When the Los Angeles Chargers blindsided a quiet NFL news cycle with the signing of quarterback Trey Lance and earned some serious criticism for the contract he signed, most figured it was all about pushing fellow backup Taylor Heinicke.

The Los Angeles Chargers already have an established star at QB in Justin Herbert, but Jim Harbaugh and Co. made an intriguing addition to the depth chart on Friday by signing former No. 2 overall pick Trey Lance.

ESPN sources: former Cowboys and 49ers QB Trey Lance reached agreement today on a one-year deal worth up to $6.2 million with the Los Angeles Chargers. Lance and Taylor Heinicke are now behind starting QB Justin Herbert.

Lance will serve as one of the backups to starting quarterback Justin Herbert in Los Angeles. The Chargers already re-signed Taylor Heinicke to a one-year deal last month to round out the quarterback room for the 2025 season.

The Los Angeles Chargers have to continue to load up around franchise quarterback Justin Herbert.Ladd McConkey is a star wide receiver, but they could use a second stud pass catcher.That's where the San Francisco 49ers might come in,

While there are certainly worse weapon groups across the NFL, the Los Angeles Chargers — who are looking to contend for a Super Bowl — could use serious help. McConkey flashed the potential to develop into a true No.