DJ Uiagalelei - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

DJ Uiagalelei remains the quarterback to watch at Chargers training camp The Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback situation is relatively set in stone. Justin Herbert is, obviously, the QB1 in Los Angeles. Over the c...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLTBEAT.COM

Chargers' DJ Uiagalelei may be creating a nightmare scenario for Trey Lance Justin Herbert is firmly entrenched as the Los Angeles Chargers' franchise quarterback of the present and future. Who holds the clipboard fo...

JUNE 22 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Chargers' Justin Herbert adjusting footwork during offseason program

New Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel wanted to change Justin Herbert’s footwork, so he has taken the football out of his star quarterback’s hands for parts...

JUNE 18 • Associated Press

Father Claims Former FSU Football QB Received Threats From Fans Former Florida State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei was part of a historic losing season for the Seminoles in 2024, as the program finished 2-10...

MAY 28 • SI.COM

Set to spend offseason with Bolts Uiagalelei signed a reserve/future contract with the Chargers on Tuesday.

Impact Uiagalelei spent the entire 2025 season on the Chargers' practice squad after failing to make the active roster at the end of training camp. He was elevated for the Chargers' Week 18 clash against the Broncos and served as Trey Lance's backup, though the former did not see the field. Uiagalelei will be a part of the Chargers' 90-man roster in the offseason, allowing him to participate in OTAs and minicamp.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Bolts' practice squad Uiagalelei reverted to the Chargers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Uiagalelei spent the entire 2025 season on the Chargers' practice squad. He was elevated to the active roster for the first time Saturday and served as the team's backup quarterback behind Trey Lance for Sunday's 19-3 loss to the Broncos, though the former didn't end up playing a single snap. Uiagalelei is unlikely to see playoff action unless both Justin Herbert and Lance were to miss time.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Backup for Week 18 The Chargers elevated Uiagalelei from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact With Justin Herbert (left hand/rest) set to sit for Week 18, Uiagalelei will get his first elevation of the season to back up starting quarterback Trey Lance. If Lance must exit the contest for any reason, Uiagalelei will see his first NFL regular-season reps in Sunday's game.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' DJ Uiagalelei, not Taylor Heinicke gets nod from Jim Harbaugh The Chargers made some really notable QB decisions around final cuts.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • SI.COM

Joining Bolts' practice squad The Chargers signed Uiagalelei to their practice squad Wednesday.

Impact The undrafted rookie free agent wasn't able to box out Trey Lance for a spot on the Chargers' final 53-man roster for 2025, but he'll continue to contribute to the team as a member of the practice squad. It would probably take an injury to either Lance or starter Justin Herbert for Uiagalelei to be considered as a candidate to get called up to the active roster.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Former 5-Star Recruit Cut by NFL Team After Strong Preseason Showing Former five-star recruit DJ Uiagalelei was cut on NFL roster cut day despite a strong preseason showing.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Fails to make 53-man roster The Chargers are waiving Uiagalelei on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Uiagalelei has spent the entire offseason developing in Los Angeles, having signed with the team in April shortly after going undrafted out of Florida State, but all of Justin Herbert, Taylor Heinicke and Trey Lance have been entrenched above him on the depth chart. He seems a candidate to resurface on the practice squad, if he goes unclaimed on waivers.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Can't-Miss Play: House call! Uiagalelei's pass is snagged by Curtis Robinson for pick-six Los Angeles Chargers quarterback DJ Uiagalelei's pass is snagged by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Curtis Robinson for a pick-six.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • NFL.COM

NFL Preseason Week 3 Recap: San Francisco 49ers 30, Los Angeles Chargers 23 The 49ers ended their 2025 preseason with a winning record thanks to a late-game surge, upending the Chargers 30-23. With the score deadlock...

AUGUST 24, 2025 • PFF.COM

Luke Grimm Hauls in the 15-Yard Strike From Uiagalelei for TD Wide receiver Luke Grimm hauls in the 15-yard strike from quarterback DJ Uiagalelei for a touchdown.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

The 49ers spoil Trey Lance's return to the Bay Area with a 30-23 win over the Chargers

Trey Lance's return to the Bay Area led to three straight punts for the Los Angeles Chargers

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

DJ Uiagalelei's Strike to Dalevon Campbell Is a Thing of Toe-Tapping Beauty Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei's strike to wide receiver Dalevon Campbell is a thing of toe-tapping beauty.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

DJ Uiagalelei's back-shoulder strike to Dalevon Campbell is a thing of toe-tapping beauty Los Angeles Chargers quarterback DJ Uiagalelei's back-shoulder strike to wide receiver Dalevon Campbell is a thing of toe-tapping beauty.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • NFL.COM

Jim Harbaugh on Prep for 49ers Preseason Game Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh speaks to the media before practice at 2025 Training Camp. Harbaugh discusses prep for preseason game three...

AUGUST 21, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Ex-FSU QB DJ Uiagalelei pushing for Chargers roster spot DJ Uiagalelei is making the most of his opportunities at Chargers camp. The former FSU quarterback was thought to be a camp body when he sig...

AUGUST 11, 2025 • CHOPCHAT.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Rookies DJ Uiagalelei, Dalevon Campbell Connect for 49 Yards in Air Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei tosses a deep pass to wide receiver Dalevon Campbell for a 49-yard gain.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers' defense steps up in 27-13 preseason win against Saints

The Los Angeles Chargers have secured a 27-13 win over the New Orleans Saints in a preseason game

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Chargers OL Rashawn Slater's season-ending injury 'a gut punch,' Jim Harbaugh says

The Los Angeles Chargers are moving forward without Rashawn Slater

AUGUST 8, 2025 • Associated Press

DJ Uiagalelei's dad throwing shade at Florida State is an absolute joke The less said about the 2024 season the better, especially when it comes to the disastrous decision to invest in DJ Uiagalelei as a transfer...

AUGUST 4, 2025 • CHOPCHAT.COM

Trey Lance Leads Chargers Over Lions 34-7 in Hall of Fame Game

On his third team in his fifth season, Trey Lance played like a No. 3 overall pick.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Trey Lance Leads Chargers Over Lions 34-7 in Hall of Fame Game

Trey Lance tosses 2 touchdown passes, leading the Chargers over the Lions 34-7 in Hall of Fame game

On his third team in his fifth season, Trey Lance played like a No. 3 overall pick

AUGUST 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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