Chargers' pick in 2025 mock draft would take Justin Herbert's offense to the next level

Mock drafts are all of the rage in March and April. Fans want to know who their team may select in the upcoming NFL Draft. Way-too-early mocks are a fun scenario to do during the summer, too. For the Los Angeles Chargers, the latest mock draft from ESPN's Matt Miller gifts them a new weapon for Justin Herbert.

Miller explains how ESPN got to their draft order for this exercise. It's a unique way, but it makes sense.

Our draft order for this exercise comes from ESPN's Football Power Index , which uses thousands of simulations to predict the 2024 NFL season . In turn, that gives us a 1-32 order, starting with the Patriots at No. 1. -- Matt Miller, ESPN

Chargers select Oregon WR Evan Stewart in 2025 NFL mock draft

A look at the Chargers' depth chart right now shows question marks throughout the wide receiver room, where rookie Ladd McConkey will be asked to make an immediate contribution. Bolstering the group next offseason has to be a priority. Stewart is a former five-star recruit who is transferring to Oregon from Texas A&M, and incoming Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel figures to get him the ball early and often. Stewart (6-foot, 175 pounds) will compete with returning starter Tez Johnson for targets, but his burst and ability in the open field remind me of Jaylen Waddle during his time at Alabama. -- Matt Miller, ESPN

Stewart is the definition of a 'burner' in the NFL. His speed is elite, and his elusiveness with the ball in his hands is quite the marvel for scouts and spectators alike.

Los Angeles just added Ladd McConkey in round two of the 2024 NFL Draft, but many folks would agree they could use more WR help in the near future. Adding a player like Stewart would create quite the young duo for a Justin Herbert offense.

Just take a look at the Jaylen Waddle comp from Miller in the above report. Waddle is set to be the top WR in Miami if/after Tyreek Hill departs. The skillset can be top NFL wideout-level for Stewart if he puts it all together.

Not to mention, Jim Harbaugh and his staff are now in the fold for the Chargers, and Stewart would be a unique chess piece for his offense to use. We will see id a WR like Stewart is on their radar by next April.

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