Chargers assess left guard competition during OTAs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:44 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
At OTAs, Chargers offensive line coach Butch Barry discussed the competition for the left guard position, highlighting veteran Kayode Awosika and rookie Jake Slaughter. Awosika has primarily taken first-team reps, while Slaughter is developing at both guard and center. Barry praised both players for their performances and noted that Trevor Penning is cross-training at both guard spots. The competition continues as minicamp and training camp approach, with the final starting offensive line spot still up for grabs.
- •Kayode Awosika leads first-team reps at left guard.
- •Rookie Jake Slaughter also competes, developing at guard and center.
- •Trevor Penning is cross-training at left and right guard.
- •Minicamp and training camp will further clarify depth chart.
- •Butch Barry emphasizes competition among all players.
- 9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers offensive line coach speaks on left guard competition at OTAs
"Butch Barry broke down the Chargers left guard battle, praising veteran Kayode Awosika and rookie Jake Slaughter as both impressed during OTAs.
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