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Chargers need to seriously consider Daiyan Henley’s future ahead of trade deadline

The Los Angeles Chargers shouldn't trade Daiyan Henley, but their considerations before the deadline need to extend beyond that.

By G.C. Bellchamber · Bolt Beat

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:00 PM

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Bolt Beat argues the Chargers must carefully evaluate Daiyan Henley's contract future before the NFL trade deadline.
Henley is entering the final year of his rookie deal alongside fellow pending free-agent linebackers Denzel Perryman and Troy Dye.
The writer maintains Henley should not be traded despite the team's winless 0-7 start to the season.

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Bolt Beat's G.C. Bellchamber argues that the Los Angeles Chargers must determine their long-term plans for inside linebacker Daiyan Henley ahead of the trade deadline. Despite entering Week 9 with an 0-7 record, Bellchamber contends that Henley should not be traded, highlighting his defensive leadership under coordinator Chris O'Leary during the final year of his rookie contract.

Bellchamber notes that Henley, Denzel Perryman, and Troy Dye all face expiring contracts after the season. With top inside linebackers commanding near $20 million annually, extending Henley could require significant financial commitment alongside future contract extensions for key young players.

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Chargers need to seriously consider Daiyan Henley’s future ahead of trade deadline

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