NFL analyst suggests Chargers should sign this interior offensive lineman

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The Chargers upgraded the interior part of the offensive line with the signing of Mekhi Becton, who is projected to start at left guard. However, the other two spots leave much to be desired.

Bradley Bozeman, Zion Johnson, and Andre James are expected to compete for the starting center job, and the left guard spot remains a question mark if Johnson happens to come out on top.

Should that come to fruition, they could bolster the left guard spot with someone proven at the position. Sports Illustrated's Gilbert Manzano suggests Los Angeles should consider signing Brandon Scherff.

The Chargers prioritized adding more weapons for Justin Herbert in the draft. By doing that, they neglected the remaining holes on the interior of the offensive line. Los Angeles has a strong trio with newcomer right guard Mekhi Becton and bookend tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt. However, the team needs a left guard, especially if Zion Johnson moves to center to replace Bradley Bozeman. Scherff, who’s entering his age-34 season, is more than capable of filling in at guard for one season. The 10-year veteran has 140 career starts and never missed a game in his three seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Scherff is a seasoned veteran, having been in the league for ten seasons, with half of them resulting in Pro Bowl appearances. The 33-year-old has not missed a start in the past three seasons, showing the ability to stay healthy after dealing with injuries during his final years with the Washington Commanders.

Scherff has consistently been an excellent pass blocker. This past season, he didn't allow a single sack on 625 pass-blocking snaps. While he hasn't been at his best, Scherff has proven to be capable of getting it done as a run blocker.

Scherff would not cost that much, either. Pro Football Focus projects a one-year deal worth approximately $6 million.

This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: Chargers should consider signing 10-year interior offensive lineman

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