Los Angeles Chargers fans, unfortunately, have become accustomed to season-defining injuries. It’s only August 7th, and the team may have just suffered its first one.
During practice, star left tackle Rashawn Slater was carted off the field after suffering an apparent leg injury.
Cart is out. Appears to be a left leg issue. He’s being carted inside. Teammates all coming up to hug him. https://t.co/WuH7agLRs4
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) August 7, 2025
***Update
Rashawn Slater tore his patellar tendon during practice. He will undergo surgery and miss the entire 2025 season. The Chargers have placed him on IR.
Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Suffers Injury In Practice
According to Daniel Popper of The Athletic, Slater dropped into pass protection during a modified 11-on-11 period. A player, not identified, appeared to fall into his left leg, causing Slater to go down.
Trainers came out, and a cart almost immediately followed, bringing him inside The Bolt. He could not put any weight on his left leg.
This would be a horrible turn of events for Slater and the Chargers. Just a week ago, the franchise made Slater the highest-paid offensive lineman in the history of the league. He signed a four-year, $114 million deal with $92 million in guarantees.
If the injury is serious, Trey Pipkins III will likely become the team’s starting left tackle.
This story will be updated as more information comes out.