The Facts: The Chargers and third-round pick Hester have agreed to terms. Hester received an $833,000 signing bonus and a four-year deal.

Diehards Line:The FB-sized Hester is being counted on to replace the departed Michael Turner in the Chargers' backfield this season. Though Hester lacks the burst of an elite-level back, he is an instinctive runner who will thrive in San Diego's downhill running game. Moreover, Hester's receiving skills are considered superior to those of Turner and his multi-positional flexibility adds another dimension to Norv Turner's explosive offense. Remember: The Chargers gave up a 2009 second-round pick to grab him.