2022 Official Bolts Draft Superthread

[Bolt4Knob]

Allow an avg less than 20 ppg on D with this offense and we're a top contender.
Our biggest problem in 2021 was depth. Let a starter get dinged and we struggled. We need guys that can compete for starting jobs. We all know the positions, some of us have different priorities but I don't see LAC not improving. We're too well set up.

I agree that hte Chargers are set up to improve - just excited to see what happens in a couple weeks

My guess if we as fans know whats up - Telesco and Staley do as well. Going to be defense - just what do they prioritize: IDL, Edge or DB

[Boltjolt]

In Indy,
earlier this morning,
TT reiterated
that the Combine
does not move
the needle much
with regard to LAC
draft prospect grades.

I can see that but a high rated prospect who times quicker will move that needle.

On the flip side a prospect that runs a fast 40 that isn't high on the list still won't help them much. Don't matter how fast you are if you can't catch, or cover or tackle.

[Formula 21]

Taking any of the 3 top dlineman possibly available at #17 seems to come with risk:

Ojaba may never develop much beyond what he is;
Karlaftis' impressive strength and hand usage might not be enough in the NFL - could be a bit too stiff.
Johnson might never be more than jag rushing the passer - too vertical going around the edge.

Walker has many tweener elements to his game: he could gain back 15 pounds and play 3 tech..


I think the corner backs available there will be probably safer picks.

I believe he could play the 4i at 285 and bring a physical, tone setter presence to the DL. Along with some pass rushing skill.

[Fleet 1]

The new Bucky Brooks mock





I'm not saying it will happen, but it could happen. He's a safety in a league where big men are in demand this year. He's my choice for surprise faller in the draft, perhaps to 17. Where I would pick him.

I mentioned this early in this thread. Its a no brainer to me. But like Derwin im going in thinking no way.

[Velo]

The Chargers met with Arkansas WR Treylon Burks, touted to be the next Debo Samuel, only bigger and faster. I also saw a mock with him going to the Chargers. He's 6-3, 225 and allegedly has sub 4.4 speed. In 2021 for the Razorbacks, in 12 games he had 66 catches for 1104 yds and 11 TDs. I wasn't thinking WR at No. 17, but if he could be Herbert's J'Marr Chase, why not?

[Fleet 1]

If he can time well he might get AJ Brown comps.

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[electricgold]

Since based on history it would seem the Chargers regard the senior bowl as something a bit more than the Combine, who had the best performance this year at the RT position in the Senior Bowl?

If this player is gone at 17 that would probably mean OT Cross dropped to pick 17???

Also did Rashawn Slater participate in the Senior bowl last season and how did he do?

[TexanBeerlover]

[powderblueboy]

Since based on history it would seem the Chargers regard the senior bowl as something a bit more than the Combine, who had the best performance this year at the RT position in the Senior Bowl?

If this player is gone at 17 that would probably mean OT Cross dropped to pick 17???

Also did Rashawn Slater participate in the Senior bowl last season and how did he do?

* No Slater at senior bowl last year.
* Edge players pretty much had their way with OTs at senior bowl this year
* Cross won't make it out of the top 10

[WindsorUK]

With our last 6 picks I want to see at least Kyle Phillips, Zamir White, and of course Matt Araiza.
3 guys that aren`t meant to go any higher but can make a difference to OUR football team.

[Formula 21]

The Chargers met with Arkansas WR Treylon Burks, touted to be the next Debo Samuel, only bigger and faster. I also saw a mock with him going to the Chargers. He's 6-3, 225 and allegedly has sub 4.4 speed. In 2021 for the Razorbacks, in 12 games he had 66 catches for 1104 yds and 11 TDs. I wasn't thinking WR at No. 17, but if he could be Herbert's J'Marr Chase, why not?

Chargers covering their bases if they let MWill walk. Who wouldn't want Burks?

So the Bolts draft Burks and spread MWills money around on 2 quality IDL? Its one way to improve the overall team talent.