Betting odds movements hint at the Chargers potentially replacing QB Justin Herbert in the upcoming NFL Draft, with speculation fueled by the shift in odds regarding the team's first-round pick.

By the Numbers
  • Chargers' odds went from +10000 (100-1) to +1500 (15-1) two days before the draft, and now stand at +600 (6-1) on the eve of the event.
  • Justin Herbert signed a five-year, $262.5 million extension with the Chargers, making him one of the NFL's highest-paid players and a widely recognized "franchise quarterback."
Yes, But

The potential trade of Justin Herbert remains speculative, and his highly regarded status as a franchise quarterback adds complexity to the scenario.

State of Play
  • Chargers, with the 5th overall pick, are in a strategic position in a draft with top QB prospects, including Michigan's J.J. McCarthy.
  • New head coach Jim Harbaugh's praise for McCarthy has fueled rumors of a potential Herbert trade.
What's Next

If the Chargers proceed with a bold move to trade Herbert and select McCarthy, it could reshape the team's future and impact the landscape of the NFL.

Bottom Line

The shifting odds surrounding the Chargers' draft pick hint at a potentially seismic shift in their quarterback strategy, with implications for both the team and the league's dynamics.