The Chargers have hit on a handful of players through the draft over the years, with the likes of Justin Herbert, Derwin James, and Rashawn Slater, among others.

However, according to Bleacher Report, there hasn’t been a pick as good as Drew Brees, who was selected 32nd overall in the 2001 NFL draft.

Brees checked in at No. 4 on the list of the best draft selections from the first quarter of the 21st century.

One of the most decorated and productive players in the history of the sport was overshadowed by Michael Vick, LaDainian Tomlinson and 29 others before finally going to San Diego in ‘01.

During his five years with the Bolts, Brees started in 58 games and passed for 12,348 yards, 80 touchdowns and 53 interceptions.

After hurting his shoulder in 2005, the team lost all confidence in Brees, leading to the decision to let him walk in free agency. He then signed with the Saints, where he would spend the next 15 years of his career.

Brees went on to win a Super Bowl (XLIV), be named the NFL’s Offensive Player of the Year twice (2008, 2011), and earn 13 trips to the Pro Bowl.

Brees finished as the NFL’s all-time leader in career passing yards (80,358) and ranked No. 2 in touchdown passes (571) and completion percentage (67.7%).

All in all, Brees is an all-time great quarterback and is one of the best players in Chargers history, despite his time with the team being cut short.

LaDainian Tomlinson deserved to be on this list, but Bleacher Report excluded players who were drafted in the top 10, and Tomlinson was selected fifth overall.

This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: One Chargers draft pick named among best selections this century