There was one pick in particular, however, that Sikkema loved above all.
When looking at each team’s favorite picks Sikkema identified second-rounder Tre Harris as his top selection the Bolts made, as it gave the offense the pass catcher they needed.
Harris was the exact type of wide receiver the Chargers needed, bringing an elite PFF receiving grade on deep throws and a 61.5 [percent] contested catch rate. As a deep threat down the sideline, he can stretch the defense and maximize Justin Herbert’s arm strength while opening things up underneath for Ladd McConkey.
It was an offensive heavy class as Hampton and Harris figure to be key members of the future for Herbert and Co.
But there’s also another name that some are keeping an eye on in the later rounds.
The Athletic’s NFL beat reporters picked the biggest value pick and potential draft steal worth watching for each team.
And for the Chargers, The Athletic’s Daniel Popper is keeping an eye out on fifth-round pick Oronde Gadsden II, the dynamic pass catching tight end who could develop into a big part of the offense.
The Chargers have a great blocking tight end in Will Dissly. They added a seasoned and reliable possession receiver in tight end Tyler Conklin. What they were lacking was a vertical element, a tight end who could threaten defenses down the seam. Gadsden has the potential to be that type of player. There were better options earlier in the draft with players such as Colston Loveland, Elijah Arroyo and Terrance Ferguson. Instead, the Chargers took advantage of a deep group and found a capable skill set on Day 3.