Chargers franchise left tackle, 2x Pro Bowler protecting Justin Herbert's blindside.
Rashawn Slater has been the Chargers' best offensive lineman since his rookie year. The 2025 season produced his second Pro Bowl as Justin Herbert played behind one of the cleanest pockets of his career. Slater signed a five-year, $114 million extension in August 2024 and is locked in through 2029.
Path to the league
Northwestern product taken 13th overall by the Chargers in 2021. Started 16 games as a rookie. Made first-team All-Pro consideration immediately.
Career highlights
2x Pro Bowl (2021, 2025). 2021 second-team All-Pro. $114M extension (2024). Most sacks allowed below 2 per season in his career (3 of 4 years).
2025-2026 outlook
Anchored the Chargers' line through Jim Harbaugh's second season. Allowed 2 sacks in 17 starts. With Mike McDaniel arriving as OC and the team adding David Njoku to the offense, Slater's blocking versatility unlocks more two-TE personnel without compromising pass protection.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Rashawn Slater
- Pro Football Reference: Rashawn Slater
Player Profile
Background
- Position
- Offensive Tackle
- Group
- offense
- College
- Northwestern
- Hometown
- Sugar Land, TX, USA
- Age
- 27
- Status
- active
