It’s been trending this way all week, but the Chargers will officially have their staring quarterback when they play the Eagles on Monday night.

Quarterback Justin Herbert is active and set to start despite undergoing surgery to repair his fractured left hand last Monday.

During pregame warmups, Herbert has been sporting a balky glove with extra protection on his left hand. But he has also been simulating taking snaps from under center.

Herbert was a limited participant in all three days of practice this week before being listed as questionable. But Herbert, head coach Jim Harbaugh, and offensive coordinator Greg Roman had all expressed optimism that Herbert would be available to play.

Trey Lance is Los Angeles’ backup QB.

In 12 games this season, Herbert has completed 66.9 percent of

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