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Trey Lance

Trey Lance is an American football quarterback in the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Trey Lance is an American football quarterback in the National Football League. He played college football at North Dakota State, where he won major FCS awards, and was selected third overall by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2021 NFL Draft. As of 2026, he is a quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers.

Early life and college career

Trey Lance was born in Marshall, Minnesota, and attended North Dakota State University. At North Dakota State, he became one of the most prominent FCS quarterbacks, including a 2019 season with no interceptions and major national awards.

Professional career

Lance entered the NFL as the No. 3 overall pick in 2021 by the San Francisco 49ers. He later moved to the Dallas Cowboys and then signed with the Los Angeles Chargers, where he was re-signed in 2026.

Playing profile

Lance is listed as a quarterback and is known for his size and dual-threat athletic profile. NFL and team listings place him at 6-foot-4 and 226 pounds.

Awards and recognition

Lance's college career included the Walter Payton Award and the Jerry Rice Award. These honours recognised him as one of the top offensive players and top freshmen in FCS football.

Key facts

  • Lance played college football for North Dakota State from 2019 to 2020.
  • He won the Walter Payton Award and the Jerry Rice Award in 2019.
  • He was selected third overall by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2021 NFL Draft.
  • He re-signed with the Chargers on a one-year contract in March 2026.
  • He is listed by the NFL as an active quarterback.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Trey Lance?
Trey Lance is an American football quarterback who has played in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Chargers.
Where did Trey Lance play college football?
He played college football at North Dakota State University.
What draft position was Trey Lance selected at?
He was selected third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
What awards did Trey Lance win in college?
He won the Walter Payton Award and the Jerry Rice Award in 2019.
What team does Trey Lance play for now?
As of 2026, he is listed as a quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers.

References

  1. NFL — https://www.nfl.com/players/trey-lance/
    Supports: Current team, position, physical measurements, age, hometown, draft status, and active roster listing.
  2. Los Angeles Chargers — https://www.chargers.com/team/players-roster/trey-lance/
    Supports: Current team listing, jersey number, height, weight, college, and 2025 season statistics.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/4383351/trey-lance
    Supports: Biography details including team, position, birth date, height, weight, college, and draft information.
  4. Pro-Football-Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/L/LancTr00.htm
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, height, weight, and career statistics.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trey_Lance
    Supports: Career timeline including 2026 Chargers contract information.