Arr, Chargers' Justin Herbert hath cracked his finger on his tossin' hand, might be missin' the clash with Raiders: as tattled!
2023-12-11
Avast, ye scallywags! 'Tis said that Justin Herbert, a fine lad of the Los Angeles Chargers, be missin' the clash with Las Vegas Raiders this Thursday eve. Aye, he be sufferin' from a cursed fractured index finger in the battle on Sunday. Arrr, tough luck, matey!
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has suffered a fractured index finger on his throwing hand, resulting in him expected to miss playing time. This injury comes after Herbert previously played through a fractured finger on his non-throwing hand earlier in the season. The Chargers have a short week as they prepare to play the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday Night Football, but Herbert is not expected to play after consulting with Dr. Steven Shin regarding the severity of the injury. With only three days of rest, it is unlikely that Herbert will be able to perform with a finger injury on his throwing hand.As a result, Easton Stick, the backup quarterback, will likely take over as the starter. Stick had to replace Herbert during the game against the Denver Broncos when Herbert sustained the injury. Herbert completed a pass to Donald Parham Jr. but was seen clutching his hand afterward and eventually had to leave the game. Herbert expressed regret for not being able to continue playing and expressed his determination to do everything he can to return to the field if there is a chance.
Herbert had been on a streak of 62 consecutive games played, the second-longest among quarterbacks in the league. However, the Chargers' season has not gone as planned, with a record of 5-8 and inconsistent performances on both offense and defense. Despite Herbert's solid individual statistics, the team has struggled to produce positive results in the win column.
Overall, the Chargers will have to rely on Easton Stick as they navigate Herbert's absence and attempt to turn their season around.