Here it is! My final seven-round mock draft for the Chargers, with my prediction of who they’ll take with each of their picks.
Let’s dive in!
Round 1, No. 17, WR Chris Olave, Ohio State
The Chargers have set themselves up to go a variety of ways with their first pick. While protecting Justin Herbert may be a higher priority, it’s hard for the team to surpass the one element they have been missing: speed. Olave’s 4.39-long speed would perfectly complement Mike Williams and Keenan Allen as general manager Tom Telesco and head coach Brandon Staley look to get the most out of Herbert’s rookie contract.
Round 3, No. 79, OL Cole Strange, Chattanooga
The Chargers need to reshape the right side of the offensive line. While they could take a right tackle here, Matt Feiler is a candidate to be moved to that spot, considering he played there during his time with the Steelers. Strange does a solid job setting short anchors, is sound with his body control and lower-half footwork to mirror, shows the awareness to pick up blitzes/stunts, and has the temperament to finish in the run game. He would plugin at one of the guard spots, with the ability to take over as the starting center when Corey Linsley’s time with Los Angeles comes to an end.
Round 4, No. 123, CB Alontae Taylor, Tennessee
The Chargers added the top-tier talent of J.C. Jackson to start alongside Michael Davis and Asante Samuel Jr. Still, with an ever-revolving secondary, the team needs playmakers behind them. Taylor has the speed, physicality, and cover skills to make an impact at the next level and the overall skill set to be a contributor on special teams. Further, there is also some familiarity as Taylor played under defensive backs coach Derrick Ansley in 2019 & 2020, which is when he was the Volunteer’s defensive coordinator.
Round 5, No. 160, DT Eric Johnson, Missouri State
The Chargers upgraded the interior part of the defensive line with the additions of Sebastian Joseph-Day and Austin…
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