Los Angeles acquired edge rusher Odafe Oweh and a 2027…
Los Angeles acquired edge rusher Odafe Oweh and a 2027 seventh-round pick from Baltimore for safety Alohi Gilman and a 2026 fifth-rounder. Oweh then delivered 7.5 sacks in 12 games for the Chargers, giving the deal immediate impact at a premium position. Baltimore still recovered a veteran defensive back and pick No. 162, used on Chandler Rivers, which keeps the Ravens' grade respectable.
Baltimore Ravens Received
- player Alohi Gilman
- pick 2026 5th round pick (162nd overall, Chandler Rivers)
Los Angeles Chargers Received
- player Odafe Oweh
- pick 2027 7th round pick (via Los Angeles Rams)
Trade Analysis
What Changed Hands
The Chargers received Odafe Oweh plus a 2027 seventh-round pick that had come through the Rams. Baltimore received veteran safety Alohi Gilman and a 2026 fifth-round selection. That pick landed at No. 162, where the Ravens selected cornerback Chandler Rivers. The structure matters because Baltimore did not simply dump an expiring edge player; it obtained an experienced defender and a middle Day 3 choice.
Why Oweh Tilts the Deal
Oweh immediately supplied the premium production Los Angeles wanted. He recorded 7.5 sacks in 12 games after the trade, giving the Chargers a disruptive edge presence for a relatively modest draft cost. Pass rush carries more scarcity than safety depth, so productive snaps from Oweh weigh heavily. The future seventh also slightly reduces the net price paid by Los Angeles.
How Baltimore's Return Holds Up
Gilman gave Baltimore a veteran option in the secondary, while Rivers became a fresh developmental corner at pick No. 162. That is a legitimate return and prevents a harsh grade. The uncertainty is that Rivers had not yet established an NFL track record by August 2026, while Oweh's post-trade production was already visible. Baltimore's long-term case can improve if Rivers becomes a dependable contributor. Baltimore also retained a reasonable chance for the return to age well because Rivers entered the league on a low-cost rookie contract.
Final Verdict
Los Angeles Chargers Win. The B+ reflects a strong immediate pass-rush return without a premium draft expenditure. Baltimore earns a B- because Gilman and Rivers provide two useful paths to value, but the known results favor the team that acquired the proven edge production.