"It's a difficult spot," Heinicke said, "but I feel like my whole career has been like that." His resilience highlights the struggles and triumphs of being a backup quarterback in the NFL.
Heinicke spent most of the game on his back, sacked three times in four dropbacks. Despite this, he maintained his brevity and readiness to step up when called upon.
With the Chargers potentially relying on Heinicke against the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs, the challenge grows as many key players, including Justin Herbert, are injured.
Undrafted out of Old Dominion in 2015, Heinicke’s journey has seen him fill in during crucial games, proving his ability to perform under pressure.
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