Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Full list of Jim Harbaugh's selections by rounds
The Los Angeles Chargers are beginning their new era under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Jim Harbaugh. They enter the 2024 NFL Draft with the needs in the wide receiver position, offensive line and interior defensive line.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024
The Los Angeles Chargers currently hold nine picks, mentioned below, in the 2024 NFL Draft to upgrade their roster:
- Round 1, pick 5
- Round 2, pick 37
- Round 3, pick 69
- Round 4, pick 105
- Round 4, pick 110
- Round 5, pick 140*
- Round 6, pick 181
- Round 7, pick 225
- Round 7, pick 253*
*Compensatory picks
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 1
Pick 5 - Joe Alt, OL, Notre Dame
With the 5th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers picked Joe Alt from Notre Dame. Jim Harbaugh has time and again spoke about winning the game in trenches. In Joe Alt, they get one of the best tackles in this draft class.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 2
Pick 34 - Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia
The Los Angeles Chargers traded with the New England Patritos to select Georgia WR Ladd McConkey. While there has been concern about his size and build, McConkey has excellent speed and acceleration. He's a solid downfield threat, who'll be a great weapon for Justin Herbert.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 3
Pick 69 - Junior Colson, LB, Michigan
With the 69th pick in Round 3 of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers picked linebacker Junior Colson. Jim Harbaugh picked his own guy from Michigan. Colson will look to replace former team captain Erick Kendricks, who the Chargers let go in the offseason salary as a cap casualty.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 4
Pick 105 - Justin Eboigbe, DT, Alabama
The Los Angeles Chargers focused on strengthening their run defense by drafting Justin Eboigbe from Alabama. There are injury concerns since he missed the majorit of 2022 season with a neck injury. If he stays healthy, the Chargers have a solid weapon in hand.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 5
Pick 137 - Tarheeb Still, CB, Maryland
Pick 140 - Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame
In the Round 5 of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Chargers bolstered their secondary by picking Tarheed Still from Maryland and Cam Hart from Notre Dame.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 6
Pick 181 - Kimani Vidal, RB, Troy
With the 181st pick in the Round 6 of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers selected Kimani Vidal from Troy. He's a strong and physical rusher. Being a strong blocker, Vidal will fit in as a solid option as their RB4 behind Gus Edwards, JK Dobbins and Isaiah Spiller.
Los Angeles Chargers draft picks 2024: Round 7
Pick 225: Brenden Rice, WR, USC
Pick 253 - Cornelius Johnson, WR, Michigan
Jim Harbaugh brought some solid help for Justin Herbert in Round 7. The Chargers drafted Brenden Rice, the son of legendary wide receiver Jerry Rice, as their 225th pick. They selected Cornelius Johnson, an athletic wide receiver who Jim Harbaugh is very familiar with, as their 253rd pick.
.
Also read:
Indianapolis Colts draft picks 2024: Full list of Shane Steichen's selections
Chicago Bears draft picks 2024: Full list of Ryan Poles' selections
Denver Broncos draft picks 2024: Full list of Sean Payton's selections by round
Miami Dolphins draft picks 2024: Full list of Mike McDaniels' selections
Las Vegas Raiders draft picks 2024: Full list of Raiders selections
Editor's note: The article will be updated at the end of each round of the 2024 NFL Draft