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Omarion Hampton Drafted by the Chargers in First Round of NFL Draft


For the second consecutive year, the University of North Carolina has produced a first round draft pick, as running back was selected by the Los Angeles Chargers with the 22nd pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. During his junior campaign in 2024, Hampton rushed for a career-high 1,660 yards and 15 touchdowns on 281 attempts. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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Omarion Hampton Drafted by the Chargers in First Round of NFL Draft