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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 28

Chargers GM Says Mickens ‘Not Afraid’ to Mix It Up

Coming back to Clemson for a fifth year paid off for RJ Mickens. The former Clemson safety was drafted in the sixth round by the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL Draft with pick No.

Chargers draft R.J. Mickens: Instant analysis of LA's 6th-round pick

Chargers draft R.J. Mickens: Instant analysis of LA's 6th-round pick

The Los Angeles Chargers made their eighth pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Clemson safety R.J. Mickens with the No.214 overall pick. Mickens stands at 6 feet, 199 pounds and tested well at the Combine.

Who is R.J. Mickens? Versatile safety has always believed, now gets his chance in 2025 NFL draft

Who is R.J. Mickens? Versatile safety has always believed, now gets his chance in 2025 NFL draft

Clemson safety R.J. Mickens had a memorable senior season with the Tigers, earning his shot to be a valuable asset in the 2025 NFL draft. In an under-appreciated safety class, Mickens is one of the standouts.

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Former Clemson DB Posts Strong 40-Yard Dash Time at NFL Combine

Former Clemson safety R.J. Mickens ran the 40-yard dash on Friday, when defensive backs and tight ends worked out at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

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