The battle for the right to backup quarterback Justin Herbert just might be drawing to a close. Journeyman Trey Lance is playing exceptionally well, while Taylor Heinicke is not doing anything positive with his opportunities.

The Los Angeles Chargers were dealt a tough injury blow with the loss of Rashawn Slater who was placed on season-ending IR this weekend. Slater, a two-time Pro Bowler at left tackle, had to be carted off the field at Thursday's practice with a torn patellar tendon — forcing last year's first-round

Joe Alt will shift from right tackle to left tackle for the upcoming season, acting as quarterback Justin Herbert’s blindside protector. Trey Pipkins III will slot into Alt’s spot at right