Chargers to start four rookies on offensive line

Veteran tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt are out.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Chargers QB Justin Herbert has gone six straight games without having more touchdown passes than interceptions. And ther Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The Los Angeles Chargers are expected to start four rookies on the offensive line today. Veteran tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt are out for the scheduled game against the Denver Broncos.

Why it matters: The reshuffled front creates a difficult situation for quarterback Justin Herbert. Herbert has gone six consecutive games without throwing more touchdowns than interceptions. The 1-6 Chargers bring a six-game losing streak into the contest.

By the numbers: The Chargers average 18.4 points per game this season while allowing 24.9. Los Angeles enters the matchup as against the 4-3 Broncos.

What to watch: Watch how Herbert navigates the pass rush behind an inexperienced line as the Chargers attempt to snap their losing skid.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-10-11T12:06:18.502354+00:00

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