Chargers pay Justin Herbert $262.5 million, now the pressure’s really on

Lindsey Thiry, ESPNJul 25, 2023, 09:30 PM ET Close Lindsey Thiry covers the Los Angeles Chargers for ESPN. She joined ESPN in 2018 to cover the Los Angeles Rams after two years of covering them for the Los Angeles Times. She previously covered the Atlanta Falcons. You can follower her on Twitter @LindseyThiry. COSTA MESA, … Read more

Justin Herbert’s production warranted record-breaking extension, but will it lead to Chargers playoff success?

The Los Angeles Chargers and Justin Herbert have reached an agreement on a five-year, $262.5 million extension that makes him the highest-paid player in NFL history at $52.5 million annually.  Highest-paid players by average annual value Here’s the interesting numbers behind his record-breaking payday.  Herbert has the most passing yards and second-most touchdown passes by any player … Read more

Justin Herbert and Chargers reportedly agree to five-year, $262.5m extension

Justin Herbert is set to become the NFL’s highest-paid quarterback by annual salary, agreeing to a five-year, $262.5m extension with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday. The extension came as the Chargers reported for training camp earlier in the day. Their first practice will be Wednesday. Herbert’s total value and $52.5m average per season surpasses … Read more