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Chargers provide Rashawn Slater major injury update ahead of Broncos clash

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Martinez, V. (2026, October 9). Chargers provide Rashawn Slater major injury update ahead of Broncos clash. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/09/sports/chargers-rashawn-slater-injury-update-broncos/

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Rashawn Slater, the Chargers' Pro Bowl offensive tackle, had successful ankle surgery and will be placed on injured reserve following a high-ankle sprain sustained in Week 4. With an already struggling 0-4 record, the team faces another challenge as they prepare to play against their divisional rival, the Broncos, who have appointed Sean Payton to call offensive plays for the first time this season, likely boosting Denver’s performance. The Chargers are dealing with difficulties implementing Mike McDaniel's new offensive scheme and face a tough game without Slater's key contributions.

Written by AI on 2026-10-09, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater underwent successful ankle surgery following an injury sustained in Week 4 against the Seahawks. The Pro Bowler will be placed on injured reserve and begin rehabilitating his high-ankle sprain. With Slater out, the Chargers face their divisional rival, the Denver Broncos, without one of their key players as they prepare for a tough matchup against Denver's strong defense. The team is currently 0-4 heading into Week 5. Additionally, Broncos coach Sean Payton will call offensive plays for the first time this season, potentially boosting Denver’s performance. Meanwhile, despite some struggles on offense and under new head coach Mike McDaniel, the Chargers' defense has shown promise under coordinator Chris O’Leary.

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Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater underwent successful ankle surgery. asserted

Slater → undergo → surgery

The Pro Bowler had a tight-rope procedure done with the purpose of accelerating his return from a high-ankle sprain. asserted

procedure → have → sprain

Slater, who sustained the ankle injury in Week 4 against the Seahawks, will be placed on injured reserve and begin rehabbing. asserted

who → sustain → reserve

The Chargers are staring at an 0-5 record as the team prepares to face the Broncos, a divisional rival, without their top offensive tackle. asserted

team → star → tackle

The slumping squad has gone winless through four weeks of the season and is in jeopardy of continuing the losing streak against a top defense in Denver. asserted

squad → slump → Denver

Additionally, Broncos coach Sean Payton has decided to call offensive plays for the first time this season, which will likely improve Denver’s performance. asserted

which → decide → performance

The Chargers have yet to find a rhythm on offense as Mike McDaniel’s scheme appears to be tougher to grasp than many expected. asserted

many → have → offense

Quarterback Justin Herbert looks uncomfortable in the new-look offense and has few weapons to rely on. asserted

Herbert → look → weapons

The Chargers’ defense has performed surprisingly well under new coordinator Chris O’Leary after a worrisome season opener against the Cardinals. asserted

defense → perform → Cardinals

But overall, the entire team looks discombobulated, and Week 5 will be another chance for the Chargers to get their first win of the season. asserted

Chargers → look → season

The Chargers will have to make do without Slater, though. asserted

Chargers → have → Slater

Chargers provide Rashawn Slater major injury update ahead of Broncos clash

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