This NFL preseason provides a great opportunity to assess which individual members of the next rookie class have the best opportunities for immediate playing time. Look no further than the previous spring’s draft, and focus on the guys who were “needs-based” picks.

Tre Harris, of the Los Angeles Chargers, fits this designation fully. L.A. needed to amplify the quality of their receiving corps, and they found a potential answer in the second round, at the 55th overall section, with the Ole Miss product.

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And while Harris will help shore up quality at the position group, the Chargers’ depth took another hit, with the retirement of Mike Williams in mid-July. Williams, who was placed on the PUP list in training camp, was on a one-year deal, but he obviously felt that his eight previous years in the league was enough.

So who will the Bolts get to replace him? Well, RG.org listed out some potential names, writing: “Although there are other options available in free agency, like Gabe Davis and Amari Cooper, the Chargers should have their sights focused on Allen.”

And the Allen referred to there is obviously Keenan Allen, who spent 10 seasons with the club, going to the Pro Bowl six times. It’s looking like a reunion may potentially happen, as Allen reportedly met with the Chargers on Friday. At this stage in his career, Allen could slot in as the WR4.

That would make him the first guy stepping up to fill in, should one of the starting trio go down with an injury. You can count Harris in that group, as ESPN’s current depth chart projects him the WR3.

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Ladd McConkey is the hands-down number one. Given that he finished in the top ten in receiving yards last season, his status is legit. Quentin Johnson, who has shown some flashes, but hasn’t truly lived up to the hype yet, is the #2.

Harris, if he realizes his full potential this season, could replace him in that role. We’ll see if the “late start” of sorts, hinders him. One of the main NFL storylines this summer was the high number second-round draft picks who were delayed in signing their deals and reporting to camp.

Maybe it won’t matter, as Harris comes to the NFL having just played in a very pass happy system, under some fine offensive minds. Mississippi Head Coach Lane Kiffin is known for being elite when it comes to offensive schemes, and he has NFL experience on his CV.

Ole Miss Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Charlie Weis Jr. is one of their fastest rising prospects in the coaching world. His penchant for scheme will have no doubt helped make Harris more pro ready.

The Chargers truly have a second round pick who is ready to provide instant impact.

This article originally appeared on Draft Wire: Chargers rookie WR Tre Harris will be exactly what the team needs