Justin Herbert to Undergo Surgery for Left-Hand Fracture
Justin Herbert, the quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, is set to have surgery on his left hand due to a fracture. Coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed the news following the Chargers’ recent game. The surgery is scheduled for Monday.
Injury Details
Herbert sustained the injury during a 1-yard scramble. He was tackled hard by Jeremy Chinn, causing his hand to hit the ground. Despite the injury, Herbert continued to play and successfully completed a 10-yard touchdown pass to Quentin Johnston on the subsequent play, giving the Chargers an early 7-0 lead.
Game Performance
After the incident, Herbert briefly exited the game, missing eight plays while receiving treatment in the training room. Trey Lance took over quarterback duties during this time. Herbert returned with 11:56 left in the second quarter. He finished the game with notable stats:
- Pass completions: 15
- Pass attempts: 20
- Passing yards: 151
- Touchdowns: 2
- Interceptions: 1
The Chargers secured a victory against the Raiders, winning the game 31-14. The team’s next matchup is against the Eagles in Week 14, raising questions about Herbert’s availability.
Future Outlook
As the recovery process begins, it remains uncertain whether Herbert will miss any game time. Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring the situation as the surgery date approaches.
