Tag: Chargers draft picks

Chargers projected to receive 3 compensatory picks in 2025

The Los Angeles Chargers could have seven Day 3 selections next year.

With the Jim Harbaugh era underway, the Chargers retooled their roster over the past couple of months, letting go of former players. However, there is a chance that they could be compensated for their losses.

According to Over The Cap, Los Angeles is projected to receive three compensatory picks for the departure of Kenneth Murray (Titans), Austin Ekeler (Commanders) and Gerald Everett (Bears).

The league gives out 32 compensatory picks from the third through seventh rounds of the draft each year based on a selected pool of free agents lost. Among that, the largest 32 contracts signed by free agents based on average per-year value will net a team compensation.

A formula considers salary, playing time and postseason accolades to value players and determine whether teams should be compensated for those players leaving in free agency. However, the compensation for players is also determined by a formula dictated by individual teams’ gains and losses of unrestricted free agents each year.

The picks won’t be determined until after the 2024 season, but here’s to hoping that L.A. is able to end up with a total of ten picks.

Bill Belichick heaps high praise on Joe Alt after being drafted by Chargers

Bill Belichick had nothing but high praise for Joe Alt.

Joe Alt was the first tackle taken off the board when the Chargers selected him No. 5 overall.

One of the greatest coaches, Bill Belichick, who was a guest analyst on the live stream of the Pat McAfee Show during the draft, had nothing but high praise for Alt. 

“This guy is ready to go,” Belichick said. “I think he’ll be able to play right away for them.”

As the analysts reviewed Alt’s highlight reel, Belichick immediately noted his length, athleticism and awareness on the field. 

“There’s a lot to like about him; he’s a quality guy,” Belichick stated. 

With Alt being a rookie, there is always something to work on and Belicheck believes the young tackle can improve on his balance. 

Nevertheless, the Chargers snagged a player who competes at a high level. 

“You’ll like having him on your football team,” Belichick added. “There’s no question about that. 

For a team looking to be more physical, Alt will be a key cog with his ability to shut down edge rushers and create running lanes.

Poll: What grade do you give Chargers’ 2024 draft class?

We want to know what you thought of the Joe Hortiz and Jim Harbaugh’s draft haul.

The 2024 NFL draft is officially in the rearview.

The Chargers kicked off the draft by finding their starting right tackle in Joe Alt.

On Day 2, general manager Joe Hortiz brought in wide receiver Ladd McConkey and linebacker Junior Colson.

On the final day, Los Angeles defensive tackle Justin Egboigbe, cornerbacks Tarheeb Still and Cam Hart, running back Kimani Vidal and wide receivers Brenden Rice and Cornelius Johnson.

That said, we want to know what you thought of the Bolts’ draft class. Did you like the picks that L.A. made?

Vote in the poll below.

2024 NFL draft: Watch highlights of new Chargers WR Ladd McConkey

Get familiar with the newest member of the Chargers, Ladd McConkey.

The Chargers improved the wide receiver room with the selection of Ladd McConkey at No. 34 overall.

There were questions about when Los Angeles would address the position after taking Joe Alt in the first round. They answered them by moving up three spots to get McConkey, arguably the best route runner in this class.

To get familiar with the newest member of the Bolts, here are some highlights of McConkey:

 

Chargers’ 2024 NFL draft picks set

Here’s where the Chargers are currently set to pick.

Now that the compensatory picks have been distributed to teams, the 2024 NFL draft order is set from the first to the very last pick.

Including the one compensatory pick awarded, the Chargers have eight selections in this year’s draft.

Here’s where L.A. is currently set to pick:

  • Round 1: No. 5 overall
  • Round 2: No. 37 overall
  • Round 3: No. 69 overall
  • Round 4: No. 104 overall
  • Round 5: No. 139 overall
  • Round 6: No. 180 overall
  • Round 7: No. 225 overall
  • Round 7: No. 253 overall (compensatory)

2024 NFL draft: Chargers awarded one compensatory pick

The Chargers will receive a seventh-round comp pick for their loss of Drue Tranquill.

The Chargers will have an extra pick in the NFL draft.

Los Angeles will receive a seventh-round comp pick for their loss of linebacker Drue Tranquill, who signed with the Chiefs last offseason.

