2 Research Notes for NFL Draft and related
2009.04.13  Chargers Rarely Draft Offense Early
The Chargers very rarely draft on the offensive side of the ball in the first round. Over the past 20 years the Chargers have only used four 1st round draft picks on offensive players.
Chargers Offensive 1st Round Draft Picks - Last 20 Years
Year Player Pos School
2007 Craig Davis WR LSU
2004 Eli Manning QB Ole Miss>>
2001 LaDainian Tomlinson RB TCU
1999 Ryan Leaf QB Washington State
>>Traded to Giants on Draft Day
2009.04.13  Chargers Looking for Tomlinson's Replacement?
With LaDainian Tomlinson getting up there in age, the Chargers may select a running back in the 1st or 2nd round.
Running Backs Selected in 1st or 2nd Round by Chargers - Since 1990
Year Player School Round
2001 LaDainian Tomlinson TCU 1st
1999 Jermaine Fazande Oklahoma 2nd
1995 Terrell Fletcher Wisconsin 2nd
1993 Natrone Means North Carolina 2nd
1991 Eric Bieniemy Colorado 2nd
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