Big news on the injury front for the Chargers’ second report of Week 3, and it’s a mixed bag! Left tackle Rashawn Slater, who was limited Wednesday with a groin injury, was a full participant on Thursday. That’s huge for the offensive line!
O-Line Sees Relief, But Other Gaps Remain
Right guard Cole Strange, also limited Wednesday with a pectoral injury, got upgraded to full participation on Thursday too. That’s a double dose of good news for the offensive line. But don’t pop the champagne just yet. Kayode Awosika and Dalvin Tomlinson were both DNPs, just like everyone thought. Coach Jim Harbaugh said they’d miss “some time” after the Raiders game, expecting at least 1-2 games since they aren’t on IR with David Njoku. With Trey Pipkins still out with a knee injury, Trevor Penning looks like he’s in the running to start at left guard this week.
Shelley’s Status Takes a Nosedive for Buffalo Showdown
Here’s the kicker: cornerback Rodney Shelley saw his status go the wrong way. He was limited Wednesday with a hamstring injury but then turned in a DNP on Thursday. That’s a major setback for the secondary heading into their Week 3 game at Buffalo. It’s going to be a tough test for who steps up.
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Originally reported by Bolts from the Blue.
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