Broncos Acquire Linebacker Daiyan Henley From Chargers

Denver lands linebacker in late deal

The Denver Broncos completed a trade with the Los Angeles Chargers just before Tuesday's deadline. Through this transaction, Denver brings in linebacker Daiyan Henley to strengthen the defense.

To get the deal done, the Broncos sent two future draft picks to Los Angeles. The Chargers will receive a 2027 fourth round draft pick, along with a 2028 fifth round pick.

Henley is presently playing through the final year of his rookie contract. Following this season, he remains scheduled to enter free agency in 2027. At 26 years old, the linebacker departs a winless Chargers squad to join Denver.

Proven production on the field

Henley first entered the league when he was selected in the third round of the 2023 draft. During his time with Los Angeles, he played in 56 career games. Throughout those appearances, he logged 317 tackles, five sacks, and four interceptions.

He has continued that strong defensive form throughout the current campaign. Over eight games this year, Henley accumulated 51 tackles. That total stands as the highest mark on the Chargers roster this season.

His impact in Los Angeles was consistent over multiple years. In fact, Henley finished as the top tackler for the Chargers in each of the past two seasons as well.

Fitting into the Denver defense

By moving to Denver, Henley adds talent to an already established group of linebackers. The Broncos defense currently features experienced players like Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad.

Adding Henley gives Denver another active tackler with a proven history of starting and making plays. The trade ends his tenure with the Chargers after three strong years of production in Los Angeles.

What it means for the next game

Los Angeles Chargers at Baltimore Ravens (NFL, Tue, 17 Nov): Baltimore Ravens win 63%, Los Angeles Chargers win 37%; projected score Baltimore Ravens 22, Los Angeles Chargers 17. Our safest pick: Chargers +12.5.