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Broncos Can Clinch AFC’s Top Seed vs. Chargers as Herbert Sits

Denver rules out Dre Greenlaw for Sunday, elevating Justin Strnad at linebacker.

Dec 27, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; The Los Angeles Chargers huddle in the end zone against the Houston Texans during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Dec 27, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) stiff arms Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter (4) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Trey Lance will start at quarterback for Los Angeles with D.J. Uiagalelei elevated as the backup after the Chargers chose to rest Justin Herbert.
  • The Broncos officially ruled out linebackers Dre Greenlaw and Karene Reid, with Justin Strnad set to start alongside Alex Singleton.
  • Defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers is listed as questionable with a hip issue, while Nate Adkins, Pat Bryant and Ben Powers practiced fully and are on track to play.
  • Jim Harbaugh described his lineup decisions as a health-first approach, noting Herbert has been playing with a broken left hand and saying some starters could dress in backup roles.
  • Sean Payton said Denver is treating the matchup like a playoff game, with a win securing the AFC’s No. 1 seed and a first-round bye at Empower Field at Mile High.