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Sports · November 12, 2026

Broncos announce trade for Chargers LB Daiyan Henley falls through,

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The Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers announced that their previously agreed-upon trade for linebacker Daiyan Henley will not be finalized. The deal, which was initially struck before the Tuesday trade deadline, was reportedly contingent on a physical. While the Broncos confirmed the cancellation late Wednesday night, they did not provide a specific reason for the move, though reports noted Henley underwent a physical at the Broncos' facility on Wednesday. Henley, who leads the Chargers in tackles this season, will now remain with Los Angeles.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • The trade involving Daiyan Henley from the Chargers to the Broncos will not be finalized.
  • The announcement was made by the teams late Wednesday or shortly after midnight on Thursday.
  • The trade had been agreed upon around the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday.
  • Henley was at the Broncos' facility on Wednesday and underwent a physical.

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  • The trade would have sent a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2028 fifth-rounder to the Chargers.
  • Henley leads the Chargers with 51 tackles this season.
  • Henley had 147 tackles in 2024.
  • Henley has a 50.6 grade on Pro Football Focus, ranking 67th out of 79 linebackers.
  • Henley dealt with a shoulder issue in practice the week prior to the trade but played in Sunday's game.
  • The Broncos are currently 7-2 and lead the AFC West.

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