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Chargers Trade Back, Land Versatile OL Jake Slaughter at No. 63
TL;DR
The Chargers traded back from the 55th pick, acquiring three additional selections from the Patriots. They used the 63rd pick to draft versatile offensive lineman Jake Slaughter from the University of Florida.
Key points
- Chargers traded out of the 55th pick
- Acquired three new picks from the Patriots
- Selected Jake Slaughter at No. 63
- Slaughter started at center for four seasons
- Chargers now have a total of seven picks
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Oct 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Florida Gators offensive lineman Jake Slaughter (66) sets the ball during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field.
El SEGUNDO, Calif. -- There was a surprise on Friday evening when the Chargers decided to trade out of the 55th spot in the second round with the New England Patriots.
Chargers GM Joe Hortiz gained three new picks, giving them seven total, acquiring Nos. 63, 131, and 202 from New England.
They stayed at pick No. 63 and selected Jake Slaughter from the University of Florida, who started at center all four seasons.
Slaughter spoke to the media after being selected and said he is comfortable moving to guard, which the Chargers mentioned during the call.
"Just now when they gave me the call like, 'Hey, we're going to go compete," Slaughter said. "Get the best five guys, maybe six guys on the field at once."
It is no secret that the Chargers are missing a left guard, and it appears, as of now, that Slaughter could fill that role. He did take snaps at guard during the Senior Bowl.
Q&A
Why did the Chargers trade back in the NFL draft?
The Chargers traded back to gain three additional picks, enhancing their draft capital.
Who is Jake Slaughter and what position does he play?
Jake Slaughter is a versatile offensive lineman who played center for the University of Florida.
What picks did the Chargers acquire from the Patriots in the trade?
The Chargers acquired the 63rd, 131st, and 202nd picks from the Patriots.
