Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley is entering the final year of his rookie contract after being selected by the team in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft out of Washington State.
Henley has started every game for the Chargers in the last two seasons leading up to 2026, but he is still hoping to ink that long-term extension with the franchise. Henley spoke with the team’s website about how he is more motivated now than he ever has in his career.
“The reason why I would say more [motivated]
than ever is because it’s another year and another opportunity to do better,” Henley said via the team’s website. “Another chance, another showing of who I really am out there on that field, on tape to display to the world.
“With opportunities missed in the past, like I said, we don’t dwell on that,” Henley added. “We move forward and that’s all I see right now, opportunities in the future. I see opportunities now. I’m amped, I’m motivated and I can’t wait to go.”
Henley was the only player on the Chargers’ defense last season to log more than 100 tackles. His ability to go from sideline to sideline really helped shape Los Angeles’ defense, and his efforts are key to the unit’s overall success.
If Henley can channel this motivation into his play on the field, he should be able to get that long contract extension and help the Chargers reach new heights as a team in 2026.
