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Chargers trade defensive leader to AFC West rival
Chargers send linebacker Daiyan Henley to Broncos in surprising deadline deal.
In brief
Chargers send linebacker Daiyan Henley to Broncos in surprising deadline deal. Chargers traded linebacker Daiyan Henley to Broncos for 2027 fourth-round pick and 2028 fifth-round selection. Originally reported by California Post.
Chargers trade defensive leader
Chargers send linebacker Daiyan Henley to Broncos for 2027 fourth-round pick and 2028 fifth-round selection.
Henley's defensive role
Henley recorded 132 tackles in 2024 and 101 tackles, 3 ½ sacks and two interceptions in 2025.
Current performance
Henley has 51 tackles, half a sack and one interception through eight games this season.
Chargers' rationale
Chargers avoid losing Henley for nothing as his rookie contract expires after this season.
What to remember
Chargers traded linebacker Daiyan Henley to Broncos for 2027 fourth-round pick and 2028 fifth-round selection.
