The Los Angeles Chargers have been hard at work to improve an offense that failed them miserably in their lone playoff game against the Houston Texans. Adding Najee Harris, Tyler Conklin, and Mike Williams should give the offense a major uplift. But, they still need more reliable playmakers in the long run.
As a result, with an elite defense already in place with a defensive mastermind in Jim Harbaugh, one analyst believes the team should focus on further building out the offense in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Los Angeles Chargers Predicted To Continue Offensive Investment
A four-interception game from Justin Herbert underlined the major struggles Los Angeles’ offense faced last season. Finishing 17th on the year, per PFSN’s Offense+ metric, the team never found an offensive group.
A major area of concern in that regard was their pass-catching core. Outside of rookie Ladd McConkey, no player had more than 711 yards, with the tight end position particularly sticking out like a sore thumb.
Will Dissly was solid with 481 yards, but beyond him, the team lacked production in the middle. Adding Tyler Conklin should give them a more consistent option, but the latest mock draft from PFSN has them going a step further.
A player Harbaugh personally recruited to join the Michigan Wolverines, Colston Loveland goes to the Chargers with the 22nd overall pick. “The Los Angeles Chargers could go in several directions here, but selecting a potential game-changing tight end offers great value.”
Ben Rolfe explained his choice, drawing the Michigan connection as well. “Will Dissly performed well last year and they signed Tyler Conklin, but it’s unlikely they are seen as the long-term answer for the Chargers. Colston Loveland’s background as a Michigan player adds to the fit.”
A three-year veteran, Loveland doesn’t have the numbers of a Tyler Warren. However, watching the game tape, it is impossible to imagine a scenario where he isn’t successful in the pros. With 11 touchdowns to his name, he can be a consistent threat for Herbert.
Rolfe expanded on his choice by stating, “Loveland is a long, lean tight end with excellent overall athleticism. He is a natural receiver who was grossly under-used throughout his collegiate career. He aligned all over the formation for the Wolverines but was at his best operating detached from the line of scrimmage and in the slot.”
After last season, the Chargers likely lean on Herbert a little more to empower the offense. He finished 14th on PFSN’s QB+ metric. But with more weapons and opportunities to throw the ball, his numbers should climb back up in a heartbeat.
