As the Los Angeles Chargers gear up for the next phase of the Jim Harbaugh era, how many picks do they possess in the 2025 NFL Draft? Here’s a look at the Chargers’ full allotment of capital and what they might be able to use it on.
What Are the Los Angeles Chargers Draft Picks in 2025?
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Round 3
- Round 4
- Round 5
- Round 6
- Round 6 (from NE)
- Round 7 (from CLE via MIN)
How Many Picks Do the Chargers Have in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Currently, the Chargers have eight picks in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Los Angeles still has the rights to its original selections in every round but Round 7. The Chargers’ original seventh-round selection, along with cornerback J.C. Jackson, was sent to the New England Patriots in a pick swap that also netted Los Angeles a sixth-round pick.
The Chargers were able to get a seventh-round pick back, however, when the Cleveland Browns sent one to L.A. in exchange for kicker Dustin Hopkins. The Browns’ seventh-rounder was originally acquired from the Minnesota Vikings in a trade involving edge rusher Za’Darius Smith.
What Are the Chargers’ Biggest Needs in 2025?
Looking at the roster as a whole, the Chargers still have some work to do before they’re in the upper echelon again.
In truth, there weren’t many points in the Tom Telesco era when the Chargers’ roster was elite. Stellar quarterback play, from Philip Rivers to Justin Herbert, had a major role in elevating the unit. Now, it’s time for Joe Hortiz and Harbaugh to do the work.
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The 2024 NFL Draft was a step in the right direction, and the offense, in particular, looks much better. Tight end could still be a need if the current group proves to lack explosiveness. The same goes for the receiving corps besides Ladd McConkey, with Joshua Palmer set to be a free agent.
Further, Corey Linsley’s retirement left a major void at center, which Los Angeles was only able to fill in the short term with journeyman interior lineman Bradley Bozeman.
On defense, the defensive line remains a glaring area of concern. There’s a 330-pound void at nose tackle, and while Justin Eboigbe upgrades the depth outside the fulcrum, there are very few long-term assets in play.
On the edge, Tuli Tuipulotu’s presence should help hedge for the eventual departure of Khalil Mack. Yet, Joey Bosa is also getting older on the other side, and health is proving to be a more consistent issue.
As usual, cornerback is another position to watch for the Chargers. Kristian Fulton is on a one-year deal, and Asante Samuel Jr. is also set to be a free agent. Ja’Sir Taylor, the team’s nickel CB, will also be a free agent in 2026.
Naturally, with Harbaugh’s affiliation with the Wolverines, Michigan prospects should once again be a heavy focus in the 2025 cycle. The Harbaugh-led Chargers selected two Wolverines prospects in 2024: Linebacker Junior Colson and WR Cornelius Johnson.
Relevant Michigan prospects in the 2025 cycle include RB Donovan Edwards, TE Colston Loveland, DTs Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, EDGEs Josaiah Stewart and Derrick Moore, LB Jaishawn Barham, CB Will Johnson, and DBs Rod Moore and Aamir Hall.