Chargers Eye Future with complete 2025 NFL Draft Big Board
COSTA MESA, Calif. — With the 2025 NFL Draft just days away, the Los Angeles chargers are meticulously finalizing their preparations, armed with a comprehensive big board featuring 100 potential prospects across all seven rounds.This extensive list,meticulously crafted by team scouts and analysts,aims to guide the Chargers as they navigate the draft and address key roster needs.
Building upon earlier iterations, the Chargers’ big board has evolved throughout the offseason. Starting with an initial evaluation of 22 potential first-round targets in February, the list expanded to 50 players who could be targeted in the first two rounds by March. This final version provides a comprehensive overview of talent available throughout the entire draft.
Last year’s big board proved to be a valuable tool for the Chargers, accurately predicting six of their nine eventual draft selections. This triumphant track record included key additions such as offensive tackle Joe Alt,wide receiver Ladd McConkey,linebacker Junior Colson,cornerback Cam Hart,running back Kimani Vidal,and wide receiver Cornelius Johnson. The team hopes to improve upon that mark this time around.
Chargers’ 2025 Draft Capital:
The Chargers possess a total of 10 draft picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, providing ample opportunity to address both immediate and long-term needs. The team’s draft slots are as follows:
| Round | Pick | Overall | Notes |
| :—- | :— | :—— | :————— |
| 1 | 22 | 22 | |
| 2 | 23 | 55 | |
| 3 | 22 | 86 | |
| 4 | 23 | 125 | |
| 5 | 20 | 158 | |
| 6 | 5 | 181 | From Patriots |
| 6 | 23 | 199 | |
| 6 | 33 | 209 | Compensatory |
| 6 | 38 | 214 | Compensatory |
| 7 | 40 | 256 | Compensatory |
Potential Targets: Day 1
The Chargers’ first-round pick at No. 22 overall presents a crucial opportunity to secure a high-impact player. Several positions are in play, with wide receiver and tight end emerging as potential areas of focus.
Here are some prospects under consideration for the Chargers’ first-round selection:
Tetairoa mcmillan, WR, Arizona: McMillan’s size and contested-catch ability could provide a much-needed X receiver for the Chargers. According to draft expert Dane Brugler,McMillan is “a long and limber athlete with exceptional tracking and ball-winning instincts.”
Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State: A versatile tight end who can contribute as a blocker and receiver, Warren could be a long-term answer at the position. Brugler describes Warren as “an agile-footed big man who naturally tracks the football with dependable hands and a hunger to create after the catch.”
Colston Loveland,TE,Michigan: Having played under former Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh at Michigan,Loveland is known for his receiving prowess.Brugler notes “Loveland doesn’t have the skill set for full-time inline responsibilities, but his dynamic movements, natural hands and football awareness should make him one of the primary targets in an NFL offense.”
Matthew Golden, WR, Texas: With blazing speed (4.29 40-yard dash), Golden is a potential deep threat who could add a different dimension to the Chargers’ offense.
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State: A polished route runner with reliable hands, Egbuka is considered a “quarterback-pleasant target” with the versatility to play on the outside, according to Brugler.
Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon: Harmon is described by Brugler as “a highly active and disruptive big man who consistently finds ways to gain freedom from blocks as a penetrating pass rusher and run stuffer.”
Will Johnson, CB, michigan: Johnson possesses the size-speed combination desired by Chargers defensive coordinator (and former Michigan defensive coordinator) Jesse Minter.”Johnson is more ‘good’ than ‘great’ in terms of twitch and speed, but he has outstanding eyes, feet and coverage IQ to match and make plays on the football,” Brugler notes.
Edge Rusher Options:
The Chargers could also target an edge rusher to bolster their pass rush, considering prospects like:
Shemar Stewart, Edge, texas A&M
Mike Green, Edge, Marshall
Mykel Williams, Edge, Georgia
Donovan Ezeiruaku, Edge, Boston College
Offensive Line and Running Back Considerations:
Tyler Booker, G, Alabama: A physical guard who excels in run blocking, Booker could compete for a starting role immediately.
Omarion Hampton, RB, North carolina: The Chargers could add a young, explosive back to complement veteran Najee Harris, with Hampton fitting that bill. “Hampton is a bruising runner with an effective blend of patience, power and speed,” according to Brugler.
Kenneth grant, DT, Michigan: A run-stuffing defensive tackle who could provide stability against the run.
Kelvin Banks Jr., G, Texas:
Jahdae Barron, DB, Texas: A versatile defensive back who can play multiple positions, fitting Minter’s scheme. Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
Potential Targets: Day 2
With the 55th overall pick in the second round, the Chargers have an opportunity to add more quality talent to their roster.
Some prospects the Chargers could target on Day 2 include:
Grey Zabel,IOL,North Dakota State: Described as the consensus top center in the draft,Zabel could also be a fit at left guard.
mason Taylor, TE, LSU: Taylor “was Mr. Reliable in the LSU offense — and can be the same for an NFL team, because of his good-sized athleticism, reliable ball skills and competitive blocking,” according to Brugler. TreVeyon Henderson,RB,Ohio State: Henderson’s “bursts of speed make him a home-run threat,” according to Brugler.
Jayden Higgins, WR, iowa State: Brugler describes Higgins as “an ascending height-weight-speed athlete with the physicality and catch radius to be a productive NFL starter.”
Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami: A raw but athletic tight end who could develop into a vertical threat.Additional Day 2 prospects:
JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State
Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
Landon Jackson, Edge, Arkansas
Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State
Jordan Burch, Edge, Oregon
Tate Ratledge, G, Georgia
Jonah Savaiinaea, G, Arizona
Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M
Jared Wilson, C, Georgia
Darius Alexander, DT, Toledo
jack sawyer, Edge, Ohio State
Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M
Shavon revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State
Oluwafemi Oladejo, Edge, UCLA
Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss
Nohl Williams, CB, cal
Alfred Collins, DT, Texans
T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina
Tory Horton, WR, Colorado State
As the draft approaches, the Chargers’ meticulous preparation and comprehensive big board highlight their commitment to building a competitive roster for the future. The team’s ability to identify and acquire talent throughout all seven rounds will be crucial to their long-term success.
