The Chargers appear poised to take that next step in their second season under Jim Harbaugh. The moves made this offseason reflect this, as the team aims to elevate itself into legitimate contender status.
Let’s rank the Chargers’ 10 biggest acquisitions from this offseason:
1. Omarion Hampton
The front office could’ve gone for a different position with the 22nd overall pick but opted to go with the ‘best player available’ approach. Hampton has all of the traits to be a star at the next level after a phenomenal collegiate career. It seems the Chargers have found their long-term guy in the backfield.
2. Mekhi Becton
This move flew a bit under the radar because it happened in the latter half of the free agent frenzy. Nonetheless, it was a huge acquisition to shore up the interior part of the line. Formerly an offensive tackle, Becton thrived in his first season as a full-time right guard in 2024 with the Eagles. He will bring an old-school style to this offense that Jim Harbaugh will love, and it should help open up massive lanes in the run game.
3. Tre Harris
The team didn’t address the wide receiver position much in free agency and then avoided it with their first pick in the NFL Draft. Thankfully, a talent like Harris fell to the second round. One could argue he’s the biggest X-factor in the determination of the ceiling of the 2025 Chargers. If he can adjust to the pros quickly, this will be a scary offense.
4. Da’Shawn Hand
Hand’s talent may not be deserving of No. 4 on this list, but it was a huge signing given the need at the position. The veteran played a career-high 563 defensive snaps in 2024, and the Chargers may need him to reach that number again. Hand will play a big role in what is an otherwise inexperienced defensive line room.
5. Donte Jackson
Jackson replaced some key losses in the cornerback room and will provide leadership to youngsters like Cam Hart and Tarheeb Still. He’s started 92 games in his career and comes off a year in which he had a career-high five interceptions with the Steelers.
6. Najee Harris
A former Steeler occupies back-to-back spots. Harris got moved down a few spots here after the pick of Hampton in the NFL Draft for obvious reasons. Nonetheless, the former Alabama product will still be a good complementary piece while the rookie gets used to the NFL.
7. Jamaree Caldwell
Caldwell may have to step up and play more than a typical third-round rookie. That has mostly to do with the team’s aforementioned lack of depth and talent along the defensive line.
8. Kyle Kennard
Another rookie cracks the list, and this was a key acquisition for the depth of the edge rusher group. Kennard will see time as a rotational piece behind the starters Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu.
9. Andre James
At this point, the center job is between Bradley Bozeman and Zion Johnson. James still provides some starting experience, as he made 61 starts in six seasons with the Raiders.
10. Mike Williams
It’s easy to say Williams’ best days are behind him, but he returns to the place that drafted him eight years ago. The veteran hasn’t topped 300 receiving yards in a season since 2022, but he will provide key leadership for the young wideouts.
This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: Who were the Chargers’ 10 best acquisitions this offseason?
