CLEMSON — R.J. Mickens heard his name called on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
The former Clemson safety was selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the sixth round with the No. 214 overall pick.
An NFL legacy, Mickens recorded 229 tackles (13.5 for loss), seven interceptions, 15 pass breakups and a fumble recovery across 60 games (30 starts) in his Clemson career from 2020-24.
Mickens, who became the 10th player in Clemson history to play 60 career games, earned a third-team all-conference nod from Phil Steele in 2021 and was a third-team All-ACC selection by Pro Football Focus in 2022.