Results for: Joe Hortiz

With the NFL Draft quickly approaching, the Southern California News Group presents an updated seven-round mock draft for the Los Angeles Chargers. This mock draft incorporates recent speculation and team needs, including the potential for a trade back from the fifth overall pick.

The Chargers have a number of positions to address, including wide receiver, cornerback, and defensive tackle. This mock draft addresses these needs by selecting Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR, Ohio State), Mike Sainristil (CB, Michigan), and Kris Jenkins (DT, Michigan) in the first three rounds.

Overall, this mock draft reflects the Chargers’ focus on building a young and talented roster under new general manager Joe Hortiz and head coach Jim Harbaugh. Harbaugh’s ties to Michigan are evident in the selection of several former Wolverines, including Harrison, Sainristil, and Jenkins.

Here’s a breakdown of all nine picks in the Chargers’ mock draft:

Round 1, Pick 5: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
Round 2, Pick 37: Mike Sainristil, CB, Michigan
Round 3, Pick 69: Kris Jenkins, DT, Michigan
Round 4, Pick 105: T’Vondre Sweat, DL, Texas
Round 4, Pick 110: Josh Proctor, S, Ohio State
Round 5, Pick 140: Gabriel Murphy, Edge, UCLA
Round 6, Pick 181: Luke McCaffrey, WR, Rice
Round 7, Pick 225: Evan Williams, S, Oregon
Round 7, Pick 253: Michael Barrett, LB, Michigan

The Los Angeles Chargers, led by new general manager Joe Hortiz and head coach Jim Harbaugh, face a crucial decision in the upcoming NFL draft. Conventional wisdom suggests they will trade the fifth overall pick to acquire more draft capital and address roster needs, but Hortiz has stated he will only make a trade that benefits the team. Despite trading away wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, the Chargers have filled roster gaps and added depth in free agency, making their draft strategy less predictable. Hortiz and Harbaugh aim to improve both the passing and rushing games, potentially selecting a wide receiver like Marvin Harrison Jr. or a tackle like Joe Alt with the fifth pick. However, a favorable trade could alter their plans, allowing them to draft a tight end like Brock Bowers later and still acquire a wide receiver in the first or second round.

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz is experiencing the intense stress of roster building ahead of the NFL Draft. The team has lost key players and must make strong draft picks to remain competitive. Hortiz is openly considering trade offers for the No. 5 pick. Despite the challenges, the Chargers have added key players like Hayden Hurst and J.K. Dobbins. They have multiple draft picks to work with, and trading the No. 5 pick could be a strategic move to acquire depth pieces.