The Los Angeles Chargers, under coach Jim Harbaugh, made a strategic move in the NFL Draft by trading up to acquire the 34th pick from the Patriots to select wide receiver Ladd McConkey from Georgia. This decision, praised by analysts, positions McConkey as a top target for quarterback Justin Herbert. Known for his 4.39 speed and route-running ability, McConkey is expected to significantly enhance the Chargers' receiving corps. His versatility allows him to play both outside and in the slot, despite some concerns about his injury history and previous production levels.
Ladd McConkey was not just a slot receiver in college. He played outside 69%. Attacked all layers of field & was highly productive against zone. (25% target rate) Great chance to start immediately for Chargers at Z & bump inside in 3WR sets. WR4 with room to grow in fantasy.
Quick reaction to #Chargers selecting Georgia WR Ladd McConkey: https://t.co/f1VvWPGm3i
NFL draft: #Chargers trade up to take Georgie wide receiver Ladd McConkey in the 2nd round. Read what he said about playing with quarterback Justin Herbert. https://t.co/IVsAh5qb0g
A route running specialist, an immediate top target for Justin Herbert. @Jordan_Reid gives his analysis on the #Chargers selection of @GeorgiaFootball WR @laddmcconkey02 https://t.co/TfOmHpq6I8 https://t.co/fBnJoi93an
Ladd McConkey isn’t just 4.39 fast, he is quicker than a fox. It makes him a tough cover and a quarterbacks best friend. When I watched his tape, I just kept saying dang he set that route up perfectly and gives DBs no time to recover. The @chargers and Herbert have their Ladd. https://t.co/Mm01CceHbl
With the 34th pick in the #NFLDraft, the LA Chargers take Ladd McConkey out of Georgia #BoltUp #GoDawgs @mikeblewitt @GOFORTHE2 https://t.co/V55ZkNKa1J
9 minutes on Chargers new WR Ladd McConkey https://t.co/KpZcMlAJex Don't comp him to the typical (white) slot WRs He was not given the easy production (Brock Bowers was). McConkey had to run legit intermediate and downfield routes on the outside. He won and is a ++ athlete. https://t.co/yFrNGZcXdk
I love the fit of Ladd McConkey to the Chargers. Just love.
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New on @TheNFLWire: To get a receiver of Ladd McConkey's stature in the top of the second round is an absolute gift for the Chargers, who traded up to make this move. McConkey will make Jim Harbaugh's receiver-thin group much better right off the bat. And he's not just a default…
First trade of Day 2 in the #NFLDraft Love this pick for the #Chargers. Give me a WR- Ladd McConkey / Justin Herbert stack for #FantasyFootball 🏈 https://t.co/uAEPfW97U0
Patriots traded 34 to the Chargers and Jim Harbaugh selected Ladd McConkey. D A W G S Also, he's gonna be a menace in the NFL. He's indefensible in one-on-one coverage.
Ladd McConkey is my WR7. Outside wideout with crisp feet Great hands catcher. Not afraid to hand fight with CBs. Can play the slot too. Tough blocker. Some injury questions and lacked ideal production. Had immense upside to be the top WR for the #Chargers #HallamAnalysis
The Patriots get to take Ladd McConkey now, and they have to take Ladd McConkey. You have to give Drake Maye people to throw to.