Quarterbacks and offensive tackles have been the commonly mocked positions to the Los Angeles Chargers. But group that hasn’t been projected as often, yet could be the route they go is upgrading the linebacker corps.
That’s why Draft Wire’s Luke Easterling pegged former Clemson product Isaiah Simmons to the Bolts with the No. 6 overall selection in his latest mock draft.
Here is what he had to say about the pick:
With the top three quarterbacks already off the board, the Bolts switch gears here and opt for the best available player over their biggest position of need. Simmons is a rare defender who can line up anywhere on the field and make a huge impact, and the Chargers would do well to maximize his versatility instead of trying to pigeonhole him into one specific position.
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Even though finding the future face of the franchise might be more of a priority, Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert were gone before the Chargers were on the clock in this scenario. If this actually happens in April, this could be the direction that L.A. goes.
Simmons developed into one of the most impactful defenders in college football during his time for the Tigers. His production increased each year, finishing with 104 tackles, 16.5 tackles for loss, eight sacks, and three interceptions during the 2019 season.
Like safety Derwin James, Simmons is a true chess piece on the defensive side of the ball. He can blitz, play the run, cover in the slot and play special teams. Putting both play-makers on the field at the same would make out to be one of the most lethal combos in the league for years to come.