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Chargers Sign Rashawn Slater to Record Four-Year, $114 Million Extension

The four-year, $114 million deal features $92 million guaranteed, securing his place on the Chargers’ roster through the 2029 season as the NFL’s highest-paid offensive lineman.

Feb 1, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Los Angeles Chargers tackle Rashawn Slater (70) during AFC Practice for the Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Negotiations that resumed after the Chargers exercised Slater’s fifth-year option carried through OTAs and minicamp before concluding with his official signing on July 27.
  • The pact’s average annual value of $28.5 million surpasses previous benchmarks set by Penei Sewell and Tristan Wirfs.
  • Slater’s contract includes $92 million guaranteed and binds the two-time Pro Bowler to Los Angeles through the 2029 season.
  • A durable left tackle since entering the league in 2021, Slater posted a 90.9 PFF grade in 2024 and has started all eligible games apart from a 2022 biceps injury.
  • After recovering from a minor blister, Slater has returned to practice and will anchor Jim Harbaugh’s ground-oriented offensive line.