From the beginning of Chargers training camp, the battle for the backup quarterback spot did not seem like it would become so much of a storyline, but here we are.
Chase Daniel was seen to me as the bonafide backup to Justin Herbert because of his experience in this league and the knowledge with Joe Lombardi’s offense.
However, Easton Stick came into the preseason with the mentality that he was not to be forgotten. Not only did Stick flash with his athleticism, but he looked improved as a passer.
Stick’s outings have raised many to believe that the team could indeed carry three quarterbacks as opposed to two, and those making the decision believe it’s a strong possibility.
“Yeah, I think so,” Brandon Staley said. “I think that could happen. I think we’re going to see over the next couple of days. But I definitely think that that’s a possibility, and we’ll dive into those specifics here in the next couple days. But I think both of those guys are assets for our football team.”
On the TV broadcast Saturday against the Seahawks, Tom Telesco that he would prefer to keep all three quarterbacks.
The decision to keep three quarterbacks when depth at other positions would be much more beneficial to the Chargers is puzzling to a handful, but it would make sense.
Given the uncertainty of COVID-19, keeping only two quarterbacks is a risky move, especially if there was a major outbreak.
Los Angeles could practice squad one of them, but the likelihood of either of them clearing waivers is slim. A team would love to bring in a veteran like Daniel, while another would instantly fall in love with Stick’s traits.
Should this come to fruition at 1 pm PT on Tuesday, Sept. 31, Daniel would likely be the main backup and dress on game days.