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Chargers need to get Bosa, Ingram help on defensive line

As the Chargers prepare for the NFL draft, an examination of their roster. Part 2 of 8: Defensive line.

Before the 2016 NFL draft, the Chargers sat in a position of control. They owned the No. 3 pick and knew — thanks to trades by the Rams and Eagles that landed those teams Jared Goff and Carson Wentz, respectively — they'd have their choice of any non-quarterback available.

The pick was a well-kept secret, but the Chargers were sure who they wanted: defensive end Joey Bosa.