Joe Alt, the Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle, only logged six games last season, a year mostly sidelined by injury. But get this: despite playing only 22 NFL contests in his career, Pro Football Network just dropped their top 100 players list, and Alt still clocked in at No. 92. Yeah, you read that right. Six games. Top 100. That's serious respect right there.
A Pro Bowl Nod on a Sidelined Season? Believe It.
You gotta wonder how a guy missing most of a season still snags a spot on a list like that, right? Well, Alt made his first Pro Bowl appearance in just his second year, 2025, even with all those availability issues. PFN contributor Jacob Infante summed it up perfectly, saying, "Despite only playing in six games in 2025, Joe Alt made his first Pro Bowl appearance in just his second year in the NFL. Though you could argue about the validation of such a nod given his availability issues caused by injury, there’s no denying that Alt is a Pro Bowl-level player when he’s on the field." When this dude is out there, he's electric. He allowed just one sack in those six games last year. One! And he wasn't just holding his own; he climbed from No. 21 to No. 12 among offensive tackles in PFN OL Impact Scoring. That's a massive jump on limited reps.Versatility and the Return of the Dynamic Duo
Alt’s talent isn't just about raw power; it's about his ability to adapt. Infante highlighted it, noting, "After excelling at right tackle in 2024, he seamlessly made the switch over to left tackle in 2025 with Rashawn Slater’s injury. That speaks volumes about his versatility and just how good of a player he is overall." Think about that: switching sides mid-career and still performing at an elite level. That's the mark of a truly special player. Now, heading into this 2026 season, Alt is expected to slide back to right tackle with Slater healthy and ready to roll. The Chargers built their entire offense around protecting Justin Herbert with both Alt and Slater. Having that dynamic duo back in the mix means Los Angeles' offense should be way better than it was last season. If Alt can stay healthy and play at the level everyone expects him to for a full season, you can bet your last dollar he's going to climb even higher on that PFN list next year. The Chargers are looking forward to a fully healthy Joe Alt, and honestly, so is the whole league. Watching him anchor that line all season is going to be something to behold.This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.