In 2023, the offensive tackle rebounded from a missed year due to injury by starting all 17 games. Pro Football Focus rated him with an impressive 84.7 pass-blocking grade, ranking him fourth among players with at least 500 snaps. This was the highest grade of his career. According to Pete Prisco, the eighth-ranked offensive tackle has the potential to improve further under Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh’s guidance.
Slater’s strength lies in pass protection, which is crucial for quarterback Justin Herbert. While he should focus on improving his run game performance, Prisco believes that this growth will be facilitated by Harbaugh’s coaching. Another player who made it to the list of Top 100 was Khalil Mack, who was not included in the prior year’s ranking. Mack secured the 79th spot overall and ranked third among outside linebackers after a standout 17.0-sack season in his tenth year.
During the 2023 season, Mack achieved numerous accolades, including tying the Chargers’ single-season sack record and reaching a career-high in sacks. Despite entering his eleventh year, Mack has proven that he remains one of the top players in the league in causing disruptions on the field. Although there have been recent dips in his sack numbers, Mack recorded a career-best 17 sacks in 2023. At age 33, concerns about his age are starting to emerge, but he continues to be a force on defense. To see Pete Prisco’s complete Top 100 list, follow the link provided.[/
