Chargers news: Rashawn Slater injury, Keenan Allen contract, top OL free agents, more

The Chargers are dealing with the brutal news of losing a pillar of the offensive line. All of that and more in the Chargers news roundup.

Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

It's been a less than ideal start to the weekend for Los Angeles Chargers fans. Injury news has deflated the team before the regular season even begins.

However, not all is lost. There's plenty of news to dissect before the team has their second preseason game on Sunday. Let's get caught up with the Chargers new roundup.

Brutal Loss

Chargers star left tackle Rashawn Slater is out for the season after suffering a torn patellar tendon in practice on Thursday. An absolutely brutal loss for the team.

Allen Contract

According to NFL insiders, the Chargers agreed to a one-year deal worth $8.52 million with Keenan Allen. If you're looking for good news this week, at least a reunion with Allen happened.

Top Replacements

The Chargers need a replacement for Slater, and the options are there on the free agent market. Here are the top replacements the Chargers should go after.

Mega Trade

Jeremy Brener from Bolts From the Blue has the dream that the Chargers could make a potential trade for Micah Parsons.

Doomed

Jason Reed of Bolt Beat believes history has shown us that Slater's injury has all but ended any potential success the Chargers could have this season.

Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater following the win over the Denver Broncos | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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