Rashawn Slater, a former first-round draft pick and one of the leaders on the Chargers offensive line, is staying in L.A. for the long haul.
Slater has agreed to a four-year, $114-million contract extension, according to a person with knowledge of the situation not authorized to speak publicly, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history.
Slater, a two-time Pro Bowl selection and a second-team All-Pro in 2021, will be paid out $92 million guaranteed, ESPN and NFL Media reported.
Working as Justin Herbert’s blindside protector, Slater started every game last season and played a valuable role in helping the Chargers set a franchise record for the fewest offensive turnovers (eight) in a season. He finished last season with the second-best overall grade and the third-best pass-blocking grade at offensive tackle, per Pro Football Focus.
Slater’s tireless efforts certainly won over Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh, who has Slater in his exclusive “Elite Nine” club on the team that includes stars Khalil Mack, Derwin James Jr. and Herbert, among others.
“Speaking on behalf of everyone in the organization, fully support Rashawn and what he’s trying to accomplish for himself and his family,” said Harbaugh last month about Slater’s push for a contract extension. “We’re all in support.”
Times staff writers Sam Farmer and Thuc Nhi Nguyen contributed to this report.
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