Chargers fans should hold off on Jeremiah Smith dreams as offense finds its footing

Writer G.C. Bellchamber argues that Los Angeles Chargers fans should not expect the team to draft Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, despite an 0-3 start to the 2026 NFL season. Following losses to the Arizona Cardinals, Las Vegas Raiders, and Buffalo Bills, the Chargers offense ranks among the league's worst in EPA per play.

However, Bellchamber contends that Jim Harbaugh's team possesses too much baseline talent to remain at the bottom of the standings. While reaching the playoffs appears unlikely, the writer projects the Chargers will win enough games against easier upcoming opponents to fall out of contention for a top-four draft selection.