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Los Angeles Chargers 2026 Offseason Cut Candidates: Mekhi Becton, Bradley Bozeman, and Others

[HPP] Justin HerbertFebruary 16, 20269 min
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Chargers' 2026 Offseason Strategy

  • πŸ’‘ The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to improve their roster for the 2026 NFL season by cutting players who are not living up to their contracts.
  • 🎯 The goal is to ensure the team continues to progress forward and reaches its potential.

Punter JK Scott Under Scrutiny

  • 🏈 JK Scott is considered an average punter, but his salary is high for his performance level.
  • πŸ’° Cutting Scott would allow the Chargers to save nearly $3 million, which could be reallocated elsewhere.
  • 🌱 The team could pursue a cheaper and younger punter through the NFL Draft to better fit their needs.

Bradley Bozeman's Poor Performance at Center

  • ⚠️ Center Bradley Bozeman's production was described as terrible in 2024, despite his high availability for Justin Herbert.
  • πŸ› οΈ The interior of the offensive line was deemed "horrific," with Bozeman leading that unit.
  • πŸ’Έ Releasing Bozeman would result in $5.8 million in salary savings, enabling the Chargers to target better centers in free agency.

Tight End Will Dissly's Limited Impact

  • πŸ“‰ Will Dissly's 2025 season was "less than advertised," with a lack of significant catches or big plays.
  • 🏈 While known for his blocking skills, his overall contribution is not considered worth his current monetary value in today's NFL.
  • πŸ’° Cutting Dissly would save $4 million, funds that could be used to improve the tight end room or further strengthen the offensive line.

Mekhi Becton's Disappointing Tenure

  • ⚑ Mekhi Becton was a "big swing" to bolster the offensive line, but his performance this year was not good.
  • πŸ“ His contract was structured as a two-year deal with an out after one season due to the inherent risks associated with his health and past performance.
  • πŸ’° Releasing Becton would free up a significant $9.7 million, providing crucial cap space for other roster improvements.
  • βœ… The speaker believes Becton does not fit the offensive scheme and should be removed to better protect quarterback Justin Herbert.
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