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Trey Lance's NFL journey hasn't been a straight line-it's been a winding path of hype, heartbreak, and hard resets.
Once heralded as the San Francisco 49ers' quarterback of the future, taken third overall in the 2021 draft, Lance is now stepping into a new role in a new city. After a tough start in the league and a brief, quiet stint in Dallas, he's landed in Los Angeles-ready to turn the page and maybe even steal a few scenes.
The Chargers made it official with a slick Instagram rollout: Trey Lance in full powder blue, city skyline glowing behind him, pen in hand, contract ready. The caption was short-"LA Trey"-but the message was loud. This wasn't just a g; this was a reclamation.
"Bolt fans, what's going on? Just signed, super excited to get started. Bolt up, let's go," Lance explained in a video message.
A bet on potential, not the past
Lance's new $6.2 million deal places him third on the depth chart behind Justin Herbert and Taylor Heinicke. And while that may seem low-profile, the move makes Hollywood sense. The Chargers are rebuilding, reshaping their identity, and in a league that rewards high-upside risks, a 24-year-old former top-three pick fits the mold. His arm? Still powerful. His athleticism? Undeniable. His ceiling? Untapped.
Of course, critics are circling. Lance has only played in 12 NFL games, five as a starter. His most recent preseason outing-ironically against the Chargers-ended with five interceptions. But the Chargers aren't paying for the past. They're investing in possibility. And when Herbert needs a spark off the bench, LA wants more than just a clipboard holder.
Back in Dallas, Dak Prescott didn't send a farewell speech-he didn't need to. One repost, one fire emoji, and a "Yesssir! Let's f-- go" said it all.
Because Lance, even without game-day snaps, earned something rare in that Cowboys locker room: respect. First in, last out. Quiet leader. No complaints, just grind.
Now, in Los Angeles, Trey Lance has another shot. The league forgets fast-but it re comebacks even faster. And "LA Trey"? He might just be the next one to write one worth watching.