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Chargers Face O-Line Blow to Chase First Harbaugh Playoff Win

Chargers must overcome another early blow to O-line in pursuit of 1st playoff win under Jim Harbaugh · livemint.com

The Los Angeles Chargers have won 11 games in each of the last two seasons.

However, they have not yet won a playoff game with coach Jim Harbaugh or quarterback Justin Herbert.

Their offensive line just lost center Tyler Biadasz for the entire season because of a knee injury.

A rookie named Jake Slaughter may now have to play center.

The team also needs its important tackles, Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt, to stay healthy.

Running back Omarion Hampton is expected to lead the rushing attack after an injury-shortened rookie season.

New coordinators Mike McDaniel and Chris O’Leary will run the offense and defense.

The Chargers hope these changes help them reach the playoffs and win there.

Key facts

Record: The Chargers finished 11-6 in each of the past two seasons.
Playoff objective: Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert are seeking their first playoff victory with the Chargers.
Major injury: Center Tyler Biadasz suffered a season-ending knee injury during a joint camp practice.
Replacement candidate: Rookie Jake Slaughter is expected to move to center after initially working at guard.
Offensive focus: The Chargers want to improve their running game and protect Herbert, who faced a league-high total of pressures last season.
Key returnees: Rashawn Slater, Joe Alt and Omarion Hampton are returning after missing significant time last season.
Coaching changes: Mike McDaniel is the offensive coordinator and Chris O’Leary is the defensive coordinator.

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