Star ACC DT Lands With Chargers in Fresh Mock Draft
All of the talk surrounding the Los Angeles Chargers is about what they will do with the fifth overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft but the team has more needs across the roster that can't be solved with one addition. The Bolts' second-round pick is early enough that it can essentially be considered a late first-rounder.
In a new seven-round mock draft by Pro Football Focus's Trevor Sikkema, he has the Bolts addressing a major need in the middle of their defensive line. Sikkema has the Chargers selecting defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro out of Clemson. The big man dominated with the Tigers, giving him a chance to be taken early in the draft.
"The Chargers brought back Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack to play on the edge in 2024, but they could use some new talent along the interior defensive line. In a projected 3-4 defense, Orhorhoro could play one of the two end spots. He measured in at 6-foot-4 and 294 pounds, which is still a bit lighter for interior defensive linemen, as a whole, but as a defensive end for the Chargers, he could be the perfect fit. He tested like an elite interior defensive lineman with most athletic scores from the combine coming in the high 80th percentile or low 90th percentile. He wins a bit too much off athleticism right now, but as long as he hones in on the fundamentals his versatility will be displayed."
Orhorhoro played in 12 games for the Tigers last season, posting 25 total tackles with eight of them being for loss. He also added five sacks along the way, showing his quickness to get into the backfield.
He uses his athleticism to win his battles but it's his footwork that has prospective teams very interested in him. Orhorhoro would be a steal for the Bolts in the second-round and would instantly help their defensive front be taken to a new level.
