Chargers declined G/C Zion Johnson’s fifth-year team option for 2026.

02 May 2025

The 2022 first-rounder has mostly struggled at guard, leading the team to opine he could man the pivot in 2025. That was in early March, and meaningful competition wasn’t added in the draft or free agency. It means Johnson is probably getting another chance, but it is likely to be his last one in Los Angeles.