Head coach Jim Harbaugh revealed the Chargers ' plans at quarterback in the preseason finale against the 49ers this Saturday.

The Chargers rookie undrafted free agent capped off camp with an interception on 11-on-11 drills as he undercut a pass thrown by Uiagalelei over the middle of the field. Reed was among the stars of camp early on, including a pick 6 and consecutive days with interceptions.

Obviously, 49ers fans will root for 49ers quarterbacks, but Brock Purdy and Mac Jones won't play. Instead, the 49ers will trot out Carter Bradley and Nate Sudfeld -- two backups who almost certainly won't make the 53-man roster.

Lance will command the Chargers ' second-team offense Saturday while the team's starters rest. Los Angeles' plan is then for Taylor Heinicke to enter in relief of Lance and play a series or two, after which DJ Uiagalelei will close out the exhibition matchup. Lance and Heinicke are in competition for the No. 2 quarterback gig behind Justin Herbert.

There have been multiple moments captured on TV broadcasts this preseason that show Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh with Lance on the sideline, uplifting him after key moments. It's that type of belief in a player that can truly help turn around a career that was in a bit of a messy spot.

Trey Lance has had a solid preseason for the Los Angeles Chargers and has his eyes on a win over his former team, the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3.

There's no doubt that one of the biggest revelations - and even a pleasant surprise - has been the level Trey Lance has displayed. Just a few months ago, there was talk of his reti

But even with Harbaugh's backing, the Chargers have Taylor Heinicke on the roster. Heinicke has been one of the league's better backup quarterbacks over the last several years. Based on what we had seen from Lance in his first three seasons in the league, he didn't seem to present much of a threat to Heinicke's status.

"The Chargers rotated their second-team offensive line heavily in Monday’s practice. Quarterback Trey Lance was first up with the second team, followed by Taylor Heinicke. The Chargers featured a different offensive line combination for each of four straight reps once the second team offense took the field."

A – Trey Pipkins is expected to enter the starting lineup on the right side, replacing Alt who moves to the left. Pipkins is a seven-year veteran that has spent his entire career with the Chargers, so there’s already a familiarity there.