Chargers Bolster Offensive Line with Morgan Moses Trade
The Los Angeles Chargers addressed a critical need Tuesday, acquiring veteran offensive tackle Morgan Moses from the New York Jets in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round pick. The move comes after the Chargers lost starting left tackle Trevor Siemian to a season-ending injury,further depleting a unit already struggling to protect quarterback justin Herbert.
The Chargers’ offensive line has been a significant weakness, contributing to Herbert’s early-season struggles and a concerning trend of collapses in key moments – including a damaging wild-card loss to the Rams. While not a long-term solution, Moses provides immediate stability and experience at a position of urgent need, possibly restoring the Chargers’ status as legitimate playoff contenders. A functional offensive line is paramount for Herbert and the Chargers’ talented receiving corps to reach their full potential in the coming months.
The trade for Moses arrives amidst a flurry of activity around the league, including the New Orleans Saints parting ways with offensive tackle Trevor Penning. The Saints have invested heavily in the offensive line in recent years,using three first-round picks in four years,yet have struggled to build a cohesive and effective unit. Despite adding tackles Taliese Fuaga and Ryan Banks, the Saints’ line remains a question mark without a franchise quarterback. Spencer Rattler’s brief stint under center did not yield positive results, and rookie Tyler Shough is still unproven.
New Orleans’ decision to trade Penning, coupled with the earlier deal sending wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to Seattle, signals a potential shift towards a rebuild – a process that hasn’t fully materialized since Drew Brees’ retirement five years ago. while the Saints could have potentially gained more assets by trading additional veteran players, thes moves represent incremental progress.
