Could Chargers' GM Joe Hortiz add another new face to the team's offensive line?
The 2026 NFL fiscal year is off and running, and some teams have been more active than others. Jim Harbaugh’spresented his three-round mock draft. In a bit of a surprise, he had the Chargers using the 22nd overall pick onIn the second round, Elijah gave Harbaugh and Pro Bowl quarterback Justin Herbert some more help up front with the addition of University of Oregon product Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images “Bolstering the interior offensive line could be a logical move for the Chargers,” explained Elijah, “and Emmanuel Pregnon offers the type of stability teams covet in the trenches. The talented lineman has emerged as one of the top interior blockers in the 2026 class thanks to his well-rounded skill set and consistent play.”Dec 30, 2022; Tucson, AZ, USA; Wyoming Cowboys guard Emmanuel Pregnon against the Ohio Bobcats during the 2022 Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesNFL.com’s Lance Zierlein had this evaluation of the 6’4”, 314-pound blocker, and compared Pregnon to current Los Angeles Rams’ guard Kevin Dotson— “Ultra-durable and experienced, Pregnon has the prototypical frame of a downhill blocker. He’ll get beat to first contact but usually reclaims the rep using well-placed hands, a broad base and upper-body power to displace and finish with authority. Range and foot quickness are average as a move blocker and lead to block leakage against slants.” “In pass pro,” added Zierlein, “he leverages his length well and is quick to detect twists/blitz development. Long pass slides and forward lunges invite counters from skilled, sub-package rushers but protection isn’t a major concern. He’ll be an older rookie who projects as a good plug-and-play starter and immediate run-blocking upgrade.”Russell S. Baxter has been writing and researching the game of football for more than 40 years, and on numerous platforms. That includes television, as he spent more than two decades at ESPN, and was part of shows that garnered five Emmy Awards. He also spent the 2015 NFL season with Thursday Night Football on CBS/NFLN.
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