Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers have opened negotiations on a long-term contract extension.

Herbert became eligible to negotiate and sign a deal at the conclusion of the season.

“Those talks are ongoing,” coach Brandon Staley said at the NFL's annual league meeting. “We’re at the beginning of all that, but all know how we feel about him.”

Herbert is expected to earn an extension worth more than $50 million per season in a quarterback market that is anticipated to be active with Joe Burrow and Jalen Hurts also being eligible to sign extensions.

“Navigating this process, we have a very good relationship with his team,” Staley said. “I’m confident that Justin Herbert is going to be our quarterback for a long time and that we’ll make sure that we get a deal done.”