2011 NFL Draft: The Chargers Can Go Several Ways with First-Round Pick

March 14, 2011   ·   Brian DiTullio   ·   Jump to comments

The Chargers Could Draft For Offense Or Defense In First Round

The San Diego Chargers were one of the NFL's biggest disappointments in 2010, but still had some of the league's best numbers on offense and defense.

The Chargers did not have the numbers where it counted in the win/loss column, and therefore they draft 18th this year. The Chargers do need to improve their pass rush, and another offensive lineman would not be a bad thing either.

The Chargers also have several questions at wide receiver due to free agency and could take a receiver early in the draft.

ESPN's Mel Kiper believes the Chargers will not take a receiver with their first pick and target Cameron Jordan in his latest mock draft.

"Jordan is a guy ready to help immediately," said Kiper. "An experienced player who thrived as a 3-4 defensive end at Cal, he should adapt quickly and provide early production. A force against both the run or the pass, he combines leverage, pass-rush ...

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