Rashawn Slater
Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson celebrates being selected by the Detroit Lions as the second pick in the NFL football draft Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher )
Breaking down players selected in 1st round of NFL draft

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 28, 2022 08:54 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
COVID-19 issues complicate NFL games and Pro Picks choices

By Barry Wilner Dec. 15, 2021 12:50 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) celebrates his touchdown with teammate wide receiver Josh Palmer (5) during the second half of an NFL football game against Washington Football Team, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. Chargers won 20-16. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Chargers find a way to rally, close out in Staley's debut

By Joe Reedy Sep. 13, 2021 06:41 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater looks over during NFL football practice in Costa Mesa, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Familiar foe: Chargers' rookie Slater faces Young in debut

By Joe Reedy Sep. 10, 2021 02:07 AM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterbacks, Justin Herbert, left, and Easton Stick practice as the Chargers and the San Francisco 49ers hold a joint NFL football team practice in Costa Mesa, Calif., Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
Herbert, new coach Staley look to get Chargers back on track

By Joe Reedy Sep. 01, 2021 03:44 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Chase Daniel (7) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
Chargers edge Rams 13-6 in SoFi's first game with fans

By Greg Beacham Aug. 15, 2021 12:56 AM EDT

Northwestern tackle Rashawn Slater greets fans after he was chosen by the Los Angeles Chargers with the 13th pick in the NFL football draft Thursday April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Chargers continue rebuilding offensive line through draft

By Joe Reedy May. 01, 2021 08:15 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans cheer after Tampa Bay picked Kyle Trask, from Florida, in the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 30, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
The Latest: Broncos end 3rd round with Ohio State's Browning

By The Associated Press Apr. 30, 2021 05:47 PM EDT

File-This Oct. 18, 2019, file photo shows Ohio State defensive end, Chase Young, left, engaging Northwestern offensive lineman Rashawn Slater during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill. Caleb Farley of Virginia Tech was the first top prospect to make the decision that has added a whole new layer of uncertainty to the annual crapshoot that is the NFL draft. Farley had plenty of players follow his lead, including several others set to be high draft picks next week like LSU receiver Chase, Oregon tackle Penei Sewell, Northwestern tackle Slater, and Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons.(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Chargers address offensive line by taking OT Rashawn Slater

By Joe Reedy Apr. 29, 2021 10:33 PM EDT

LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase adjusts his glasses as he appears on the Red Carpet at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame before the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer, Pool)
Bengals take LSU receiver Chase with fifth overall pick

By Mitch Stacy Apr. 29, 2021 09:05 PM EDT

FILE - Florida wide receiver Kadarius Toney (1) sets up for a play during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas in Gainesville, Fla., in this Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, file photo. Toney is a possible first round pick in the NFL Draft, April 29-May 1, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
The Latest: SEC, Alabama dominate first round of NFL draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 29, 2021 06:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) carries the ball in for a touchdown after a reception in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn in Auburn, Ala. The New York Giants spent the two months leading up to the draft in a somewhat unexpected dip into the free agency market that filled holes at wide receiver and cornerback, and narrowed their positional needs. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Despite free agent pickups, Giants have lots of draft needs

By Tom Canavan Apr. 23, 2021 03:52 PM EDT

File-This Oct. 18, 2019, file photo shows Ohio State defensive end, Chase Young, left, engaging Northwestern offensive lineman Rashawn Slater during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill. Caleb Farley of Virginia Tech was the first top prospect to make the decision that has added a whole new layer of uncertainty to the annual crapshoot that is the NFL draft. Farley had plenty of players follow his lead, including several others set to be high draft picks next week like LSU receiver Chase, Oregon tackle Penei Sewell, Northwestern tackle Slater, and Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons.(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Opt-out decisions throw wrench into NFL draft options

By Josh Dubow Apr. 21, 2021 12:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 file photo, North Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance (5) winds up to throw during the first half of the FCS championship NCAA college football game against James Madison in Frisco, Texas. The NFL announced last month that some of the top prospects were being invited to Cleveland. The league is hoping to incorporate some of the city’s best-known locations along Lake Erie: FirstEnergy Stadium, home of the Browns; and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde, File)
Canceled combine a bummer but invite still a golden ticket

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 20, 2021 03:07 PM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew II (15) scrambles away from Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (98) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
On Football: Looking toward April and the NFL draft

By Barry Wilner Dec. 18, 2020 11:50 AM EST