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Off target in brief start Heinicke completed just one of five pass attempts for eight yards and no rushing attempts in Sunday's 27-13 preseason win over the Saints.

Impact Starter Justin Herbert sat out for the second exhibition in a row, affording Heinicke the opportunity to make his preseason debut against New Orleans. The journeyman backup probably wishes he hadn't on this particular Sunday after completing just one pass across two offensive drives. Heinicke was the early favorite to serve as Herbert's backup come Week 1, but Trey Lance has produced touchdowns in consecutive exhibitions and could threaten for the gig. It will be interesting to see what order the two backups are rolled out against the Rams in Saturday's preseason action.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' Taylor Heinicke running out of time in Los Angeles The battle for the right to backup quarterback Justin Herbert just might be drawing to a close.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • SI.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

Khristian Boyd goal line sack of Taylor Heinicke nearly results in safety New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khristian Boyd sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Taylor Heinicke in the end zone, originally ruled...

AUGUST 10, 2025 • NFL.COM

Chargers QB Taylor Heinicke set to start Sunday vs. Saints Here’s a closer look at six Chargers to watch during Sunday’s preseason game, three on offense and three on defense, including Heinicke.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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

Scheduled for preseason start Heinicke will start Sunday's preseason game against the Saints, NFL.com reports.

Impact Trey Lance started the Hall of Fame Game and played deep into the second half, with both Heinicke and Justin Herbert being held out. Heinicke will now lead the second-string offense Sunday, followed by Lance and DJ Uiagalelei working with the third/fourth units. Heinicke seems like a favorite to enter Week 1 in the backup QB role, but there's always some chance Lance could be tabbed instead. Heinicke and Lance signed similar one-year contracts this offseason.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taylor Heinicke Will Start at QB in Chargers 2nd Preseason Game vs. Saints The veteran quarterback is expected to play two drives before Trey Lance plays the majority of the game

AUGUST 8, 2025 • CHARGERS.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

Lions and Chargers have high expectations as they open the NFL preseason in the Hall of Fame game

The Detroit Lions fell way short last season, going one-and-done in the playoffs after having the best regular season in franchise history

JULY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Chargers backup quarterback labeled as potential trade option for team looking for new starter | Sporting News Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Taylor Heinicke is seen as a player who could be traded to a team looking to improve its overall situation.

JULY 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Where Chargers' Taylor Heinicke ranks among all backup quarterbacks in NFL Taylor Heinicke was once considered one of the better backup quarterbacks in the league.

JUNE 2, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Chargers Announce New Player Numbers & Number Changes Elijah Molden and Taylor Heinicke are among the Chargers players with diffrent numbers from the 2024 season

APRIL 17, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers in need of help at wide receiver and tight end in the NFL draft

In their first season together, Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh rebuilt the team enough to get into the playoffs

APRIL 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Chargers Agree to Terms With QB Taylor Heinicke The Los Angeles Chargers today agreed to terms with quarterback Taylor Heinicke. Heinicke has recorded 6,663 career passing yards, 39 touchd...

MARCH 14, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Why the Chargers Brought Back Taylor Heinicke in Free Agency The Chargers on Thursday agreed to terms with Heinicke, who will once again likely serve as Justin Herbert's backup in 2025

MARCH 14, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Back with Bolts Heinicke signed a one-year contract worth up to $6.2 million with the Chargers on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Heinicke spent the 2024 season with the Chargers as the backup to Justin Herbert but played only 22 offensive snaps while attempting five passes. He's spent parts of a few seasons as a starter and will once again be one of the more competent backups in the league.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets limited work as backup Heinicke saw spot duty in four regular-season games, completing three of five pass attempts for 28 yards, and also rushing two times for 20 yards.

Impact Heinicke's lack of work was expected, as long as the Chargers' starting quarterback, Justin Herbert remained healthy. The 31-year-old joined the franchise late in training camp due to a trade with the Falcons and ultimately won the backup job from Easton Stick. With Heinicke set to be a free agent, he may find himself in a different uniform next season.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Harbaugh, Chargers taking business-as-usual approach with 5th seed in AFC still up for grabs

The Los Angeles Chargers could have their AFC playoff seeding locked in before going to bed Saturday night in Las Vegas

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • Associated Press

Chiefs win 9th straight AFC West title, beating Chargers 19-17 on bank-shot field goal

Matthew Wright kicked a 31-yard field goal that banked off the left upright as time expired, and the Kansas City Chiefs survived another close game, beating the Los Angeles Charger...

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Chargers QB Justin Herbert exits briefly vs. Chiefs after hard hit from Nick Bolton

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert briefly left the field late in the second quarter in a 19-17 loss to the Chiefs after a hard hit by Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolt...

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Kirk Cousins leads a massive turnaround in Atlanta, now he's got to finish strong

Kirk Cousins is leading a major turnaround in Atlanta

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • Associated Press

Taylor Heinicke on His Experience Playing in the NFL Chargers Quarterback Taylor Heinicke meets with the media to discuss his previous experience in the NFL, building relationships with the wid...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • CHARGERS.COM

Injury problems continue for the Chargers under their new regime

Changes at head coach, general manager and a move to a new year-round facility haven't altered the Los Angeles Chargers’ track record when it comes to injuries

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • Associated Press

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