Chargers Select UCLA Running Back Joshua Kelley In NFL Draft

COSTA MESA (CBSLA) — In Saturday's 2020 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers selected UCLA running back Joshua Kelley.

Kelley was the sixth player drafted in the fourth round and the 112th overall choice.

The 5-foot-11-inch, 219-pound Kelley was UCLA's MVP for both seasons he played with the Bruins.

Born in Inglewood, Kelley grew up in Lancaster, and began his college career at UC Davis, then UCLA.

"It was like, 'Wow, I was born in Inglewood. Spent some time in the LA-area for so long, now I'm going to play for a professional team out there.' Man, that's just God. That's just incredible to be a part of," Kelley said. "It's been a bumpy ride but I think for me, I reflect back on the journey. It has been tough, it has been challenging, but God is good."

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