Widely projected to be a bell cow back at the next level, Omarion Hampton was one of the best running backs in the 2025 NFL Draft, arguably second only to Ashton Jeanty. The Los Angeles Chargers selected him with the 22nd overall pick, and he is ready for his rookie season.
Hampton went viral during his final college game at North Carolina when a girl on the sidelines was caught thirsting over him. As it turned out, that was his girlfriend.
Who Is Chargers RB Omarion Hampton Dating?
Hampton was born in Forest City, North Carolina, and moved to Clayton, North Carolina, during his teenage years. He played high school football at Cleveland High School, where he starred at running back for four seasons. As a senior, he was named North Carolina’s High School Football Player of the Year and earned four-star recruit status.
Top college programs from around the country recruited him, but he chose to stay close to home and play for North Carolina. As a freshman, Hampton played in every game and started four. He became the first freshman to rush for over 100 yards at UNC since 1946.
His production took off over the next two seasons, and by the time he was a sophomore and junior, he was one of the top backs in the country. He was named to multiple All-American teams and was a finalist for the Doak Walker Award during his decorated college career.
Hampton ended his college career a year and a game early by declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. Still, he traveled to Boston to support the Tar Heels at Fenway Park in their final game. His girlfriend went viral after she seductively licked her lips when Hampton yawned, a moment caught live on ESPN.
The clip exploded online, and Hampton addressed it himself.
“That’s my girl chill😂,” he posted on X.
Hampton and Lilly Hader made their relationship public a couple of months ago via a post on Instagram.
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We might see Heder at the Chargers’ games this upcoming season and the AFC West team will hope that the star rookie makes an immediate impact in the NFL.
Hampton Brings Power, Patience, Punishment as Classic Tone-Setter
“A violent, downhill runner, Hampton offers outstanding size, strength and power,” PFSN’s Brentley Weissman wrote in his scouting report. “He is a power back first and foremost, but he offers excellent short-area quickness and explosiveness. Hampton has a massive frame and is densely built to withstand contact and deliver punishment as a tempo-setting ball carrier.
“As an inside runner, Hampton displays very good patience and vision. He allows his blockers to get to their spots, patiently waiting as he scans the field, and then he explodes through the hole. Hampton has very good foot quickness and is light enough on his feet to sift through trash while working through the line of scrimmage. His ability to quickly scan and diagnose creases and gaps while he presses the line of scrimmage as a ball carrier is excellent, and he is able to react off his reads in an efficient manner.
“One of Hampton’s many difference-making qualities is his contact balance. He is extremely hard to tackle and consistently runs behind his pads as defenders bounce off of him. When defenders look to make contact, Hampton explodes through impact, keeping his leg drive strong to continue running through the defender. He is outstanding in short-yardage runs and almost always gains positive yards.”
Chiefs-Chargers Week 1 Preview
The division rivalry between the Chiefs and Chargers should be a treat for the São Paulo audience, as the teams have routinely produced competitive games in recent years.
For both teams, it starts at quarterback. Kansas City’s Patrick Mahomes remains one of the league’s best, having already won three Super Bowls before turning 30.
Meanwhile, Justin Herbert has the stats to rank among the game’s top passers but has yet to win a playoff game in his five-year career. He’ll be looking to change that narrative this season, starting with a statement against the Chiefs.
Kansas City’s passing attack will look similar to last season, with wideouts Xavier Worthy and JuJu Smith-Schuster complementing All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce. Their top receiver, Rashee Rice, is out against the Chargers while serving a suspension.
Los Angeles’ receiving corps isn’t much better, though second-year receiver Ladd McConkey is back after an impressive rookie season in which he caught 82 passes for 1,149 yards and seven touchdowns. He’ll be Herbert’s No. 1 target.
Per our metrics, the Chargers will have an upper hand defensively. Coordinator Jesse Minter leads a unit that flies to the ball, anchored by pass rusher Khalil Mack and safety Derwin James.
The Chiefs’ defense graded out at a C last season but will look to improve behind defensive tackle Chris Jones and cornerback Trent McDuffie. Both are among the best at their positions, but need help from a young, unproven supporting cast.
As for the outcome, the Chiefs simply have the Chargers’ number. Los Angeles usually puts up a fight but falls short in the end. That shouldn’t change, even in Week 1 on South American soil.
Prediction:Â Chiefs 24, Chargers 20
