Take a look at the players the Chargers have made moves on during free agency.
New York Giants quarterback Geno Smith (3) passes against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jaylen Watkins (26) drops into coverage in action against the New York Jets Thursday September 1, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pa. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey prepares to snap the ball in action against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won, 29-13. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
Philadelphia Eagles kicker Caleb Sturgis (6) kicks the ball during an NFL game against the Washington Redskins on Sunday, December 11, 2016 in Philadelphia. Washington won 27-22. (Peter Read Miller via AP Images)
Denver Broncos tight end Virgil Green (85) runs for yardage after the catch in action against the Indianapolis Colts September 18, 2016 in Denver. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Kansas City Chiefs vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017. The Chiefs won 24-10.
Oakland Raiders vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. The Chargers won 30-10.
New Orleans Saints vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday Aug. 20, 2017. The Saints won 13-7.
Oakland Raiders vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. The Chargers won 30-10.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017. The Chargers won 28-6.
Los Angeles Chargers guard Michael Schofield (78) lines up in a two-point stance during a Week 11 NFL game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, November 19, 2017, in Carson, Calif. The Chargers defeated the Bills 54-24. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
Denver Broncos vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017. The Chargers won 21-0.
As the greatest center to ever play for the Bolts, Nick Hardwick is uniquely positioned to analyze the addition of Mike Pouncey.
A former three-time Pro Bowler, the veteran center agreed to terms on a two-year deal as he heads from South Beach to Hollywood.
So, what does Hardwick think of the move?
In essence, it was a pivotal one that can pay dividends in multiple ways.
"I've always said for years, you've got to have a strong, piercing middle three," he said. "Pouncey brings really quick feet, and nice athleticism to the middle. He's got a tenacity that's rare in the NFL anymore. Any time you get talented players on your roster who have a real work ethic that shows up on the field on game day, you are putting yourself in a better position to win regardless of what your game plan is that particular week."
With Russell Okung already in place at left tackle, Hardwick believes Pouncey is another veteran leader who provides priceless insight and guidance for Dan Feeney and Forrest Lamp.
"I think to be flanked on either side by a veteran player is instrumental to them achieving their full potential," he continued. "That's going to work really well with the two young guards (working on either side of him.) Having Pouncey, having Russell on one side and Joe (Barksdale) on the other; you have a really good chance at having a special offensive line."
The Bolts already had a solid core intact up front as Philip Rivers was sacked a league-low 18 times in 2017.
While number 17 is surely thrilled by the Pouncey addition, the other player Hardwick thinks is likely over the moon is the running back who'll be pounding it up the middle.
"Melvin Gordon is going to have a hell of a year," he said. "I think this really bodes well for Melvin Gordon's success just because that middle three, and having a guy like Virgil Green to complement Hunter Henry as blocking tight ends, it bodes well for a running back."
