The Los Angeles Chargers lost their $30 million offseason center Tyler Biadasz to a leg injury during practice when a San Francisco 49ers pass rusher landed on his left leg. Biadasz could not bear weight on the leg and had to be carted off the field. The injury threatens to sideline him for at least the start of the season, continuing the Chargers' recent pattern of offensive line ailments.
Biadasz was signed as a starting center to anchor the offensive line under new coordinator Mike McDaniel's zone-running scheme. His arrival was meant to replace Bradley Bozeman, who has struggled at the position. The injury represents a setback for an offensive line already dealing with years of key contributors missing games due to injuries.
Rookie Jake Slaughter, drafted by the Chargers from Florida, is positioned to fill the role. During joint practice against the 49ers on Aug 18, 2026, Slaughter stepped in at center and earned praise from quarterback Justin Herbert. "He did great, to be able to step in as quickly as he did," Herbert said. "He's got a great feel for the offense, moves quickly. He's a great pass protector."
