future ahead of them and could be a force to be reckoned with in the AFC West for years to come.
