Daiyan Henley

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media following the season. Henley reflects on his year, crediting teammates and staff, staying focused through adversity, locker room culture, and the impact Jesse Minter has had on his development, and more.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley snags a deflected pass from New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye for a red zone interception.

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media to discuss what stands out from the Patriots offense, highlighting Drake Maye's leadership. Henley shares the team's mindset heading into the Wild Card matchup, emphasizes staying focused without dwelling on past playoff results, and explains how the defense is preparing to contain Maye's mobility, and more.

Lineback Daiyan Henley speaks to the media about the overall outcome of the Week 17 matchup vs the Houston Texans, and the defense fighting hard to help the Bolts' come back.

On this festive episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt "Money" Smith (a.k.a. Santa) and host Chris Hayre recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts are joined by linebacker Daiyan Henley, who talks about the Bolts' victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16 ultimately leading to the Chargers clinching playoffs, his roles on defense during game-deciding interceptions in both the Eagles and Chiefs games, and how the team will carry momentum from their current 4-game win streak into their rematch from the 2024 AFC Wild Card Round vs C.J. Stroud & the Houston Texans. Presented by Splitero.

Chargers linebackers Denzel Perryman & Daiyan Henley sat down to answer some of the most popular questions on the internet. From debating if it's ok to text "k" to someone, wondering if the NFL is scripted or not, and sharing their most controversial opinions, you'll be on the edge of your seat for all of the questions for these NFL players. Presented by TCL.

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley was mic'd up for the Bolts' big win over the Dallas Cowboys. Watch as he flexes with rookie running back Omarion Hampton, helps lead a second-half shoutout of Dak Prescott and the Cowboys offense, and hypes up teammates Tuli Tuipulotu, Justin Herbert, and Quentin Johnston. As he puts it, "demon home!" Presented by Hyundai.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley intercepts a pass from Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media following the Monday Night Football victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He discusses the team's hard work in all three phases of the game and shouts out teammate Del'Shawn Phillips for his hard effort.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media following the Week 13 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders. Henley discusses the team's mindset going into the 4th quarter as well as the strength of the backfield.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley talks to the media about facing Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers during Sunday Night Football in Week 10

Linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media following the Week 9 victory over the Tennessee Titans to discuss playing in honor of his brother who passed away on Friday night. He shares the impact the tragedy has had on him and how the Chargers organization has helped him through hardship this season.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley speaks to the media after the Week 8 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Henley discusses the impact of having a healthy edge room, piling the pressure on Carson Wentz, and how the team will build on the win for Week 9.

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media to discuss the upcoming game against the Vikings, how the team will respond after the loss to the Colts, what he sees from Vikings WR Justin Jefferson, and more.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media following the Week 7 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley discusses the team's mentality following the Week 5 matchup against the Washington Commanders.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley speaks with the media ahead of the Week 4 matchup against the New York Giants.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley sacks Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith on fourth down.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley bolts through the offensive line and tackles Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White for a loss of 5 yards.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley secures his first interception of the season off of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith.

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley meets with the media to discuss how he feels coming from where he started to becoming a prominent player on the defense, representing his city while playing for the Chargers, and more.

Quarterback Justin Herbert, wide receivers Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston, linebacker Daiyan Henley, outside linebacker Khalil Mack, and safety Alohi Gilman speak to the media at their postgame press conference following the LA win vs the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley speaks with the media about the team's hard fought Week 1 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Brazil.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley secures Chargers' first sack of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Brazil results in a loss of 8 yards.

Linebacker Daiyan Henley, outside linebacker Khalil Mack, and safety Derwin James Jr. speak to the media in São Paulo during Week 1. Henley, Mack, and James discuss their excitement of starting the new NFL season in Brazil, what makes Head Coach Jim Harbaugh unique, and their goal of getting to the Super Bowl.

