Chargers GM Joe Hortiz keeping options open for upcoming NFL draft

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz keeping options open for upcoming NFL draft

EL SEGUNDO — It might sound like a tired cliche, a trite bit of sports-speak that leaves skeptical observers shaking their heads because it seems like the most obvious way to avoid answering a direct question, but over the years, it’s become a sacred tenet for Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz. The Chargers, Hortiz said Thursday, would pick the best player available when the NFL draft is conducted next Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Hortiz cou…

Chargers general manager details on draft strategy

The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to rebound following an embarrassing loss to the Houston Texans in the wild-card round of the AFC playoffs last season. Star Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert turned in arguably the worst performance of his career. As poor as Herbert played against the Texans, it’s been no secret across the league that the Chargers need to do more to surround their talented arm with the proper pieces that will allow him to …