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Social media reactions to Chargers drafting Akheem Mesidor
TL;DR
The Chargers drafted Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor with the 22nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. At 25 years old, he led the ACC with 12.5 sacks in 2025 and will join Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu in his rookie season.
Key points
- Chargers selected Akheem Mesidor with the 22nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft
- Mesidor led the ACC with 12.5 sacks in 2025
- He will be 25 years old at the start of the new season
- Mesidor played a key role in the Hurricanes' CFP National Championship run
- He will join Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu on the Chargers
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 19: Akheem Mesidor #3 of the Miami (FL) Hurricanes rushes during the second quarter against the Indiana Hoosiers in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Chargers selected Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor with the 22nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Mesidor will be an older rookie (25 years old when the new season starts) but you cannot deny how much of an impact he can make getting after the quarterback. He led the ACC with 12.5 sacks in 2025 on top of posting 17.5 tackles for loss with four forced fumbles. He played a key role in helping the Hurricanes make it all the way to the CFP National Championship and he’ll now have the chance to play alongside both Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu during his first NFL season.
With that said, here are some of the top reactions to the selection from social media!
Love this pick—Akheem Mesidor brings serious energy off the edge ⚡
— Sharmin Bithi 🇧🇩 (@SharminBithi03) April 24, 2026
Akheem Mesidor was the best EDGE available, adding gas to the pass rushing group entering the perfect situation with chops to produce right away. Played inside and outside with intense violence.
— Garrett Sisti (@GarrettSisti) April 24, 2026
Welcome to the Chargers, Akheem Mesidor! ⚡️
pic.twitter.com/gYWX1w5ReV— ًBoltUpYo (@BoltUpYo) April 24, 2026
Some players just look like Jim Harbaugh-type guys.
Akheem Mesidor is that kind of player.
Q&A
What impact can Akheem Mesidor have on the Chargers' defense?
Akheem Mesidor is expected to significantly enhance the Chargers' pass rush, having led the ACC with 12.5 sacks in 2025.
How old will Akheem Mesidor be when the 2026 NFL season starts?
Akheem Mesidor will be 25 years old when the 2026 NFL season begins.
Who are the notable players Akheem Mesidor will be playing with on the Chargers?
Mesidor will play alongside Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu during his first NFL season.
