Los Angeles Chargers fans have been asking one big question ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft: will the team finally fortify the offensive line to protect star quarterback Justin Herbert? General Manager Joe Hortiz has now delivered a clear and promising answer.

"We're not done adding on the offensive line. I can promise that," Hortiz stated emphatically.

This commitment comes after an active free agency period where the Chargers, armed with significant cap space, made center Tyler Biadasz their marquee signing on a three-year, $30 million deal to replace the retired Bradley Bozeman. They also added guard Cole Strange and retained some depth pieces. However, the memory of a line that struggled to keep Herbert upright in 2025 lingers, making further investment a clear priority.

The real intrigue now is *how* they will add. Holding the No. 22 overall pick, the Chargers are in a prime position to select a day-one starter. All eyes are on top guard prospects like Penn State's Vega Ioane or Texas A&M's Chase Bisontis, who has been climbing draft boards. If the board doesn't fall their way in the first round, a deep class of offensive linemen means high-end talent will still be available on Day 2.

One thing is certain: when the Chargers are on the clock next week, bolstering the trenches to build a fortress around their franchise quarterback will be a central part of the strategy. The protection of Herbert is paramount, and the draft is the next critical step in that mission.