Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will be sitting out for the next two weeks due to a foot injury. The injury, which affects the plantar fascia in his right foot, was discovered after a practice session on Wednesday. Medical professionals are optimistic that Herbert will be back in action for the regular-season opener on September 8th against the Las Vegas Raiders.
During his time off, Herbert will be wearing a walking boot for two weeks. After that, he will undergo a gradual return to play protocol as prescribed by the Chargers. This setback marks the first significant injury for Herbert under the leadership of Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh. Harbaugh has been focused on gradually increasing the intensity of practices to prevent injuries like this one.
Unfortunately, this is not the first time Herbert has dealt with injuries. Over the past two seasons, he has faced challenges such as bruised ribs, a torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder, and two broken fingers – one of which was on his throwing hand and caused him to miss the last four games of the previous season. Despite these setbacks, Herbert has been commended by Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman for his quick grasp of the team’s offensive strategies during offseason workouts and training camp.
In Herbert’s absence, Easton Stick, who started four games last season, will be taking the majority of snaps with the first team. The Chargers also have Max Duggan and undrafted rookie Casey Bauman on their roster as additional options.
This news of Herbert’s injury serves as a reminder of the physical demands and risks that come with playing professional football. It highlights the importance of proper training, injury prevention strategies, and the depth of talent needed on a team to overcome such challenges. As fans eagerly await Herbert’s return to the field, the team will be working hard to ensure that they are prepared for their upcoming games, even in his absence.