As of June 17, all nine unsigned draft picks from the 2024 class have now reached agreements, marking a significant improvement from the previous year where more than 10 second-round picks remained unsigned into July.
The Chargers have recently signed second-round wide receiver Ladd McConkey to a four-year rookie deal, making him the final player from the second round to agree to terms. As the No. 34 overall pick, McConkey’s contract will be mostly guaranteed.
The negotiation process with McConkey likely faced some challenges due to salary differences between picks nearby, but ultimately he secured a deal that surpasses what others in similar positions have received in the past. With the salary cap on the rise, second-round picks are seeing increased guarantees in their contracts, and McConkey is no exception.
McConkey’s signing comes at a pivotal time for the Chargers as they undergo changes in their roster and offensive strategy. He joins a group of talented receivers who will be crucial in supporting quarterback Justin Herbert in the upcoming season.
Despite some setbacks with injuries in the past, McConkey has shown promise and potential for the Chargers. His speed and performance on the field make him a valuable addition to the team’s receiving corps.
The completion of McConkey’s deal marks the finalization of the Chargers’ draft class signings for the year. Here is a summary of their selections:
- Round 1, No. 5: Joe Alt (T, Notre Dame) (signed)
- Round 2, No. 34 (via Patriots): Ladd McConkey (WR, Georgia) (signed)
- Round 3, No. 69: Junior Colson (LB, Michigan) (signed)
- Round 4, No. 105: Justin Eboigbe (DL, Alabama) (signed)
- Round 4, No. 137 (from Chargers): Tarheeb Still (CB, Maryland) (signed)
- Round 5, No. 140: Cam Hart (CB, Notre Dame) (signed)
- Round 6, No. 181: Kimani Vidal (RB, Troy) (signed)
- Round 7, No. 225: Brenden Rice (WR, USC) (signed)
- Round 7, No. 253: Cornelius Johnson (WR, Michigan) (signed)