Chargers sign former Bengals backup as Justin Herbert insurance

The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-5 going into Week 6 after suffering a 23-17 loss in Week 5 to the Denver Broncos. Things are just not clicking for quarterback Justin Herbert , as the offense has been putrid so far. On Tuesday, the organization found a new insurance plan behind Herbert by signing a former backup from the Cincinnati Bengals. Reports indicate that the Chargers are officially signing Jake Browning, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. It is currently unknown if Browning is signing with the active roster or practice squad, as that information will be revealed in due time.