Hernández: Joe Alt fits Jim Harbaugh's 'competitors welcome' philosophy
by Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times— Malik Nabers would’ve been a Hollywood pick. The same with Rome Odunze, the other top receiver who was available. The Chargers went in another direction Thursday. Offensive tackle Joe Alt, whom they chose fifth overall in the NFL draft, was a trademark Jim Harbaugh selection. Harbaugh wants the Chargers to run the ball? Alt, who was measured at the combine at 6 feet 9 and 321 pounds, should allow them to do that. Harbaugh wants to protect quarterback Justin Herbert? Alt, who was a two-time...
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