The Chargers are on the rise at their organized team activities, and one thing that has drawn attention is the offensive line, particularly the left side.
In an interview after practice on Wednesday, a reporter asked about the strength of his front five, and offensive coordinator Kellen Moore wasted no time in telling the media about the unit’s potential.
I think we’re building this left side that is going to have some tremendous strength behind it. Those guys’ ability to use strengths — the right side, as well — to kind of solidify these positions, to get these guys working together. I think that’s one of the biggest things with offensive line is that it’s five guys that have to be in sync. The more those guys spend time together, I think, is critical. We’re really excited about the way it’s laying out.
Star left tackle Rashawn Slater is back after missing nearly the entire 2022 season with a torn biceps.
“I love it. I’m so excited to be back,” Slater said. “I feel like we’ve all — it’s a young group, but now we had last year, especially with Zion and Jamaree.”
Slater had a dominant rookie season en route to being named to the Pro Bowl and earning Second-Team All-Pro honors.
After playing next to Matt Feiler in his first season, Slater will play next to second-year Zion Johnson, who is making the switch from right guard to left guard.
Johnson, the 2022 first-round pick, experienced some growing pains but he still flashed dominance, especially as a run blocker.
With the guys up front, the Chargers’ coaching staff won’t be content with anything short of excellence from the team’s offensive line in 2023. And if Moore’s comments are any indication, fans should be optimistic about this group’s trajectory.