Where To Find Value In The Draft | LA Chargers

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre sit down with ESPN’s Dan Graziano, NFL Analyst Brett Kollmann, and The Athletic’s Dane Brugler at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The three guys give unique perspectives on their national coverage of the league, where to find value in the draft, and how the Chargers can capitalize on the opportunity to improve. Presented by Splitero.

0:00 – Intro
1:54 – Dan Graziano Joins The Show
2:40 – What Happened With Mike McDaniel In Miami?
4:09 – How Will McDaniel Fit In With The Chargers
5:28 – League Cap Space Analysis
6:34 – Scheme Vs. Personnel
8:21 – AFC West Offseason Outlook
9:38 – The Future Of The Defense
11:13 – National Perception Of The Chiefs
14:03 – Upgradable Offensive Positions
16:39 – Brett Kollmann Joins The Show
16:49 – EDGE Prospects Are Insane
17:27 – What Position Do The Chargers Go At 22?
19:59 – Free Agent Center Targets
21:11 – Oweh And Mack Extensions?
22:21 – Chargers Interior D-Line Options
24:23 – Depth Of Safety Position
25:46 – Cornerback Plan
27:20 – Will KC Trade McDuffie?
29:33 – LB Room Analysis
30:33 – TE Draft Options
32:57 – Brett’s Latest Projects
35:30 – Dane Brugler Joins The Show
36:03 – How Many Players Are In “The Beast”?
37:30 – TE Options In The Draft
39:22 – Connor Lew At Center?
40:56 – Great Value In A Great Round
42:17 – Is Vega Ioane A Fit?
43:34 – First Round Grades
44:30 – Omarion Hampton Evaluation
45:47 – KeAndre Lambert-Smith Evaluation
48:14 – Boom Or Bust EDGE Options
49:38 – Pass Rushing DT
51:09 – Dane’s Favorites To Watch At The Combine
52:40 – Outro

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21 comments

  5. Now we know what they’re looking for LMAOO. us fans knew the IOL was trash especially Bozeman but Hortiz said “we won 11 games pop”. Hilarious 😂

  6. OC – 3yrs/51mil McGovern; 1yr/3mil A. James
    OG – 3yrs/42mil Zion; 2yrs/25mil Vera-Tucker
    OT – 2yrs/14mil Salyer (Swing Tackle)
    DRAFT – OG/OC; 3rd/4th Rd (cheap depth)

  8. Great systems make good players great. It’s impossible for every O-lineman on one team to be the worst in the NFL at their position. That’s a bad system. The impact McDaniel will have can take an average O-line and make them great. No need to break the bank on single position standouts. Hortiz has also stated, if the right player shows up, they might draft a tackle to move to the guard position.

  13. If they let Oweh walk its a mistake. Coupling him with Tuli takes care of that position for the next 5-6 years. Other than O-line it should be priority #1 IMO. A run stopping linebacker couldnt hurt either. Otherwise you gave up draft capital AND a player for a one year rental.

  16. i have a terminal condition. i wont live to see the 2026 season. Go Bolts! I love every player, starting with Bozeman! Dude was a beast. He did his very best.

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