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NFL Football Players Draft Injuries Rookies Season SuperbowlPublished: July 23, 2009
5. Shawne Merriman
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman was decimated with injuries in the ACL area, which required season-ending surgery only a few weeks into the season.
Despite not being much of a factor last season, Merriman wants to make an impact on a Chargers defense that faced great trouble in 2008.
Though many people believe that Merriman is no longer a dominating player, from San Diego's perspective, his rehab did go well, and he should be ready for opening weekend.
While Merriman is considered a linebacker, he is one of the best pass rushers in the game, recording 12.5 sacks in the 2007 season.
Merriman's return improves San Diego's pass rush and their run defense.