Chargers rookie LT Rashawn Slater placed on COVID-19 list

The Chargers will be without a key piece of their offense for their upcoming Thursday night game against the Chiefs. Left tackle Rashawn Slater has been placed on the reserve/Covid-19 list, per the Athletic’s Daniel Popper. 

The 13th overall pick in the 2021 draft, Slater has helped stabilize the Chargers’ offensive line – something that was sorely needed given its performance last year. He has appeared in every game so far this season and graded out well according to PFF, earning a 79.9 overall grade.

Coming off their 37-21 win over the Giants on Sunday, the Chargers will hope to have Keenan Allen back in time on a short week. At 8-5, they only sit one game behind the division-leading Chiefs and need a win to further cement their hold on at least a wild-card position.