The Los Angeles Chargers got some devastating news as it was revealed that star offensive lineman Rashawn Slater was lost for the 2025 season. Slater went down during practice on Thursday and had to be carted off the field.
Chargers’ Rashawn Slater Carted Off Field With Potentially Serious Injury
The scene revolving around Slater described a somber incident, as Slater had to be helped onto a medical cart, while teammates all went to offer their support. Just hours following the news, the Chargers confirmed that he suffered a torn patellar tendon and will miss the entire 2025 season.
Rashawn Slater sustained a torn patellar tendon in today’s practice and will undergo surgery to repair the injury.
He will miss the 2025 season and be placed on Injured Reserve.
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) August 7, 2025
Losing Slater for the 2025 season is horrible, especially considering he just signed a massive extension with the team.
What is Rashawn Slater’s Contract?
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Slater signed a four-year, $114 million contract extension with the organization, which included $92 million in guaranteed money. The contract was signed on July 27.
The $92 million guaranteed in the contract is the most ever given to an offensive lineman. Slater worked his way into a historic play with elite play that includes two Pro Bowl nods and a Second-team All-Pro nod.
Slater was responsible not only for helping to protect quarterback Justin Herbert, but he was also instrumental in helping the run game. The Chargers relied on a run game that wore down opponents in 2024.
What Will the Chargers Do Next?
The Chargers have some solid offensive linemen on the team who may need to move over. With Joe Alt being the premier left tackle, he may move over to right tackle to make up for losing Slater.
Ryan Nelson could be the presumed starting left tackle. Trey Pipkins III might also remain as the team’s starting right tackle, leaving Alt to remain on the left side.
It would be believed that the Chargers would look into signing some veteran backups, as losing Slater is a massive issue that could affect the team down the line.
There are plenty of available free agent offensive linemen that the Chargers could target, or they may wait until teams start trimming their rosters to 53 following the conclusion of training camp, leading to some quality players looking for their next team.
The good news is that Slater has $92 million guaranteed on his contract, so he is good for the future, considering the injury and the tough rehab to make it back. The bad news is the Chargers are now at a massive loss.
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