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Meet the Chargers' 2026 draft class: All 8 picks made by Los Angeles
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Chargers made eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, starting with edge rusher Akheem Mesidor at No. 22 overall. General manager Joe Hortiz focused on strengthening the roster through the draft rather than free agency.
Key points
- Chargers made eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft
- First pick was edge rusher Akheem Mesidor at No. 22
- Team finished 2025 season with 11 wins but no playoff victory
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The Chargers are coming off a 2025 season in which the team won 11 games but fell short of a playoff win.
In head coach Jim Harbaugh's third year in LA, the Bolts will be looking to contend in 2026. While general manager Joe Hortiz entered the offseason with the most cap space out of any NFL team, he chose to stick with his conservative philosophy and bolster the roster primarily through the draft.
The Chargers kicked off the 2026 NFL draft by selecting edge rusher Akheem Mesidor as the No. 22 overall pick. The team's busiest day was Saturday, when they made six selections, ending with Alex Harkey out of Oregon.
Round 1, No. 22: EDGE Akheem Mesidor, Miami
Akheem Mesidor
Player info
- Age: 25
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 211 pounds
Round 2, No. 63: OL Jake Slaugher, Florida
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Q&A
Who did the Chargers select in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Chargers selected eight players, beginning with edge rusher Akheem Mesidor at No. 22 overall.
What was the Chargers' record in the 2025 season?
The Chargers finished the 2025 season with an 11-6 record but did not win a playoff game.
Why did the Chargers focus on the draft instead of free agency in 2026?
General manager Joe Hortiz opted for a conservative approach, choosing to bolster the roster primarily through the draft despite having the most cap space in the NFL.