The Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive line has been the biggest talking point of the team’s last few seasons. Whether it was Justin Herbert getting hurt in 2023 or 2024, seeing poor Bradley Bozeman play, or 2025 seeing all five spots being beaten by any defensive line that chooses to play football that day. Bolt fans have been clamoring for a change.
A change has come, with more hopefully to happen, considering that change does not always mean improvement. In a previous article discussing where the Chargers need to find a rookie to start over a veteran, I mention currently slotted LG, Trevor Penning, as the most obvious replacement candidate.
Obvious Hole on Roster Yields Look for Rookie Replacements
“The most obvious veteran the Chargers could (need to) uproot is Trevor Penning. Penning, a former first-round selection, was just re-signed by the Bolts to a contract that has him paid as a high-end backup.
His play on the field is wildly inconsistent, with his flashes showing aggression and athleticism, and his down moments being poor pass protection and a lack of situational awareness. The former New Orleans Saint is currently slotted to start for the Chargers in 2026, with his spot likely to be the easiest spot to upgrade from on the entire roster.