Broncos Reportedly Halt Trade for Chargers Linebacker Daiyan Henley Over Physical Exam Issue
The Denver Broncos have reportedly backed out of a trade for Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley due to an unexpected issue discovered during the player's physical examination.
Odessa Midland, TX, November 12, 2026 — The Denver Broncos have reportedly halted a planned trade for Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley. The decision to back out of the transaction is understood to stem from an unexpected issue that surfaced during the player’s physical examination.
Details regarding the specific nature of the issue discovered during the physical were not immediately available. The report indicates that the Broncos, upon completing the medical evaluation, decided not to proceed with acquiring the linebacker.
Daiyan Henley, a second-year player, was acquired by the Chargers as a seventh-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. He played college football at Washington State and Nevada. His professional career with the Chargers has included limited regular-season action in his rookie year.
Trade negotiations between NFL teams often include a mandatory physical examination as a final step before the transaction is officially completed. This process is designed to ensure the acquiring team is aware of any existing injuries or medical conditions a player may have. If a significant or undisclosed issue is found, teams reserve the right to withdraw from the trade agreement.
The Denver Broncos organization has not released a public statement regarding the reported trade, nor has the Los Angeles Chargers. Information about the exact timeline of the trade discussions or the specific findings of the physical examination remains undisclosed by the teams involved.
The absence of further details means the precise reason for the trade’s collapse and any potential impact on Daiyan Henley’s status with the Chargers are not yet clear. The linebacker’s future team affiliation will likely depend on further medical assessments and decisions by both the player and the involved franchises.
Story summarized from the original created by ARNIE STAPLETON, Associated Press on www.yourbasin.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
