Chargers: Five best draft picks in team history

By Josh Criswell

April 27, 2017

Every year, the NFL Draft produces immediate stars and hidden gems. With the 2017 draft set to get underway Thursday evening, we've compiled some of the best Chargers draft picks in franchise history.

The list is composed of four Hall of Famers and one Chargers great that will be inducted this August. Check it out below!

Also, don't forget to join AM 570 LA Sports for live coverage from the Los Angeles Chargers Draft Headquarters and Official Party at Downtown Disney beginning at 5pm!

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Five Best Chargers Draft Picks in Team History
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LaDainian Tomlinson, RB (2001, Round 1, Pick 5)
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Kellen Winslow, TE (1979, Round 1, Pick 13)
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Dan Fouts, QB (1973, Round 3, Pick: 64)
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Fred Dean, DE (1975, Round 2, Pick: 33)
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Junior Seau, LB (1990, Round 1, Pick 5)

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