Chargers center Tyler Biadasz faces long-term recovery after knee injury

Los Angeles Chargers center Tyler Biadasz was carted off during a joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers after sustaining major damage to his ACL and additional injuries to his left knee. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo said the injury is expected to be long-term, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Biadasz will be out indefinitely while seeking second opinions. The sixth-year veteran, who signed with the Chargers after a brief stint with Washington, had been projected to upgrade an offensive line that ranked among the league’s worst last season. His absence could hinder the run game under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and place additional pressure on backup linemen.

The Chargers had recently added second-round pick Jake Slaughter, who had been competing for a guard spot, and may need to shift him back to his college position at left guard if Biadasz’s recovery extends through the season. The injury follows a series of setbacks for the team’s offensive line, raising concerns about depth ahead of the regular-season opener.

"He couldn’t put any weight on his leg and smacked the cart when he sat on it," Garafolo noted, describing the severity of the injury.

Biadasz had played in 31 of 34 possible games since 2024 and posted a Pro Football Focus grade of 70.7 last season, indicating his role as a reliable starter. The Chargers now face the challenge of compensating for the loss of a former Pro Bowler as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.