In a shocking turn of events, Los Angeles Chargers starting left tackle Rashawn Slater suffered a torn patellar tendon Thursday and will be sidelined for the season.

Per the Chargers web site , the team shifted standout right tackle Joe Alt to left tackle in practice and inserted Trey Pipkins III at right tackle. But the Chargers — who have Super Bowl aspirations — need depth options for a line that allowed 44 sacks last season (14th most in the NFL). Protecting star QB Justin Herbert is paramount for Los Angeles.

Here are potential options for the Chargers:

Free-agent options

Brandon Scherff: He played guard for the Jacksonville Jaguars the past three seasons after seven outstanding seasons with the Washington Commanders. He isn't the same player he was during his Pro Bowl days (h

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