Great Valley Grad Nasir Adderley Drafted By Chargers In 2nd Round

MALVERN, PA — Nasir Adderley, Great Valley High School class of 2015, is heading to the NFL.

That's right. Adderley, who played for the University of Delaware, was drafted by the Los Angeles Charges in the second round of the NFL draft.

"It’s a perfect fit," Adderley told the Los Angeles Times. "I really enjoyed my meetings with the coaching staff. I mean, I’m part of a winning team. They were on the brink of a Super Bowl … I want to contribute to bring a Super Bowl they deserve."

At Great Valley, Adderley was a two-year starter at free safety and strong safety, and also started at wide receiver and was a kick returner.

He earned honorable mention All-State honors as a senior when he was also named second team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania, first team All-Area, and first team all-conference, among other notable accolades while at Great Valley.

He led the team to a 12-2 record and the district title in 2014.

At University of Delaware, Adderley was a four-year starter and was one of the top defensive backs in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Congratulations and good luck, Nasir!