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Breaking down eight NFL draft picks the Chargers made and how they fit

Los Angeles Times' Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller examines every NFL draft pick by the team: Zion Johnson — Guard 6 feet 3, 312 pounds, Boston College, Round 1, Pick 17 — Notable: Johnson spent two years at Davidson before moving on to Boston College, where he played for three seasons. — Last season: Johnson returned to college for a super-senior season and elevated his draft stock with an ...
Zion Johnson onstage after being selected 17th overall by the Los Angeles Chargers during the first round of the NFL Draft on April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas.

Los Angeles Times' Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller examines every NFL draft pick by the team:

Zion Johnson — Guard

6 feet 3, 312 pounds, Boston College, Round 1, Pick 17

— Notable: Johnson spent two years at Davidson before moving on to Boston College, where he played for three seasons.

— Last season: Johnson returned to college for a super-senior season and elevated his draft stock with an impressive showing.

— Why the Chargers drafted him: The Chargers' rebuild of their offensive line continued with the addition of Johnson, a versatile piece who slots in as their

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