Retired NFL quarterback Chase Daniel provided a sobering glimpse into the magnitude of the Southern California wildfires impacting areas like Pacific Palisades and Malibu. He shared an aerial photo on X (formerly Twitter), revealing the widespread devastation from his vantage point while traveling near the affected region.
Daniel, who played for various NFL teams including the Saints, Chiefs, Eagles, Bears, Lions, and Chargers from 2010 to 2022, expressed his concern, stating the fires were "much worse than people think." He noted his workplace is approximately six miles from the affected area.
The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that the wildfires remain uncontained, with injuries to both firefighters and civilians. Several fires have erupted across the Los Angeles area, displacing thousands from their homes. These incidents began near a nature preserve northeast of Los Angeles, in Pacific Palisades, and in the San Fernando Valley.
Daniel, now a sports analyst for FOX Sports' "The Facility," threw for 1,746 yards and nine touchdowns during his NFL career, primarily serving as a backup quarterback. A standout player at the University of Missouri, he started in five of his 74 NFL game appearances.
