Matt Feiler, the Chargers’ recent free-agent acquisition, wasn’t sure which offensive guard spot he’ll mandate this upcoming season.
He might have a better idea Saturday morning after the Chargers announced they agreed to terms with offensive guard Oday Aboushi.
Aboushi, a nine-year veteran, agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Aboushi spent the past two seasons with the Detroit Lions, where he started seven games at right guard last season.
Aboushi, who turns 30 in June, has appeared in 65 career regular-season games, including 42 starts with five NFL teams. He was drafted by the New York Jets in the fifth round of the 2013 draft.
Three of the Chargers’ four free-agent acquisitions this week were interior offensive linemen, including All-Pro center Corey Linsley and Feiler. The team also agreed to terms with tight end Jared Cook.
Feiler told reporters Friday that the Chargers didn’t specify which guard spot he’ll play, but if the team wants consistency for their newcomers, Feiler can patrol the left side because he started 13 games there last year with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Chargers will likely have three new interior offensive linemen in 2021, but it’s not a guarantee that Aboushi will start next to Feiler and Linsley. But the veteran from the University of Virginia will at least provide depth and versatility with starting experience at both guard spots.
The Chargers might add competition for Aboushi during next month’s NFL draft, but they’ll likely prioritize offensive tackle with their No. 13 overall pick. They have a vacancy at left tackle after addressing the interior of the offensive line in free agency.
Right tackle Bryan Bulaga could potentially have four new teammates on the starting offensive line. Dan Feeney, the Chargers’ starting center last year, signed with the New York Jets on Friday. Left tackle Sam Tevi and left guard Forrest Lamp started for the Chargers in 2020, but they’re now free agents searching for new teams.
Trai Turner, last year’s starting right guard, was released this month to clear cap space.
INGRAM TO VISIT CHIEFS
Long-time Chargers pass rusher Melvin Ingram is reportedly visiting with an AFC West rival next week.
Ingram is visiting with the Kansas City Chiefs, according to multiple reports. He’s played the past nine seasons with the Chargers and has 49 career sacks.
The Chargers are thin at edge rusher, but it seems they’re parting ways with their team captain and three-time Pro Bowler.
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