Broncos announce trade with Chargers for Daiyan Henley ‘will not be finalized’
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Denver Broncos announced that their proposed trade for Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley, which involved two draft picks, will not be finalized, with no official reason provided for the deal falling through.
- Henley, who was dealing with a shoulder issue but played in recent games, will remain with the 0-8 Los Angeles Chargers for the rest of the season, while the Broncos keep their 2027 fourth-round and 2028 fifth-round picks.
- The Broncos will continue with their current linebacker lineup, relying on veterans Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, as they prepare to return from their bye week with a 7-2 record.
- Chargers teammates expressed frustration over the failed trade, as Henley is a third-year starter and team captain, and the Chargers had been reluctant to trade him despite their struggling season.
- The Chargers made no other trades at the deadline, choosing to hold onto key players amid a difficult season and concerns about team morale and optics.
