Why Omarion Hampton Believes the Chargers Are Perfect Fit For Him

Posted May 1, 2025
It's safe to say North Carolina native Omarion Hampton is going to enjoy his time in Los Angeles. The Chargers first-round pick joined The Jim Rome Show on Tuesday, a few after being the No. 22 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. His biggest takeaway from now being on the West Coast? There's nothing like it. "It's L.A., there's not a better place in the world." (Los Angeles Chargers)

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