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'My heart dropped': Mesidor describes surreal moment when he was drafted by Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers selected Canadian edge rusher Akheem Mesidor 22nd overall in Thursday's NFL Draft and becomes the sixth Canadian-born player taken in the first round. Mesidor spoke to media Friday and touched on what he's learned throughout his football journey and the traits he's ready to bring to the Chargers organization.


Raiders take Mendoza with first pick; Canadian Mesidor selected 22nd by Chargers

As expected the Raiders drafted their quarterback of the future in Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Rams made a splash by taking QB Ty Simpson with the 13th pick, which was higher than many experts predicted he would go. Canadian Akheem Mesidor was selected by the Chargers with the 22nd pick, after helping the Miami Hurricanes reach the National Championship game.


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