Daiyan Henley Injury News & Updates
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Six takedowns in victory
Henley recorded six total tackles (five solo) in Sunday night's 25-10 win over Pittsburgh.
ANALYSIS
Henley was able to lead the team in stops, registering at least six takedowns for the second straight week and seventh time overall this season. The linebacker is now up to 67 total tackles (35 solo), including 3.0 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed, one of which is an interception, over 10 games this year.
Nov 4, 2025
Logs sack in win
Henley totaled seven tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, in the Chargers' win over the Titans on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Henley had a strong outing in the victory, finishing tied for second on the team in tackles while also recording one of four sacks on Cam Ward. Henley has now racked up 61 tackles (30 solo), including 3.0 sacks, and an interception across his first nine outings this season.
Oct 24, 2025
Relatively quiet Thursday
Henley recorded four tackles (one solo) during Thursday's 37-10 win versus the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Henley only played 39 defensive snaps in a Week 8 game that got out of hand relatively quickly, limiting his tackling opportunities. IDP managers will hope he gets more chances in Week 9, but the Chargers will be traveling to take on a Tennessee squad that throws the ball more than almost any other team in the league.
Oct 20, 2025
Limited production in Week 7
Henley recorded two tackles in Sunday's 38-14 loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Henley was uncharacteristically quiet in Week 7, securing a season-low two stops. The linebacker was limited at practice throughout the week due to a groin injury and it's possible his lack of production could be due to the injury. Henley has still registered 48 total tackles (25 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while also adding an interception over seven games this season.
Oct 17, 2025
Good to go against Indianapolis
Henley (groin) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Colts, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Henley was limited in the first two practices of the week due to a groin injury, but he's been cleared for Sunday's game after practicing in full Friday. His availability is a boost for the Chargers, especially with fellow linebacker Troy Dye (thumb) currently listed as questionable. Henley has 46 tackles (25 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and two pass defenses (one interception) through the first six games of the regular season.
Oct 15, 2025
Limited by groin injury
Henley was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury.
ANALYSIS
Henley has played every defensive snap this season, including the Chargers' Week 6 win over Miami. There's no indication he's in danger of missing Sunday's matchup against the Colts, though his practice participation in the next two days should provide further insight.
Oct 13, 2025
Leads LA with seven stops
Henley tallied seven tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 29-27 victory versus Miami.
ANALYSIS
Henley's seven tackles paced the Chargers in the narrow victory. The third-year linebacker has been quite consistent this season, notching between seven and 10 stops in five of his six games so far. Overall, Henley has registered 46 tackles, including 2.0 sacks, along with two pass defenses (including an interception).
Oct 6, 2025
Eight stops in defeat
Henley recorded eight total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 27-10 loss to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Henley remained rather productive in Week 5, reaching at least eight takedowns for the fourth time this season. The linebacker has cooled off a little since a red-hot start to the year, but he has still compiled 39 total tackles (22 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while also adding two passes defensed, one of which was an interception, over five games.
Sep 29, 2025
Bounces back against Giants
Henley recorded nine tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Henley has played 100 percent of defensive snaps in every game and delivered his highest solo tackle total of the season in Week 4. He has at least eight combined stops in three of four contests and is one of the top linebacker options, given the injuries and underperformance at the position early in the campaign.
Sep 22, 2025
Just four tackles against Denver
Henley logged four tackles (two solo) during the Chargers' 23-20 win over the Broncos on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Sunday marked just the fifth time since 2024 that Henley has logged five tackles or less in a regular-season game, though he still finished tied for second on the Chargers behind Derwin James (12). Henley has played every single defensive snap this season, and despite the dip in tackling production Sunday, the 2023 third-rounder is on pace to crack 100-plus tackles for a second consecutive season.
Sep 21, 2025
Cleared to play Week 3
Henley (illness) is active for Sunday's AFC West clash against Denver, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Henley logged a DNP/LP/DNP progression during the practice week, but he's feeling well enough to suit up Sunday. The third-year linebacker has had a great start to the campaign, tallying 18 tackles -- including 2.0 sacks -- and an interception through two weeks.
Sep 19, 2025
Questionable for Week 3
Henley (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Henley has been on the injury report with an illness for nearly a week, though he still played 100 percent of defensive snaps in Week 2 against Las Vegas. Despite not practicing Friday, Henley's recent pattern suggests he'll likely be able to suit up come Sunday.
Sep 17, 2025
Absent from practice
Henley (illness) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Henley was able to play through an illness in Monday night's 20-9 win over the Raiders, ultimately recording 10 total tackles (seven solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding an interception. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice this week ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Broncos.
