Hall of Famers Seau, Dean stand out as Chargers' top picks
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: San Diego went for the hometown pick in 1990, selecting Oceanside native and Southern California linebacker Junior Seau at No. 5 overall. He ended up becoming one of the most popular players in franchise history with 12 consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, tied for fourth among defensive players. The 2015 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee was the league's Defensive Player of the Year in 1992 and was part of the Team of the Decade for the 1990s. His 47 sacks in 11 seasons with the Chargers are second most in franchise history among linebackers.
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