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Former Chargers Star Makes Reunion Interest Known as Season Winds Down

Keenan Allen sounds open to a reunion and Los Angeles should jump on the opportunity.

By Joe Summers

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) breaks away on a QB sneak in the second quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) breaks away on a QB sneak in the second quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime. / Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
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Former Chargers star WR Keenan Allen is already considering his next move after an underwhelming season with the Bears. Based on his most recent comments, it sounds like he's potentially targeting a return to Los Angeles.

Allen became one of the NFL's best wide receivers in his 11 years with the franchise, accumulating 904 catches for 10,530 yards and 59 TDs. He's an unrestricted free agent after this year, so a return to the organization that made him a household name could make sense.

He recently appeared on "The Big Dog Show" with Bears teammate Marcedes Lewis and declared his intention to consider all options.

WR Keenan Allen Open to Chargers Reunion

Despite being a 32-year-old receiver, Allen clearly still has some juice. He hauled in nine of his 15 targets in Week 12 for 86 yards and a TD, showcasing his value for teams across the league. Following the Chargers' resurgence under Jim Harbaugh, Allen is an ideal target.

"I will say this: I'm not playing - it's Chicago or LA.," Allen said to his teammate (Lewis). He'll either stick with the Bears and Caleb Williams or return to join Justin Herbert and Harbaugh.

Los Angeles' receivers have significantly struggled this season. It's a young group and Quentin Johnston's issues with drops have plagued the team, making a guy like Allen the ideal target. He's known for his hands, having just two seasons with a drop rate of over 4.0%.

If he's honest about his desire to potentially reunite with the Chargers, the front office needs to jump on the opportunity.

A standout receiver is the one thing Los Angeles is missing. Allen could teach this young core the ropes and help push the team over the top as they try to become a new powerhouse in the AFC.

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