Omarion Hampton

Last season was challenging for the Chargers offense, which eventually imploded under the weight of offensive line injuries. That weight fell hard on the backfield, yet Hampton still demonstrated clear promise and major fantasy upside as a rookie, averaging 4.4 YPC and scoring five TDs in nine games. At 6-feet, 221, Hampton has all the tools to project as a high-volume workhorse, including as a pass catcher. He dominated at North Carolina (back-to-back 1,500-yard rushing seasons) and then posted strong numbers at the 2025 Combine (4.46-second 40, 130-inch broad jump). Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh spoke glowingly of Hampton after the 2025 NFL Draft, declaring that the team had refused a major trade offer for the 22nd overall pick, unwilling to pass on Hampton. An abbreviated rookie season mostly validated Harbaugh's zeal, with only injuries stopping Hampton from making a real charge at Rookie of the Year honors. A fracture in his left ankle cost Hampton eight games, and then later a right ankle sprain cost him one full game and nearly all of another. With Hampton and his offensive line expected back healthy this season, new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel has a full toolkit to improve on Greg Roman's lackluster rushing attack. The Chargers did sign Keaton Mitchell, showing some intention to use a backup RB, but the 191-pound former Raven has never taken even 70 touches in an NFL season. Hampton should be busy, and the Chargers offense may be getting a facelift. Read Past Outlooks