Chargers’ Rashawn Slater dealing with high ankle sprain, could be placed on IR

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh announced Monday that left tackle Rashawn Slater suffered a high ankle sprain during Sunday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Harbaugh confirmed Slater is a candidate for injured reserve as the team deals with several critical injuries following their 30-23 defeat.

Additional updates revealed right tackle Joe Alt is undergoing evaluations for a neck injury, while offensive lineman Trevor Penning entered concussion protocol. Safety Derwin James Jr. and cornerback Donte Jackson are both week-to-week with hamstring injuries as the 0-4 Chargers prepare to host the Denver Broncos.