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Former Buccaneers QB Lands With Chargers After Tampa Bay Departure

Los Angeles gives Browning another opportunity after undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels won the backup job in Tampa Bay.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 1:57 AM
Former Buccaneers QB Lands With Chargers After Tampa Bay Departure
Key Things to Know
  • The Los Angeles Chargers are signing former Buccaneers quarterback Jake Browning.
  • Browning was released by Tampa Bay after losing the backup competition to rookie Jalon Daniels.
  • The Chargers made the move following a winless 0-5 start to their season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jake Browning has signed with the Los Angeles Chargers. The signing was reported on Tuesday by Fox Sports reporter Greg Auman and Tom Pelissero. The Chargers are adding the veteran quarterback to their depth chart following an 0-5 start to the season.

Browning had previously competed for the backup role behind Baker Mayfield in Tampa Bay during the 2026 offseason. However, the Buccaneers parted ways with Browning after undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels won the backup quarterback job and later stepped into the starting role due to injuries.

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