Sep 16, 2025
Dominant all around in win
Henley tallied 10 tackles (seven solo), including 1.0 sacks, and an interception in the Chargers' win over the Raiders on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Henley had a dominant outing all around in Sunday's victory as not only did he lead Los Angeles in tackles but also managed to both pick off and sack Geno Smith while playing all 70 defensive snaps. The 25-year-old has already racked up 2.0 sacks across his first two outings and will look to build off this strong performance versus the Broncos.
Sep 15, 2025
Good to go Monday
Henley (illness) is active for Monday night's Week 2 game against Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
Henley was a late addition to Los Angeles' injury report Monday after coming down with an illness. While he may not be at 100 percent, the third-year linebacker will give it a go in Monday's AFC West clash. That's a big sigh of relief for the Chargers, as Henley played every defensive snap Week 1 against Kansas City and finished with eight tackles, including 1.0 sacks.
Sep 15, 2025
Added to injury report
Henley (illness) has been added to the Chargers' injury report and is questionable for Monday's game against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Henley played 100 percent of defensive snaps Week 1, recording eight tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, so his absence would be a substantial blow to Los Angeles' linebacker corps if he were a late scratch for Monday's road matchup against Las Vegas. His status will be made official at least 90 minutes prior to Monday's 10:00 p.m. ET kickoff. With Denzel Perryman (ankle) already expected to land on IR, Troy Dye and Del'Shawn Phillips (toe) will be candidates to step into significant roles on defense if Henley misses any time.
Sep 5, 2025
Gets to Mahomes in win
Henley logged eight tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, during Friday's 27-21 win over the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Henley accrued five takedowns during the Chiefs' penultimate drive of the first half, which was capped off by an eight-yard sack on Patrick Mahomes to force the Chiefs to settle for three points on a Harrison Butker 35-yard field goal. Henley isn't known for his pass-rushing ability, but it took just one game to match his sack total from 2024. The 2023 third-rounder led the Chargers last season with 147 tackles across 17 regular-season games, which was eighth most in the NFL and seventh most among linebackers.
Jun 5, 2025
Participating in OTAs
Henley (shoulder) has been participating in OTAs.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker underwent surgery after the 2024 season to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder that he had played through during the campaign. Now that he's back, he should be good to go for training camp beginning in July. Henley led the Chargers with 147 tackles (84 solo) during the 2024 regular season.
Jan 12, 2025
Played through torn labrum
Henley told reporters Sunday that he will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum that he played through during the regular season, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear when exactly Henley tore his labrum, as he never showed up on the Chargers' injury report for that specific issue. He was able to play in every single regular-season game, and he finished Saturday's 32-12 loss to the Texans with 10 total tackles, which tied with Alohi Gilman for most on the Chargers. Henley's timeline for a return to on-field action will be more clear once he undergoes surgery.
Dec 23, 2024
Logs 10 tackles again
Henley finished this past Thursday's 34-27 win over Denver with 10 tackles (seven solo).
ANALYSIS
Henley once again led the Chargers in tackling this past Thursday, and the second-year linebacker has logged at least 10 combined tackles in eight of his last nine games. Henley is up to 142 combined tackles through 15 regular-season games, which is tied with Jamien Sherwood for fourth-most in the NFL, and Henley's 82 solo tackles is tied with Nick Cross for sixth-most in the league. Henley will look to continue to build on his strong sophomore campaign when the Chargers head to New England to take on rookie quarterback Drake Maye and the Patriots on Saturday, Dec. 28.
Dec 18, 2024
Team-high 10 tackles vs. Bucs
Henley registered 10 tackles (three solo) and one pass defense during the Chargers' Week 15 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Henley has reached double-digit tackles in seven of his last eight games, and over that span he's logged 89 tackles (46 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and five pass defenses. He's up to 131 combined tackles through 14 regular-season games, which is fifth-most in the NFL behind Zaire Franklin (144), Budda Baker (142), Zack Baun (134) and Jamien Sherwood (134). Henley will look to add to his total Thursday against the Broncos.
Dec 10, 2024
Another strong game
Henley finished with eight tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Sunday's game actually ended Henley's streak of six straight contests with double-digit tackles. The second-year pro is up to 122 stops (72 solo) on the year. He also has six total pass breakups.
Dec 6, 2024
Ready for Sunday
Henley (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Henley appeared to be in jeopardy of missing the Chargers' Week 14 contest after opening the week of practice with a DNP due to a knee injury. However, he practiced in full Friday, suggesting he's moved past the issue in time to suit up Sunday. Henley has recorded 10-plus tackles in each of the Chargers' last six games, and he's expected to continue serving as the team's top inside linebacker in Week 14.
