Herbert Sits Out Chargers’ Practice With Ailing Ankle, Thigh

Herbert ⁤Dealing with Ankle Sprain, Thigh Contusion After Chiefs Loss

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is facing another injury setback after ⁢suffering a sprained left ankle and thigh⁢ contusion in Sunday’s 19-17 loss to‍ the Kansas City Chiefs.

Herbert sat out Wednesday’s practice to address the injuries,which occurred on separate plays during the hard-fought divisional matchup. While he expressed optimism about the severity of the ankle sprain, he acknowledged the pain was notable enough⁣ to warrant rest.

“I would say that this one is probably not as severe⁤ [as the high ankle sprain he suffered in Week 2],” Herbert said. “It’s definately painful enough to be able to miss a ⁣practice,but I feel like I’ve been able to move⁢ around a little bit better this ⁣week than I did after Carolina,where I was put into a boot and had difficulty walking.”

The ankle injury happened on the Chargers’ opening drive when Herbert was tackled by Chiefs defensive end Mike Danna. The NBC broadcast showed Herbert ⁤grimacing on the sideline as trainers taped‍ his ankle.

“It was tough to play with,” Herbert admitted. “It was one ⁣of those things that we kind of talked about ⁣where we kind of limited some of the runs. I didn’t feel great running out the pocket.”

Later ⁣in the second quarter, Herbert suffered a thigh contusion after being hit midair by linebacker Nick Bolton while attempting a deep throw. despite the impact, Herbert returned to the game and finished without apparent limitations.

Chargers coach Brandon Staley emphasized the importance of Herbert resting and allowing the training staff to address⁤ his injuries.

“He’s one of‍ those types of guys where football is the treatment,‍ is the medicine,” Staley said.

However, Herbert ultimately prioritized his health, working with the medical staff instead of pushing through practice.

“If I felt like I could have practiced at 100 percent and make sure that everyone’s getting the full-speed rep, I definitely would’ve,” Herbert said. “I didn’t think I was able to do that. Trainers didn’t think I was able to do that today,so we were all on the same page with that.”

This latest setback adds to a challenging season for Herbert, who missed two weeks of training camp with a plantar fascia injury and battled through a high ankle sprain earlier this year.

Despite the recurring injuries, Herbert remains determined and focused on his recovery.

“It could be a lot worse,” he said.

Chargers QB justin Herbert Battles New Ankle Sprain, thigh Contusion

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is ‍dealing with a sprained ⁣left ‍ankle and thigh contusion following Sunday’s⁢ 19-17 loss to the⁣ Kansas city⁤ Chiefs, forcing him to sit⁣ out Wednesday’s practice. These injuries occurred during separate plays against the Chiefs.

Herbert expressed optimism about the severity of the ankle sprain,suggesting it’s⁤ less serious than ‍the high ankle sprain he endured in Week 2. “It’s definitely painful‍ enough to be able to miss a practice,” ‍Herbert⁣ acknowledged, “but I feel like I’ve been able to move around⁢ a little bit better this week⁣ than I⁤ did after Carolina, where I was put into a boot and had difficulty walking.”

The quarterback’s ankle injury took place during ⁢the Chargers’ ⁣opening drive due to a tackle by Chiefs defensive end Mike Danna. Despite the ‍pain, Herbert continued to play. “It was tough to play ⁢with,” he admitted. “It was one⁣ of those things that we kind of talked about where we kind of limited some of ⁣the ⁢runs. I didn’t feel great running out of the pocket.”

Later in the second quarter, Herbert sustained⁢ a thigh contusion after being hit midair ⁣by‍ linebacker Nick Bolton‍ while attempting a deep⁢ throw. Despite the impact, he returned to the game displaying no ⁢apparent limitations.

Chargers coach Brandon Staley highlighted the necessity ⁤of rest for Herbert, allowing the training staff to address his injuries. ⁣”He’s one of those types of ⁣guys where ‍football is‍ the treatment,⁢ is the ‍medicine,” Staley⁣ commented.

Though known for his grit,Herbert agreed‍ to prioritize his health.⁣ “If I felt like ⁣I could have practiced⁢ at 100 percent and ‍make sure everyone’s ⁢getting the full-speed⁤ rep, I definitely would’ve,” Herbert explained. “I didn’t think I was able to do that.⁤ Trainers didn’t think I was able to do that⁣ today so we were all on the same page with that.”

This season has ⁣been challenging for herbert, ⁣who missed two weeks of training camp due to ‍a plantar fascia⁣ injury and fought through⁣ a high ankle sprain ‍earlier in the year.

Despite these setbacks,⁢ Herbert maintains a positive outlook, stating, “It could ⁤be ⁣a lot worse.”