Chargers defensive line ranked 23rd in PFF preseason rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:40 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Pro Football Focus ranks the Los Angeles Chargers' defensive line 23rd ahead of the 2026 season. While edge rushers Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu are expected to perform well, concerns linger about the interior line's effectiveness. Teair Tart is noted as the only starter with a PFF grade above 65.0 from last season, highlighting significant weaknesses. Tart’s expanded role in 2026 could impact the team's defensive strategy, while new addition Dalvin Tomlinson aims for a rebound season. Jamaree Caldwell will also seek to improve after a promising rookie year.
- •PFF ranks Chargers' defensive line 23rd heading into 2026.
- •Khalil Mack earned 80.7 in run-defense grade last season.
- •Teair Tart is the only starter above a 65.0 PFF grade last year.
- •Dalvin Tomlinson looks to bounce back in his first season with the Chargers.
- •Jamaree Caldwell aims to build on a strong rookie season.
- 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers' defensive line lands in bottom half of latest PFF rankings
"PFF identifies a clear weakness that is the Chargers' defensive line.
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