Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor (DL51) speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The Chargers selected Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, out of the U with the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 draft. Here’s what you need to know.
Stats & Accolades2020 (West Virginia): (10 games played, 1 start), 32 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, Second-Team All-Big 122021 (West Virginia): (13 games played, 13 starts), 38 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, Honorable Mention All-Big 122022 (Miami): (11 games played, 8 starts), 38 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss, 7 sacks, 4 passdeflections, forced fumble2023 (Miami): (3 games played, 2 starts), 5 tackles, tackle for loss, sack2024 (Miami): (13 games played, 13 starts), 32 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks2025 (Miami): (15 games played, 15 starts), 63 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, 4 forced fumblesWhat the Chargers are getting:A very experienced, well-coached edge rusher who overcomes his lack of prototypical length with a motor that just doesn’t seem to quit. He wants to be a tone-setter for the defense and a leader by example with the way he flies around the field to make the splash play. His age as a rookie will turn some teams off (25 when season begins) but the production and overall makeup will keep him in the first-round conversation come April.StrengthsHigh-running motor that doesn’t seem to lessen as game goes onIncessant pursuit on backside runsFlexible pass rusher who can switch from power to finesse and back when neededWeaknessOlder prospect, will be 25-year old rookieLacks ideal length for a first-round edge rusherOveraggression on backside pursuits can be exploited by offensesAthletic Testing/MeasurablesHeight: 6’3”Weight: 259 pounds40-yard dash: N/A10-yard split: N/AVertical jump: N/ABroad jump: N/A3-cone drill: N/AShort shuttle: N/ABench Press: N/A