As the Los Angeles Chargers gear up for the next phase of the Jim Harbaugh era, how many picks do they possess in the 2025 NFL Draft? Here’s a look at the Chargers’ full allotment of capital and what they might be able to use it on.
What Are the Los Angeles Chargers Draft Picks in 2025?
- Round 1, Pick 22
- Round 2, Pick 55
- Round 3, Pick 86
- Round 4, Pick 125
- Round 5, Pick 158
- Round 6, Pick 181 (from NE)
- Round 6, Pick 199
- Round 6, Pick 209
- Round 6, Pick 214
- Round 7, Pick 255
How Many Picks Do the Chargers Have in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Currently, the Chargers have 10 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Los Angeles still has the rights to its original selections in every round but Round 7. The Chargers’ original seventh-round selection, along with cornerback J.C. Jackson, was sent to the New England Patriots in a pick swap that also netted Los Angeles a sixth-round pick.
The Chargers were able to get a seventh-round pick back, however, when the Cleveland Browns sent one to L.A. in exchange for kicker Dustin Hopkins. The Browns’ seventh-rounder was originally acquired from the Minnesota Vikings in a trade involving edge rusher Za’Darius Smith.
What Are the Chargers’ Biggest Needs in 2025?
The Los Angeles Chargers had a relatively successful first season under Jim Harbaugh’s leadership, but their 17th-ranked offense let them down in the playoffs. The offense was the worst of their two units, with the defense ranking fourth in the regular season. However, there is still plenty they need to address defensively this offseason.
The Chargers have several potential departures in free agency: Khalil Mack (EDGE), Poona Ford, Teair Tart, Morgan Fox (all DT), Kristian Fulton, and Asante Samuel (both CB). Add in the talk of potentially releasing Joey Bosa, and that leaves a lot of needs on the defensive side of the ball if they want to be strong again in 2025.
All three levels of the defense need attention, with several linebackers set to be free agents and two of their depth options at safety. Therefore, the Chargers could be seeing plenty of movement on the defensive side of the ball this offseason.
In refreshing the defense, the Chargers must not overlook the offense, where plenty of work is required. They do not have a clear starter under contract at center, so that needs to be a priority. Additionally, they need a true No. 1 wide receiver to complement Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston and a No. 1 running back to replace J.K. Dobbins.
Alongside all of that, the Chargers must be conscious that three of their four current offensive line starters will be free agents in 2026. Therefore, they may want to look at drafting developmental options in case they are unable to re-sign a couple of them.