The Chargers only made one deal prior to Tuesday’s trade deadline and it involved sending linebacker and team captain Daiyan Henley to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick and a fifth-rounder in 2028.
Henley was one of the biggest “glue” pieces in this locker room. His personality was infectious and gave the Chargers the majority of their personality. That will be missed. Morale and overall culture in the locker room does play a role in team success, but personality does not
win football games and it was obvious that it certainly wasn’t helping the Chargers get their first win.
Fans appreciated Henley for what he was, but two early picks on day three was a great haul for a player on an expired contract. It was too good for Joe Hortiz to pass up, even if it meant sending him to a divisional rival.
This morning, let’s just focus on the positives and look back on the lasting memories Henley gave this team and the fan base. Go ahead and drop into the comments below and tell us about your favorite Henley memories!
And now for today’s links.
Chargers News:
Why the Chargers traded Daiyan Henley to the Denver Broncos (Chargers.com)
An updated list of the Chargers’ draft picks in 2027 (Chargers.com)
The Chargers wasted no time at all in shutting down any inquires about Justin Herbert’s availability (Chargers Wire)
Sending Daiyan Henley away likely means the Bolts plan to extend Tuli Tuipulotu (Bolt Beat)
NFL News:
Check out a new 2027 NFL mock draft (Bleacher Report)
Ranking every NFL deal made at this year’s trade deadline (CBS Sports)
The Vikings acquired Kirk Cousins for a third-round pick (NFL.com)
Following the recent injury to Puka Nacua, the Rams now have a higher chance of missing the playoffs (Pro Football Talk)
The Chiefs traded for Colts wide receiver Josh Downs just before the deadline (ESPN)
Handing out midseason reports around the NFL (Sports Illustrated)
