Bolts From The Blue
To the relief of the Chargers fan base, quarterback Justin Herbert was a limited participant in practice on Thursday just three days after he underwent surgery to repair a fracture in his non-throwing hand. Herbert told the reporters earlier in the week that a plate and several screws were inserted into his hand and despite this severe-sounding injury, he’s still preparing to not miss any game time.
As for the rest of the team’s initial injury report, nine other players received a designation for Thursday’s practice.
Pass rusher Bud Dupree (veteran’s rest day), tight end/fullback Tucker Fisk (ankle), and defensive tackle Da’Shawn Hand (illness) were all sidelined to begin Eagles prep.
Running backs Omarion Hampton (ankle) and Hassan Haskins (hamstring), wide receiver Quentin Johnston (shoulder), and offensive linemen Trey Pipkins (back) and Jamaree Salyer (shoulder) were all limited. The expectation by all reports is that Hampton will make his long-awaited return to the field this week after missing the last seven games with an ankle fracture.
