The Chargers stayed patient with Troutman for the last three years, allowing him every opportunity to prove himself a capable starter, but the former fifth-round pick shows no signs of improving. According to Pro Football Focus, he was the lowest-graded right guard in football last season.
The front office has already gotten to work on bolstering the offensive line with the re-signing of left tackle King Dunlap and the recent acquisition of ex-Denver Broncos guard Orlando Franklin. According to Michael Gehlken of U-T San Diego, the arrival of Franklin on a five-year, $36 million deal triggered the release of Chad Rinehart, who started all 16 games at left guard for San Diego in 2014.
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