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Former No.3 overall pick has real shot to win Chargers' QB2 job

Originally posted on Los Angeles Chargers on SI
By Andrew Parsaud | Last updated Jul 31, 2025 6:30 AM ET

The Los Angeles Chargers have a very intriguing quarterback room.

Of course, it starts with Justin Herbert, who's been nothing short of spectacular since being drafted in 2020. Taylor Heinicke is still slotted behind Herbert, as the veteran quarterback has had quite the journey up to this point. Speaking of the 2020 season, Heinicke gained traction for helping lead the then-Washington Football Team to a playoff berth.

There's one other quarterback on the roster that could make an impact. That would be Trey Lance, the former 2021 No. 3 overall pick of the San Francisco 49ers. Lance didn't work out in San Francisco. Once injuries piled up and they struck gold with Brock Purdy, Lance was shipped to the Dallas Cowboys, where he spent last season.

Lance signed with the Bolts this offseason, a one year, $2 million deal. Don't write off Lance just yet, as he's reportedly taken the most snaps with the second-team offense during training camp so far. It was announced that Lance will start for the Chargers in the Hall of Fame game on Thursday.

Lance has gotten the most reps with the second team offense so far in training camp. A strong preseason showing will cement his status as the QB2. Would expect we see him carry the ball a significant amount in the 4 games. https://t.co/eQUxUfJTlP
— Steven Haglund (@StevenIHaglund) July 29, 2025

The Chargers will have a leg up on the rest of the league, as they'll play four preseason games opposed to just three. That's more time to evaluate talent, especially Lance.

While his career hasn't gone as he would've hoped thus far, this is a major opportunity for Lance to show he belongs.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Chargers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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