As the Los Angeles Chargers enter Week 5 of the NFL season, both injuries and poor play by their offensive line have severely limited their ceiling.
Yet with the news that Mekhi Becton practiced fully today, taking off his yellow non-contact jersey, it remains a real possibility that he could be ready for their matchup against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, providing a massive boon to what could otherwise be a dismal week for the Chargers.
Mekhi Becton (concussion) is out of his yellow non-contact jersey at today’s #Chargers practice.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) October 3, 2025
The offensive line's success hinges on Mekhi Becton's availability in Week 5
As the season has worn on, the singular-most salient wart across the Chargers' roster has been their offensive line.