Los Angeles Chargers face key position battles after preseason week 1
Bleacher Report • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers are navigating crucial position battles as they enter the second week of preseason play. Among the most competitive is the left guard role, with five candidates vying for the starting spot. The ongoing training camp has heightened these battles, significant for the team's depth and performance. As preseason progresses, roster decisions will begin to take shape based on player evaluations.
- •Chargers are assessing five candidates for left guard.
- •Preseason play and training camp highlight these battles.
- •Performance evaluations will shape roster decisions.
- 12:47 PMBleacher Report — Predicting Winners of NFL's Biggest Position Battles After Preseason Week 1 - bleacherreport.com
"Position battles are always one of the top draws of any NFL offseason. That remains the case in 2026, as there are still a slew of high-profile roles still up for grabs after several weeks of training camp and the start of preseason play.
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