Monday update: Justin Herbert suffered a fractured finger on his non-throwing hand, which included a “gruesome” fingernail injury, per Ian Rapoport. Herbert would probably play this week if he didn’t have a byte, but the bye should help get him healed up enough to not have any issues when they get back for Week 6.
Update: Justin Herbert was able to play through the injury, but says he is unsure if it will keep him out of any games moving forward. Thankfully, the Chargers do have a bye Week coming up next.
Justin Herbert said he’s not sure if he will miss any time.
— Kris Rhim (@krisrhim1) October 2, 2023
Update: Justin Herbert has checked back into the game with a splint on his left index finger.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has exited the today’s matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders with an apparent hand injury. He sustained the injury following an interception he threw to Raiders safety Tre’Von Moehrig and went to the blue medical tent afterwards. Backup quarterback Easton Stick was seen warming up on the sidelines during Las Vegas’ drive.
Looks like Justin Herbert suffered a cut on his left hand trying to make a tackle on his interception. He’s in the injury tent being treated.
— Eric Williams (@eric_d_williams) October 1, 2023
Herbert was having a solid afternoon prior to the injury and led the Chargers out to a 24-10 lead in the third quarter. He went 11-21 for 113 yards with a touchdown and the aforementioned interception through the air and also added an additional pair of rushing touchdowns on the ground. The offense has had to work with what it has with star running back Austin Ekeler still out and wide receiver Mike Williams suffering a season-ending injury last week.
We’ll provide updates on Herbert’s status as more information comes out.