ESPN analyst gives Los Angeles Chargers fans an important hint about their potential first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft
Jim Harbaugh is always a tough cookie to crack. You never know what he's truly thinking, even after years between college football and the NFL. For this year's NFL Draft, his Los Angeles Chargers need to make the most of their selections to bolster the roster around Justin Herbert. On both sides of the ball, […]
Jim Harbaugh is always a tough cookie to crack. You never know what he's truly thinking, even after years between college football and the NFL. For this year's NFL Draft, his Los Angeles Chargers need to make the most of their selections to bolster the roster around Justin Herbert.
On both sides of the ball, LA has notable needs. They could use interior line depth on offense and defense. At least one impact pass catcher must be added in the rookie class. Running back, cornerback, and pass rusher are all on the table as well.
Chargers' plan for early in 2025 NFL Draft
Jordan Reid of ESPN dropped a hint about which position the Chargers may pick early in this year's draft under HC Jim Harbaugh and GM Joe Hortiz. They may address the defense before the offense, even if mock drafts normally don't project that too often.
The trenches have always been an emphasis for Chargers GM Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh, and sources expect this draft to be no different.
"Knowing Joe and his days with the Ravens, they were always strong up the middle, so I think they'll go best available defensive line," said a highly ranked NFC executive. Defensive tackles Kenneth Grant (Michigan) and Tyleik Williams(Ohio State) could be in play for them in Round 1 or Round 2, respectively. Both are consistent run defenders who fit what the Chargers want.
— Reid via ESPN
I think this does make some sense. As long as the Chargers do address either tight end or wide receiver (or both) on day two of the draft, improving their defensive line in round one could be smart in the long-term.
During his prior time in San Francisco, Harbaugh always valued trench play. He doe snot want to get beat up front, and that showed during his CFB coaching days at Michigan as well. Winning upfront is important.
As far as this class, the wide receiver class does seem to have a handful of legitimate day two talents, without the top-flight, "safe" options for round one, outside of Travis Hunter. Waiting until after night one to help out Herbert may be their smartest route.
Not to mention, it is an incredibly deep running back class. After signing Najee Harris as a veteran option, I don't think taking an RB in round one should be on LA's radar too much, considering their other important needs.
The Chargers didn't win in the trenches nearly enough last season when they played solid or better competition. I'm interested to see how they navigate the early rounds of the draft, and Reid's tidbit may be a great look into their plan.
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