NFL world reacts to Chargers drafting Jake Slaughter at No. 63
Here's how the NFL world reacted to the Los Angeles Chargers drafting OL Jake Slaughter in the second round.
The second day of the 2026 NFL draft kicked off Friday, with the Chargers selecting offensive lineman Jake Slaughter with the No. 63 overall pick. The Bolts traded out of their original pick at No.
55 overall with the Patriots. The Chargers instead picked at No. 63 in the second round of the draft, adding picks at Nos.
131 and 202. The Chargers originally held five picks in the 2026 draft, but added two via the trade with New England. One of the Chargers' biggest needs heading into the three-day extravaganza was the O-line.
The team signed Cole Strange to a two-year, $13 million deal, but needed depth after the unit struggled mightily in 2025. The three-year starter at Florida he "absolutely comfortable" moving inside to guard. He will likely complete for a starting spot ahead of the 2026 season.