Chargers draft Mesidor and Slaughter, acquire additional Day 3 picks in NFL Draft
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Updated · The New York Times · Apr 25
Chargers draft Mesidor and Slaughter, acquire additional Day 3 picks in NFL Draft
11 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Apr 25
Los Angeles drafted edge rusher Akheem Mesidor at No. 22 and Florida’s Jake Slaughter at No. 63, while trading with the Patriots and Browns to increase their remaining picks to seven for Day 3.
General manager Joe Hortiz’s trades leave the Chargers with nine total picks, allowing flexibility to address multiple roster needs, including receiver, cornerback, and offensive line depth in later rounds.
Slaughter, a center in college, will compete for left guard and backup center roles, reflecting confidence in coach Mike McDaniel’s scheme and Hortiz’s draft strategy, which has yielded productive Day 3 contributors in previous years.
Which of the Chargers' six Day 3 picks has the best chance to become a surprise starter?
How does Joe Hortiz's 'blue star' system find NFL starters when other teams miss?
Was trading down for more picks smarter than drafting a higher-rated player at pick 55?
Will Akheem Mesidor's pass-rushing skills immediately elevate the Chargers' entire defense?
Is this trench-focused draft class enough to finally challenge the Chiefs' AFC West dominance?
Can a college center truly solve the Chargers' long-standing protection problems for Justin Herbert?