Dec 5, 2024
Back at practice Thursday
Henley (knee) was a limited participant at the Chargers' practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Henley missed the team's first practice of the week with a knee injury Wednesday, but his return Thursday seems to suggest it's nothing major. If the linebacker can increase his workload at practice Friday, he'll likely enter Sunday's matchup with Kansas City without an injury designation.
Dec 4, 2024
Misses practice Wednesday
Henley (knee) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Henley previously dealt with a calf issue, so the knee injury is new for him. He played 96 percent of the defensive snaps last Sunday against the Falcons, accruing 10 tackles (three solo), including one tackle for loss. Henley has yet to miss a game this season.
Dec 1, 2024
Good to go Sunday
Henley (calf) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
The inside linebacker missed practice Friday with the injury, but that was his first appearance on the injury report all week. Henley also said he was just sore and expecting to play, per Kris Rhim of ESPN.com. The second-year pro is enjoying a breakout campaign, making double-digit tackles in five straight games and already logging 104 (63 solo) for the year.
Nov 29, 2024
Dealing with calf issue
Henley didn't practice Friday and is questionable for Sunday's Week 13 game against Atlanta due to a calf injury.
ANALYSIS
This is a new issue for Henley, as Friday marked his first appearance on the injury report this week. Despite his designation as questionable, the linebacker said he's just sore and is expecting to play Sunday, per Kris Rhim of ESPN.com. Henley has been on a tackling tear of late, logging double-digit stops in five straight games.
Nov 26, 2024
Leading tackler once again
Henley recorded 10 tackles (four solo) during the Chargers' loss to the Ravens on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Henley was a bright spot for Los Angeles despite the loss as he led the team in tackles once again. The 25-year-old has now racked up double-digit tackles in five straight games and will look to keep that streak going during the team's Week 13 matchup versus Atlanta.
Nov 18, 2024
Game-high 11 tackles
Henley finished Sunday's 34-27 win over the Bengals with 11 tackles (five solo).
ANALYSIS
Henley has logged at least 11 combined tackles in four consecutive games. The second-year linebacker leads the Chargers with 94 tackles through 10 regular-season games, which ranks 13th in the NFL ahead of the likes of Bobby Wagner (91) and Jordyn Brooks (85). Henley will look to eclipse the century mark in Week 12 against the Ravens on Monday, Nov. 25.
Nov 14, 2024
Practices in full Thursday
Henley (illness) logged a full practice session Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Henley was a limited participant Wednesday due to an illness, but he appears to have made a quick recovery given his upgrade to a full session Thursday. The second-year linebacker has emerged as a tackling machine -- and an intriguing IDP asset -- recently with three consecutive weeks of double-digit stops. Henley has tallied 40 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, during that span and could be in for another big game Sunday against a Bengals squad that has given up the 11th-most tackles to opposing linebackers this season.
Nov 13, 2024
Working through illness
Henley was limited in Wednesday's practice due to an illness.
ANALYSIS
Henley has been the Chargers' most productive tackler over the past three games, during which he has logged 40 tackles (25 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two pass defenses. He'll have two more chances to return to practice this week ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Nov 11, 2024
Makes 14 tackles in win
Henley finished with 14 tackles (11 solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Titans.
ANALYSIS
It was Henley's second straight game with 14 stops and third straight game with at least 10 tackles. The 2023 third-round pick now has 82 tackles (54 solo) on the year, to go along with four passes defensed.
Nov 4, 2024
Impresses again in Week 9
Henley recorded 14 total tackles, including one tackle for loss, and defended one pass in Sunday's 27-10 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Henley has now logged double-digit tackles in back-to-back games, seemingly emerging as the Chargers' top inside linebacker. The second-year pro from Washington State has now tallied 68 total tackles and four passes defended in eight games this season, which ranks first and second on Los Angeles' defense, respectively. Expect Henley to continue being a tackling machine as the Chargers host the Titans in Week 10.
Oct 28, 2024
Double-digit tackles vs. Saints
Henley recorded 11 total tackles (six solo) and defended one pass in Sunday's 26-8 win over the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Henley played 100-percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps for the second time this season in Week 8, leading the team in total tackles. The second-year pro from Washington State has emerged as Los Angeles' top inside linebacker through seven games, tallying a team-leading 54 total tackles and defending three passes. Henley is expected to continue starting alongside Denzel Perryman ahead of the Chargers' Week 9 matchup against the Browns.
Sep 30, 2024
Makes seven tackles in loss
Henley finished with seven tackles (four solo) in the Chargers' 17-10 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The starting inside linebacker also played on 97 percent of the defensive snaps. Henley has 35 tackles (23 solo) and a pass defensed through four games this season.
