Justin Herbert finger injury: Why Chargers QB has massive splint on left hand Edward Sutelan October 29, 2023 • 6:27 pm PDT ...

While there is concern about the finger, Chargers head coach Brandon Staley informed the media that Herbert is only wearing the splint for extra protection. "Just looking for some extra protection ...

In six games with the splint on his finger, George has averaged 11.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 32.2 minutes per game while shooting 41.9% from the field and 34.3% from 3-point range.

Herbert is sporting a hard plastic splint underneath that wrap according to Melissa Stark. Not that it's been an issue. Herbert completed all six of his passes on the Chargers opening drive ...