The 2025 NFL draft is just days aways, and the final predictions have been made.
Here’s one last mock draft roundup as analysts make their picks for the Chargers at No. 22 overall.
NFL Media’s Eric Edholm
Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Analysis: “Sure, the school connection helps for scouting purposes, but Grant really does fill the Chargers’ nose tackle needs well. He’d step right into the Poona Ford-sized hole up front.”
NFL Media’s Chad Reuter
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Analysis: “Jim Harbaugh picks one of his former Michigan players to serve as Justin Herbert’s new safety valve — don’t forget that Herbert won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2020 with tight end Hunter Henry serving as his second-most-targeted pass-catcher. Loveland’s strong hands and quick feet will make him an excellent starter in short order.”
ESPN’s Jordan Reid
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Analysis: “Ladd McConkey became the first rookie receiver to lead the Chargers in receptions in a season (82), accounting for 29% of the team’s receiving yards (ninth most in the NFL). But they can’t continue to rely on McConkey in that way. Loveland finished with 56 catches for 582 yards and five touchdowns in 2024 despite inconsistent quarterback play. He also is a serviceable blocker with sufficient play strength, a requirement for tight ends in Greg Roman’s offense. Oh, and he of course played for Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh at Michigan.”
CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones
Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Analysis: “The draft can be cruel, and that’s seen above where Pittsburgh takes a Michigan man just before Jim Harbaugh is on the clock. No matter, the Chargers eye a pass rusher in Stewart, who is always around the quarterback but never finishing (which is what causes him to fall in this mock.) The Bolts need some youth at pass rush, and they’ll coach up Stewart to get the sacks.”
PFF’s Andrew Ites
Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
Analysis: “Considering Josh Palmer‘s departure and Quentin Johnston‘s unreliability, the Chargers are extremely thin at wide receiver behind Ladd McConkey. Golden’s 4.29 speed led to 13 deep catches last season, which ranked 15th in college football. He’ll help stretch the field while McConkey continues to dominate in the intermediate areas.”
USA Today’s Nate Davis
Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Analysis: “His talent suggests top-five pick, particularly after he tested just about off the charts at the scouting combine – 4.59 40-yard dash and 40-inch vertical leap at 6-5, 267 pounds. His production (4½ sacks total in three seasons with the Aggies) suggests Day 3 pick. But dig a bit deeper and you’ll find Stewart had 33 hurries in 2024 and was a hellacious run defender. He also plays relentlessly, which HC Jim Harbaugh will appreciate, and should nicely bolster a defensive front which lost OLB Joey Bosa this offseason and probably won’t have OLB Khalil Mack for much longer.”
The 33rd Team’s Ian Valentino
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Analysis: “It’s hard not to be impressed by Matthew Golden’s speed, but Jim Harbaugh will likely be captivated by Emeka Egbuka’s contributions to run blocking. Egbuka embodies the true essence of a winning football player, making an impact on nearly every play.”
This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: 2025 NFL mock draft round-up: Experts make final picks for Chargers
The 2025 NFL draft is just days aways, and the final predictions have been made.
Here’s one last mock draft roundup as analysts make their picks for the Chargers at No. 22 overall.
NFL Media’s Eric Edholm
Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Analysis: “Sure, the school connection helps for scouting purposes, but Grant really does fill the Chargers’ nose tackle needs well. He’d step right into the Poona Ford-sized hole up front.”
NFL Media’s Chad Reuter
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Analysis: “Jim Harbaugh picks one of his former Michigan players to serve as Justin Herbert’s new safety valve — don’t forget that Herbert won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2020 with tight end Hunter Henry serving as his second-most-targeted pass-catcher. Loveland’s strong hands and quick feet will make him an excellent starter in short order.”
ESPN’s Jordan Reid
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Analysis: “Ladd McConkey became the first rookie receiver to lead the Chargers in receptions in a season (82), accounting for 29% of the team’s receiving yards (ninth most in the NFL). But they can’t continue to rely on McConkey in that way. Loveland finished with 56 catches for 582 yards and five touchdowns in 2024 despite inconsistent quarterback play. He also is a serviceable blocker with sufficient play strength, a requirement for tight ends in Greg Roman’s offense. Oh, and he of course played for Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh at Michigan.”
CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones
Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Analysis: “The draft can be cruel, and that’s seen above where Pittsburgh takes a Michigan man just before Jim Harbaugh is on the clock. No matter, the Chargers eye a pass rusher in Stewart, who is always around the quarterback but never finishing (which is what causes him to fall in this mock.) The Bolts need some youth at pass rush, and they’ll coach up Stewart to get the sacks.”
PFF’s Andrew Ites
Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
Analysis: “Considering Josh Palmer‘s departure and Quentin Johnston‘s unreliability, the Chargers are extremely thin at wide receiver behind Ladd McConkey. Golden’s 4.29 speed led to 13 deep catches last season, which ranked 15th in college football. He’ll help stretch the field while McConkey continues to dominate in the intermediate areas.”
USA Today’s Nate Davis
Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Analysis: “His talent suggests top-five pick, particularly after he tested just about off the charts at the scouting combine – 4.59 40-yard dash and 40-inch vertical leap at 6-5, 267 pounds. His production (4½ sacks total in three seasons with the Aggies) suggests Day 3 pick. But dig a bit deeper and you’ll find Stewart had 33 hurries in 2024 and was a hellacious run defender. He also plays relentlessly, which HC Jim Harbaugh will appreciate, and should nicely bolster a defensive front which lost OLB Joey Bosa this offseason and probably won’t have OLB Khalil Mack for much longer.”
The 33rd Team’s Ian Valentino
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Analysis: “It’s hard not to be impressed by Matthew Golden’s speed, but Jim Harbaugh will likely be captivated by Emeka Egbuka’s contributions to run blocking. Egbuka embodies the true essence of a winning football player, making an impact on nearly every play.”
This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: 2025 NFL mock draft round-up: Experts make final picks for Chargers
