Everything Los Angeles Chargers fans need to know heading into the 2020 NFL Draft.
VITALS
Head Coach: Anthony Lynn
General Manager: Tom Telesco
2019 Record: 5-11
2020 DRAFT PICKS
1 (6)
2 (37)
3 (71)
4 (112)
5 (151)
6 (186)
7 (220)
TEAM NEEDS
Quarterback
The 16-year marriage between the Chargers and Philip Rivers came to an end after mutually agreeing to part ways earlier this offseason. With Rivers gone, Tyrod Taylor is slated to start Week 1, but he only has one more year remaining on his contract. They need a plan for the future as they embark on their new era in brand new stadium.
Left tackle
The Chargers signed Bryan Bulaga, solidifying the right tackle spot. But the left tackle position remains at question. Former third-round pick Trey Pipkins is currently the projected starter, but it remains to be seen if he needs more time to develop. Drafting one in the early rounds would allow them to have competition at the position.
Wide receiver
Keenan Allen and Mike Williams are both coming off productive seasons, surpassing 1,000 receiving yards. However, there is no one behind the two that can be called upon. Travis Benjamin was released and the other guys at the position didn’t produce when they had the opportunity last season.
Linebacker
The Chargers struck gold with rookie sensation Drue Tranquill, but there are a lot of questions in regards to the positional group. Thomas Davis was let go of, Denzel Perryman only has one more year remaining on his contract, and there are durability concerns with Kyzir White.
TOP TARGETS
Tua Tagovailoa | QB | Alabama
Justin Herbert | QB | Oregon
Ezra Cleveland | OT | Boise State
Ben Bartch | OL | St. John’s
Brandon Aiyuk | WR | Arizona State
Jalen Reagor | WR | TCU
Akeem Davis-Gaither | LB | Appalachian State
Logan Wilson | LB | Wyoming