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Chargers RT Joe Alt did not practice Wednesday, not expected to play Sunday

The Los Angeles Chargers' offensive line took a major hit ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Denver Broncos, with right tackle Joe Alt sidelined after a late-first-half neck injury. Alt, who did not participate in Wednesday’s practice, is expected to miss the game entirely, though the team has no plans to place him on injured reserve.

His absence follows a string of other key absences, including left tackle Rashawn Slater (ankle) and offensive lineman Trevor Penning (concussion), while multiple other starters—such as safety Derwin James, cornerback Donte Jackson, and outside linebacker Khalil Mack—either sat out or practiced with limitations due to injuries or rest. The Chargers’ depth chart is further strained by additional restricted participants, including quarterback Trey Lance (groin) and defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson (hamstring), raising concerns about the unit’s ability to maintain its usual dominance up front.

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