Sep 23, 2024
Strong game in loss
Henley finished with 12 tackles (nine solo), including a tackle for a loss, and a pass defensed in the Chargers' 20-10 defeat to the Steelers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The starting linebacker also played 100 percent of the defensive snaps for the first time this season. Henley has 28 tackles (19 solo) through three games.
Sep 16, 2024
Double-digit stops in win
Henley recorded 10 total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Henley led the team in stops versus the Carolina, setting a new career high for the second week in a row. The linebacker played 43 of the team's 48 defensive snaps and he'll look to continue his strong start to the year in Week 3 versus the Steelers.
Sep 24, 2023
Will suit up
Henley (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Henley closed out the week as a full participant in practice, so his ability to suit up was expected. The 2023 third-round selection will be making his NFL debut when he takes the field against Minnesota on Sunday.
Sep 23, 2023
Designated as questionable
Henley (hamstring) has drawn a questionable tag ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Henley practiced in full in consecutive days to close out the week after being limited Wednesday, which indicates he is trending in the right direction. Still, his official status will not be known until Sunday morning.
Sep 21, 2023
Full go Thursday
Henley (hamstring) was listed as a full participant on the Chargers' practice report Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Henley returned to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday after he missed the first two games of the season with a hamstring issue. Now, barring any setbacks, the rookie linebacker looks like he should make his NFL debut this Sunday against Minnesota. Henley figures to slot in behind starting inside linebackers Kenneth Murray and Eric Kendricks (hamstring), the latter of whom missed practice for the second day in a row Thursday.
Sep 20, 2023
Limited practice Wednesday
Henley (hamstring) was a limited participant at the Chargers' practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Henley has missed the first two contests of the season while nursing a hamstring injury, but Wednesday's limited session is a step in the right direction. The linebacker will have to more practices this week to increase his participation ahead of the team's Week 3 matchup with Minnesota.
Sep 17, 2023
Officially inactive
Henley (hamstring) is officially inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
The rookie linebacker will miss his second week in a row as he continues to nurse a hamstring injury. Henley will have a chance to make his NFL debut during next week's game against Minnesota.
Sep 15, 2023
Doubtful Sunday
Henley (hamstring) is listed as doubtful going into Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
The 2023 third-round pick will most likely miss his second week in a row with a hamstring injury. Henley and Eric Kendricks are both listed as doubtful, leaving Kenneth Murray and Tanner Muse as the expected inside linebacker duo for Los Angeles on Sunday.
Sep 10, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Henley (hamstring) is inactive Sunday against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Henley was considered doubtful coming into the contest, so his absence doesn't come as too much of a surprise. With the third-round rookie out, Tanner Muse may see an uptick in work.
Sep 8, 2023
Doubtful for Week 1 action
Henley (hamstring) is listed as doubtful Friday for Sunday's game versus Miami.
ANALYSIS
After missing practice Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the official doubtful designation doesn't come as much of a surprise. Until Henley is ready to suit up, Tanner Muse figures to serve as the primary depth piece at inside linebacker for the Chargers behind Kenneth Murray and Eric Kendricks.
Aug 30, 2023
No timeline on return
Head coach Brandon Staley noted Wednesday is dealing with a hamstring injury and did not provide any information on a possible return date, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2023 third-round pick out of Washington State missed Wednesday's practice with the injury. He's expected to provide explosive depth at inside linebacker once he's back to full health.
Aug 30, 2023
Misses practice
Henley did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Henley was selected by the Chargers in the third round of the draft this past offseason with the 85th overall pick. The athletic linebacker is expected to provide depth at the interior linebacker position entering the season. It remains to be seen how serious his current hamstring issue is.
Apr 28, 2023
Bolts to Los Angeles
The Chargers selected Henley in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 85th overall.
ANALYSIS
What Henley lacks in linebacker size (6-foot, 225 pounds) he makes up for in athleticism. He's sticky in coverage thanks to that athletic profile that is highlighted by 4.54 speed and explosiveness (125-inch broad jump). Henley took a circuitous route to get here, starting out as a receiver at Nevada all the way back in 2017 before switching to defense and later transferring to Washington State. Henley has coverage ability that could make him a problem for Kenneth Murray.
Apr 28, 2023
Bolts to Los Angeles
The Chargers selected Henley in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 85th overall.
ANALYSIS
What Henley lacks in linebacker size (6-foot, 225 pounds) he makes up for in athleticism. He's sticky in coverage thanks to that athletic profile that is highlighted by 4.54 speed and explosiveness (125-inch broad jump). Henley took a circuitous route to get here, starting out as a receiver at Nevada all the way back in 2017 before switching to defense and later transferring to Washington State. Henley has coverage ability that could make him a problem for Kenneth Murray.