Here are 3 Chargers players to keep an eye on Sunday at SoFi Stadium

Here are 3 Chargers players to keep an eye on Sunday at SoFi Stadium

The Chargers linebacker is a first-time captain and is coming off perhaps the most impressive game of his young career

Henley became the first Bolts players to record at least 10 tackles, an interception and a sack in a game since 2000.

The pair of young rising stars will be donning the "C" for the first time in their pro careers

Here is who will wear the "C" for the Chargers this season

The Chargers linebacker said he's been pushing to play all preseason and is excited for Saturday's game against the Rams

The Chargers defense put together a strong performance for the second straight day of training camp

The third-year linebacker has emphasized making plays on the football — with two interceptions to show for it — so far in camp

The Chargers linebacker recorded the first takeaway of training camp after an impromptu film session

While the veteran stars like Khalil Mack continue to lead, younger players like Daiyan Henley and Tuli Tuipulotu will be called upon once again

The third-year linebacker, who led the Chargers in tackles last season, has taken on more of a leadership role this offseason

ESPN's Ben Solak had high expectations for the pair of players with 100 days remaining before the Chargers kick the season off in Brazil

Pro Football Focus' Jonathon Macri tabbed third-year linebacker Daiyan Henley as his pick for the Chargers

Coach NaVorro Bowman said Tuesday that he has high expectations for his group ahead of the 2025 season

The Chargers second-year linebacker led the team with 147 tackles as he cemented himself as one of the NFL's top young players

We chatted with the Chargers linebacker ahead of Thursday's home primetime matchup against the Broncos

The 2023 third-round pick has developed into one of the league's top young linebackers under the tutelage of NaVorro Bowman

"There's a lot of competition there and that's going to continue into training camp. I'm not going to sit here right now and say that there's a stoned depth chart because there's not."

The outside and inside linebacker group are lead by a handful of veterans who care more about team success than personal accolades

Here are five Bolts players to keep an eye on in the final stretch of the 2023 regular season

"To be there down the street from my house, you could imagine how many family members I'm going to have there. There's going to be a lot."

The veteran linebacker will be called upon to tie all three levels of the Chargers defense together in his first season in powder blue

The Chargers Head Coach said this group is "going to be a factor come training camp."

Here's what you need to know about the Bolts third-round selection

Take a look back at the best photos of Daiyan Henley's 2025 campaign. Henley recorded 103 total tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, and 3.5 sacks in the 2025-2026 NFL season.

The Los Angeles Chargers brought flag football to Greece, hosting their first Flag Football Camps and Exhibition Games on Thursday, Feb. 5 and Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. The two-day initiative began at Anatolia College in Northern Greece before continuing in Athens at Deree – The American College of Greece, where students learned and experienced the fast-growing, non-contact version of American football alongside Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley.

In addition to the on-field action, Henley explored Athens, touring historic landmarks including the Acropolis and a local museum, as the Chargers delivered an unforgettable NFL-inspired experience blending sport, education, and culture ahead of flag football's Olympic debut at the LA 2028 Games.

The Chargers Impact Fund brought Bolts Book Club to Baldwin Hills, the former elementary school of LB Daiyan Henley, for a special Scholastic Book Fair and interactive read-along. Henley returned to his alma mater to visit second- and third-grade classrooms, encouraging students to dream big and keep working hard.

Tarheeb Still, Kimani Vidal, and Daiyan Henley attend their first ever gymnastics meet as they watch UCLA women's gymnastics & Olympic gold medalist, Jordan Chiles, take on the Stanford Cardinal at UCLA's Pauley Pavilion. They react to Jordan Chiles' iconic floor routine, and receive a gift from her at the end of the meet.

Take a look back at the best photos of Daiyan Henley's 2024 campaign. Henley recorded 147 total tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 1 interception, and a sack in the 2024-2025 NFL season.

Take a look at the Chargers 2023 Draft Class

Check out some photos of third-round pick Daiyan Henley arriving at Chargers HQ, and more!

Take a look through some photos of the Chargers 2023 third-round Draft pick LB Daiyan Henley, from Washinton State.