NFL analyst Colin Cowherd believes the Chargers will spend big money in free agency to improve their offensive line.
“I think the Chargers are going to feel like a Super Bowl team in September. Upgraded OC, both their tackles back, tons of cap space, and I think they’re going to spend it on offense to protect Justin Herbert as they should,” Cowherd said. “The defense may not be as good without Jesse Minter, it’ll be fine. But I think they’re going to look like a different team offensively next year.”
The Chargers’ biggest weakness last season was the offensive line, as quarterback Justin Herbert was under pressure more than 43% of the time. In particular, the interior should undergo some remodeling. Zion Johnson is a pending free agent, and Bradley Bozeman and Zion Johnson are potential cut candidates.
Have the Chargers Been Linked to Any Offensive Lineman in Free Agency?
The Chargers are looking to improve on the interior and the team has been linked to unrestricted free agent center Tyler Linderbaum and guard David Edwards, among others.
With Mike McDaniel running the offense, Linderbaum would make a good anchor to the line in 2026. Linderbaum has earned above a 78.0 PFF run-blocking grade in each season, emerging as one of the NFL’s premier run blockers. Edwards, on the other hand, proved to be one of the better pass-protecting guards this past season.
This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: What position will Chargers spend on in FA? NFL analyst sounds off
Reporting by Valentina Martinez, Chargers Wire / Chargers Wire
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