Pros, cons of Los Angeles Chargers picking South Carolina’s Nick Barrett in NFL draft

South Carolina defensive tackle Nick Barrett was the second Gamecock selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Los Angeles Chargers picked Barrett with the No. 145 overall pick in the fifth round of the draft on April 25. The draft is being held in Pittsburgh. Barrett is a 6-foot-3, 327-pound defensive tackle who played five seasons at South Carolina. He will turn 23 in July. Barrett comes in with experience and leadership that will help earn respect immediately. His teammates at South Carolina voted him a permanent team captain for the 2025 season. On the field, he is a space-eater...