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Trey Lance Joins Chargers on $6.75 Million Deal

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Trey Lance signed a one-year deal to return to the Chargers for up to $6.75 million.
Lance was drafted third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
He started only four games in two seasons with the 49ers due to injuries.
Lance was traded to the Dallas Cowboys in 2023.
With the Chargers, Lance completed 47.4% of his passes for 226 yards and one interception.

History

Historical Context

In 2021, the San Francisco 49ers drafted Trey Lance third overall, trading multiple picks to secure him as a potential franchise quarterback. However, injuries limited him to just four starts over two seasons, leading to his trade to the Dallas Cowboys in 2023. Lance's experience highlights the high stakes of quarterback selections in the NFL, influencing team strategies and evaluations.

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Story summary

Trey Lance signed a one-year deal to return to the Chargers for up to $6.75 million.
Lance was drafted third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
He started only four games in two seasons with the 49ers due to injuries.
Lance was traded to the Dallas Cowboys in 2023.
With the Chargers, Lance completed 47.4% of his passes for 226 yards and one interception.

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