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Justin Herbert exits early from Chargers game after ankle injury aggravated by Steelers sack

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Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert looks for an open receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert left Sunday’s game against the Steelers in the third quarter with an apparent ankle injury. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert left Sunday’s game early after apparently aggravating an ankle injury. Herbert left the game in the third quarter after being sacked by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts.

The hit appeared to affect a sprained ankle that Herbert suffered last week against the Carolina Panthers. Herbert had initially been listed as questionable for Sunday’s game, but was active before the game.

Herbert was taken to the medical tent for further examination. He was replaced by backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke. During the third-quarter break, the Chargers announced that Herbert was officially questionable to return.

Before the injury, Herbert had thrown for 125 yards and a touchdown as the Chargers tied the Steelers 10-10.

This story will be updated.

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