The Los Angeles Chargers selected UNC running back Omarion Hampton with their first-round pick. Many expected them to select an offensive playmaker, but a running back wasn't discussed much at No. 22 considering how deep the class was.

When the Chargers selected Omarion Hampton with the No. 22 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, head coach Jim Harbaugh saw more than just a talented running back — he saw the ideal fit for his offensive identity.

Running back Omarion Hampton had to wait until the 22nd overall pick to hear his name called in the first round of the draft last week, but he was more concerned with the team doing the picking than the number of the pick.