Omar Navarro

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine has kicked off in Indianapolis.

The Bolts head into the2026 NFL Draft, which will be held in Pittsburgh, with five selections starting with No. 22 overall.

Take a look at who draft analysts have the Chargers selecting in the draft as of early February.

The opinions, analysis and/or speculation expressed below represent those of individual authors and do not represent the opinions or policies of the Chargers' organization, front office staff, coaches and executives.

Mel Kiper, Jr.,ESPN- G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Last updated: February 24, 2026

A lot of the Chargers' offensive line woes can be traced back to injuries to tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater. But the interior had its own problems. Zion Johnson (now a free agent) and Mekhi Becton both struggled at guard. GM Joe Hortiz has to do something to prevent all these hits quarterback Justin Herbert is taking every Sunday, and Ioane has a great combination of sheer power and agility. He hasn't given up a sack since 2023. Plus, Ioane could help open some rushing lanes for Omarion Hampton in the back's second year.

The Athletic's College Football Staff,The AthleticG Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Last updated: February 24, 2026

They are set at tackle when Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt are healthy, but the interior offensive line needs dramatic upgrades. Ioane was a first-team All-Big Ten performer in 2025 and didn't allow a sack over his final two seasons with the Nittany Lions. Jim Harbaugh rarely turns down an opportunity to bolster the trenches.

Dalton Wasserman,Pro Football Focus- EDGE Akheem Mesidor, Miami (FL)

Last updated: February 23, 2026

The Chargers need offensive line reinforcements, but with the top interior option off the board, they opt for an edge rusher. Mesidor earned an elite 92.5 PFF overall grade in 2025, ranking fourth among qualified FBS edge defenders, one spot behind teammate Rueben Bain Jr.

Second round (No. 55):T Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern

Third round (No. 86):WR CJ Daniels, Miami (FL)

Blake Brockermeyer,CBS Sports- IOL Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Last updated: February 23, 2026

The Chargers value size, and Loane is my favorite interior prospect. He's a mauler in the run game who elevated his play in protection in 2025, allowing just three pressures all season. He's a physical player who looks to break an opponent's will and plays through the whistle. Loane is a better athlete in space than he gets credit for and is a solid puller who can erase defenders.

Eric Froton,NBC Sports- G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Last updated: February 23, 2026

Olaivavega Iaone (6'4/328) quietly delivered one of the cleanest offensive line seasons in the Big Ten in 2025, allowing 0 sacks and only a 0.7% pressure rate on 294 pass-blocking snaps, pairing that with a 99.7% pass-block efficiency and an 87.1 PFF pass-block grade, all while drawing just one penalty. He logged 306 run-block snaps and earned a 78.6 PFF run-block grade, with a modest 1.6% blown-block rate on run plays that reflects good functional control rather than volatility or busts. Taken together, Iaone profiled as a high-floor interior operator whose snap-to-snap consistency, clean sheet in pass pro, and minimal penalty/negative-play footprint made him a stabilizing anchor for a run-oriented Penn State front

Gennaro Filice,NFL.comEDGE T.J. Parker, Clemson

Last updated: February 20, 2026

With Odafe Oweh and Khalil Mack on expiring contracts, Los Angeles needs to address the OLB spot opposite breakout Pro Bowler Tuli Tuipulotu. Jim Harbaugh and Co. seem to prefer bigger edges who bring it against the pass and run. Parker fits the bill. He went viral at the Senior Bowl for forklifting an offensive tackle with his signature long-arm move.

The Athletic NFL Staff, Daniel Popper,The AthleticEDGE Keldric Faulk, Auburn

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Since taking over in 2024, GM Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh have not taken a defensive player in the first two rounds of the draft. That was a fine strategy when they had Jesse Minter, a defensive coordinator who proved capable of doing more with less from a personnel standpoint. But now Minter is gone, and the Chargers have a first-year play caller in new defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary. They need to invest in defensive talent. As it stands, edge rushers Odafe Oweh and Khalil Mack are headed for free agency. Even if the Chargers re-sign both players, they should start planning for life after Mack, who is entering his age-35 season. Faulk gives the Chargers a player to groom in the edge room. He has alignment versatility that will pair well with the flexible Tuli Tuipulotu, who has been very successful kicking inside on pass-rush downs in his career.

Nate Tice, Charles McDonald,Yahoo SportsG Vega Ioane, Penn State

Last updated: February 19, 2026

It's impossible to predict losing so many offensive linemen to injury, but having more of them at least gives an opportunity to build some much-needed depth up front.

Charles Davis,NFL.comCB Colton Hood, Tennessee

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Hood is not only a good cover corner but a fierce tackler, as well. That's the brand of football Jim Harbaugh wants to play.

FOX Sports Research,FOX SportsEDGE R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Thomas is one of three SEC players to have recorded over 15 sacks and three forced fumbles in the last two seasons, and has demonstrated elite speed off the edge. While he's a bit undersized at 6-2, he's an ideal fit for a Chargers defense that needs a speed-rusher.

Tom Fornelli,CBS SportsDL Peter Woods, Clemson

Last updated: February 19, 2026

I'm not as high on Peter Woods as the industry consensus. He does possess a rare combination of power and athleticism that causes scouts to drool, but I worry about his length and how it will translate to the next level. I'd also like to see him showcase it more often. There are too many snaps where he looks ordinary.

Ayrton Ostly,USA TodayOT Caleb Lomu, Utah

Last updated: February 18, 2026

Los Angeles' troubles on the interior offensive line are well-documented. Lomu played left tackle for the Utes but should start his career at guard to develop his impressive raw tools. His athleticism should complement new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's run schemes.