Tranquill appeared in 16 games (eight starts), amassing 78 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and a pass deflected.

For his efforts, Tranquill recently re-signed with Kansas City on a three-year, $19 million deal with $13 million guaranteed.

Compensatory picks are awarded to teams who lose out on significant players in free agency and are awarded to those teams the next year.

The pick given to teams is calculated using a formula that includes several qualifiers, including the average per year (APY) of a contract signed, the percentage of snaps a player plays, and their awards and accolades for their performance, such as the AP All-Pro list or PFWA’s list.

The Chargers currently have eight picks for April’s draft.

2024 NFL draft: Full list of Chargers’ projected picks in each round

The official order of the draft hasn’t been set yet, but there are unofficial projections courtesy of Tankathon.

As it stands, the Chargers are projected to have eight picks in the 2024 NFL draft. The official order of the draft hasn’t been set yet, but there are unofficial projections courtesy of Tankathon.

The official draft slots are to be released by the league closer to the draft.

With that, here is a look at the Bolts’ projected order of picks.

Round 1: No. 5 overall

Round 2: No. 37 overall

Round 3: No. 69 overall

Round 4: No. 106 overall

Round 5: No. 139 overall

Round 6: No. 183 overall

Round 7: No. 223 overall

Round 7: No. 256 overall (compensatory pick)

Chargers projected to receive compensatory pick in 2024 NFL draft

The Chargers are projected to have an additional seventh-round pick.

In the 2024 NFL draft, the Chargers will likely have an extra pick, according to Over The Cap.

Compensatory picks are awarded to teams who lose out on significant players in free agency and are awarded to those teams the next year.

The pick given to teams is calculated on a formula that includes a number of qualifiers, including the average per year (APY) of a contract signed, the percentage of snaps a player plays, and their awards and accolades for their performance, such as the AP All-Pro list or PFWA’s list.

Over The Cap projects Los Angeles to receive a seventh-round comp pick for their loss of linebacker Drue Tranquill, who signed with the Chiefs last offseason.

Tranquill has appeared in 18 games, including the playoffs, with eight starts, and has amassed 89 total tackles, eight tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and a pass deflected.

The NFL will announce the finalized compensatory picks closer to the draft.

Kellen Moore applauds Brandon Staley’s offense-first draft strategy

Kellen Moore was taken by surprise when Brandon Staley selected Quentin Johnston with the Chargers’ first-round pick.

The Chargers had work to do in the offseason to prepare for a bounce-back 2023 campaign, and with the draft behind them, their roster is starting to take shape.

After speculation surrounding whether or not they’d favor building on offense or defense first, the team elected to choose TCU wide receiver Quinten Johnston with their first-round pick to give quarterback Justin Herbert another option to throw to.

Offensive coordinator Kellen Moore applauded that decision in comments made to the media after the draft. Speaking to reporters about his thoughts on the team’s draft class, he made it clear that the team’s strategy in the annual selection meeting took him by surprise.

“Brandon [Staley] is this defensive guy and he’s drafting these offensive guys, I like this,” Moore explained. “It’s a lot of fun. Q [Johnston] really stood out for us as we went through the process. Everyone kind of sees the measurables, the size as far as the height and the weight.

“What he did for TCU from his versatility, I thought, was really, really special. His ability to kind of catch-and-run, he was a fly-sweep guy. He got the ball in a lot of different ways. You saw a lot of versatility in his game that maybe, initially, someone may not have necessarily anticipated. We were really excited that he was there and available for us.”

Johnston will have to prove himself to see a significant number of snaps in the regular season but should benefit from the mentorship of receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams when training camp begins in July.

For his part, Moore seems committed to converting on every ounce of promise that Johnston showed on film last season. With some time, the seasoned coordinator could unlock hidden potential in his newest offensive weapon.

1 stat to know about each of Chargers’ draft picks

These numbers should make Chargers fans more intrigued about the incoming rookie class.

The Chargers came away with an impressive haul of draft picks last weekend.

We picked out one stat to know about each of Los Angeles’ draft picks from their collegiate career. These numbers should make supporters feel even more intrigued about the incoming rookie class.