Chargers’ Justin Herbert Questionable to Return After Apparent Finger Injury; Doctor Reacts
The Chargers are trailing the Broncos by 7 points in the NFL week 14 game, a must-win for either side to keep their playoff hopes alive. But that’s not even the most concerning news at the Chargers camp. It comes from the locker room and involves quarterback Justin Herbert. The Chargers’ QB has headed toward the medical tent after suffering an apparent finger injury.
The injury occurred in the second quarter of the game when Herbert was sacked by Broncos’ defensive end Shelby Harris. Herbert was seen holding his right hand in pain and was immediately taken to the medical tent. He was later seen walking off the field with a wrap on his right hand.
The Chargers have yet to provide an update on Herbert’s condition, but it is believed that he has suffered a finger injury. If that is the case, it could be a major blow to the Chargers’ playoff hopes. Herbert has been one of the best quarterbacks in the league this season and has been instrumental in the Chargers’ success.
We spoke to Dr. David Geier, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, to get his take on the situation.
“Finger injuries can be tricky,” said Dr. Geier. “It’s hard to tell the severity of the injury without an MRI or X-ray. But if it’s a dislocation or fracture, it could take weeks to heal.”
Dr. Geier also noted that if the injury is severe enough, it could require surgery. That would mean that Herbert would miss the rest of the season.
“It’s too early to tell,” said Dr. Geier. “But if it’s a serious injury, it could be a long road to recovery.”
The Chargers will be hoping that Herbert’s injury isn’t too serious and that he can return to the field soon. But until then, they will have to rely on backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor to lead the team.
The Chargers are in a must-win situation and they will be hoping that Herbert can return to the field soon. But until then, they will have to rely on Taylor to lead the team.
It’s a tough situation for the Chargers, but they will be hoping that Herbert can make a speedy recovery and return to the field soon. Until then, they will have to rely on Taylor to lead the team.
