The Los Angeles Chargers were desperate to add depth at offensive tackle as the trade deadline approached. The team has already been without Rashawn Slater and recently lost Joe Alt for the rest of the season, making the need for reinforcements even more urgent.

In the final minutes before the NFL’s 4 PM trade deadline, the Chargers managed to secure a new player to bolster their offensive line. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Chargers are trading for offensive lineman Trevor Penning from the New Orleans Saints.

Penning was selected by the Saints with the 19th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. He is currently in the final year of his rookie contract, which suggests that this move is likely a half-season rental for the Chargers as they look to strengthen their roster.

More updates on this story will be provided as additional information becomes available.
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