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Chargers send shockwaves through fanbase with Omarion Hampton selection

After weeks of speculation with no real favorite, LA Chargers fans finally have their answer. With the No. 22 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Chargers officially selected UNC running back Omarion Hampton.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolts From The Blue / April 24

Chargers NFL Draft 2025: Los Angeles selects Omarion Hampton, RB, UNC at No. 22

The Chargers used up the entire allotted time to make the pick, and it was worth the wait. With the 22nd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Chargers have selected Omarion Hampton, the running back out of UNC.

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Chargers draft Omarion Hampton at No. 22

The second running back has come off the board. North Carolina’s Omarion Hampton has been selected 22nd overall by the Chargers. Hampton will join a new-look RB corps for the Chargers.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers all-time best picks in each round of the NFL draft

This piece comes with a disclaimer or sorts, albeit for not every team in the league. The Los Angeles Chargers were one of the eight charter members of the American Football League in 1960.

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Giants trade up to No. 25 pick and select QB Jaxson Dart

Packers' historic NFL Draft pick will help Jordan Love

Steelers made right call addressing pass rush instead of drafting Shedeur Sanders

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Mike Williams Has High Expectations for Reunion With Justin Herbert

The Los Angeles Chargers made headlines earlier this offseason when they brought back receiver Mike Williams. The former first-round pick spent the first seven years of his career with the Bolts and is back after just one season away from the team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers rumored to be 'all-in' on upgrading key area in Round 1 of 2025 NFL draft

The Los Angeles Chargers have some very obvious needs entering the 2025 NFL draft. From the sounds of rumors, Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz are all over one particular area, though. While mocking the Chargers as taking Marshall pass-rusher Mike Green at No.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / April 24

Los Angeles Chargers Insiders Intel Points Toward 1st Round RB

The Los Angeles Chargers’ decision will be made in just a few hours, but NFL draft analysts are still getting the latest rumors in from across the league.

Joe Hortiz News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers' GM Joe Hortiz reveals favorite part of preparing for the NFL draft

Los Angeles Chargers' Joe Hortiz is the perfect GM for Jim Harbaugh. Hortiz has been involved in NFL draft prep for the last 26 years and he clearly loves the process with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / April 24

ESPN insider crushes Chargers fans with final 2025 NFL Draft prediction

The 2025 NFL Draft is just hours away and it is shaking out to be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. A rather thin first-round class has created polarization in the draft, giving LA Chargers fans no real idea what the Chargers are going to do with the No.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24

Ranking 10 greatest Los Angeles Chargers of all time

The Los Angeles Chargers, formerly known as the San Diego Chargers, have a rich history filled with remarkable talent. From electrifying offensive stars to dominating defensive forces, the Chargers have produced some of the greatest players in NFL history.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers ignore medical red flags to get a Jim Harbaugh guy in one final mock draft

More intel from NFL insiders about the Los Angeles Chargers, prospects and the NFL draft as a whole continues to emerge just before the event begins.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers GM's hilarious draft evaluation of Adam Sandler, Tom Hanks and other actors in football films

An evaluator of college and NFL players for over 25 years, Los Angeles Chargers GM Joe Hortiz knows talent. Partnering with Jim Harbaugh to spearhead the Chargers turnaround, Hortiz is also clearly an intense football guy.

Omarion Hampton News / Yardbarker / April 25

Chargers get much-needed RB improvement with Omarion Hampton

Heading into the draft, there was not another player paired with a team as much as North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton was to the Denver Broncos. However, Denver passed, taking Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron.

Chargers draft Hampton at No. 22

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The 'Most rushing yards in an NFL season since 2000' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Los Angeles Chargers 2025 NFL draft picks list

Tonight's the night, the NFL draft will kick off in Green Bay in just a few hours. The Los Angeles Chargers own 10 picks in this year's draft, with the majority coming on Saturday.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolts From The Blue / April 24

Can you guess this Chargers running back in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Chargers player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Welcome back to another edition of Chargers In-5 Trivia!

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers predicted to draft explosive All-American to fill massive free agency hole

Los Angeles Chargers head man Jim Harbaugh has a core philosophical belief in controlling the line of scrimmage and the time of possession -- achievements only possible by loading up in the trenches.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / April 24

Final 2025 NFL mock draft has Chargers making best pick of the entire draft

Weeks of speculation are coming to a head on Thursday night during the 2025 NFL Draft. After a disappointing showing in NFL free agency, Chargers fans are hoping the Bolts take a big swing in the draft to improve the team's Super Bowl chances.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

3 biggest needs for Chargers heading into the 2025 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers are just mere hours from being on the clock with the 22nd pick of the first round in the 2025 NFL Draft. Mock drafts and fan speculation will soon be over, and everyone will know the direction head coach Jim Harbaugh wants to take the team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 24

Chargers could trade Day 2 draft pick for star pass rusher in major coup

The Los Angeles Chargers definitely need a pass rusher after releasing Joey Bosa earlier this offseason, and while the Chargers could always turn to the NFL draft for an answer, they may be able to swing a deal for an established star.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / April 23

Los Angeles Chargers WR Points To Trust To Fix Playmaking Woes

While veteran quarterbacks often forgo voluntary workouts, Los Angeles Chargers Pro Bowl quarterback Justin Herbert demonstrated his commitment by participating in the team’s recent sessions.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23

Eagles to decline WR Jahan Dotson's fifth-year option

The Eagles made two pick-swap deals that involved third-round choices last year, acquiring Kenny Pickett and Jahan Dotson. Philadelphia did not need to make a fifth-year option call on the quarterback, trading him to Cleveland in March.

NFL News / Field Level Media / April 23

Lions-Chargers to kick off preseason in Hall of Fame Game

The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers will meet July 31 in the 2025 Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, as part of enshrinement week. Antonio Gates, who spent his entire career as a tight end with the Chargers (2003-2018), is among the enshrinees to the 2025 class.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23

Lions & Chargers Will Play In 2025 Hall Of Fame Game

The NFL announced the two participants of the 2025 Hall of Fame Game will be the Lions and the Chargers. The game is scheduled for July 31 at 8 p.m. Eastern and marks the first game action of the 2025 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Pre-Draft Rankings Reveal Reality Check for Chargers

Pro Football Focus released its pre-draft NFL power rankings on Monday, including a harsh ranking for the Los Angeles Chargers. PFF has ranked them 21st in the league, one spot behind the New York Giants and just ahead of the Miami Dolphins.