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Herbert Expected to Play vs. Eagles After Hand Surgery as Chargers Activate Omarion Hampton

Injuries are expected to reshape game plans with direct implications for playoff seeding.

Overview

  • Justin Herbert is officially listed as questionable one week after surgery on his fractured left hand, but team reporting indicates he is expected to start on Monday night.
  • Los Angeles has emphasized pistol and shotgun looks in practice with Herbert avoiding under‑center snaps, and Trey Lance is prepared as the contingency or for select short‑yardage packages.
  • The Chargers activated rookie running back Omarion Hampton from injured reserve, and he is expected to be available after logging full practices late in the week.
  • Hampton averaged 4.8 yards per carry with 314 rushing yards and two touchdowns before his Week 5 ankle fracture, and his return complements Kimani Vidal’s recent 100‑yard performances.
  • Philadelphia will be without defensive tackle Jalen Carter for multiple weeks following shoulder procedures, weakening an interior front that yielded 281 rushing yards in its last game.