Jim Harbaugh confirms Kayode Awosika as Chargers' left guard starter for Week 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh has named Kayode Awosika the starting left guard for their Week 2 matchup against the Raiders. This decision comes after rotating Awosika and Trey Pipkins III in Week 1, where Awosika reportedly excelled in pass protection but both players struggled with penalties. Pipkins has been ruled out for the game due to a knee injury, prompting the shift to Awosika. Harbaugh expressed dissatisfaction with the offensive line's performance in Week 1 and is looking for improvement during the upcoming game.
- •Kayode Awosika starts at left guard in Week 2 against the Raiders.
- •Trey Pipkins III has been ruled out due to a knee injury.
- •Awosika had a strong pass-blocking grade of 85.1 in Week 1.
- •Harbaugh criticized the offensive line's performance in the opener.
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers' Jim Harbaugh reveals plans for left guard in Week 2
"Jim Harbaugh has a clear plan for the left guard spot heading into Week 2 against the Raiders.
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