The Los Angeles Chargers have already re-established a familiar connection for Justin Herbert by bringing back Mike Williams, and now, speculation is mounting about another potential reunion. Keenan Allen, still a free agent, has expressed a clear preference to play either in Los Angeles or Chicago, effectively narrowing his options to the Chargers, given the Rams and Bears are no longer considered viable destinations.
Mike Williams Makes His Keenan Allen Feelings Known To Los Angeles Chargers
With ample cap space, the Chargers are in a position to re-sign Allen, and recent developments suggest this possibility is gaining momentum. Mike Williams further fueled this speculation with an Instagram post featuring a picture of himself and Allen in their Chargers uniforms, captioned “run it back turbo.” This gesture underscores the continued bond between the two receivers, who even spent time together at Disneyland following Williams’ signing.
This isn’t the first instance of Williams advocating for Allen’s return. During his introductory press conference, he openly expressed his desire to play alongside Allen again in Los Angeles.
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This potential reunion transcends mere sentimentality. Allen, despite being past his prime, remains a productive receiver, and his addition would provide an immediate boost to the Chargers’ offense. While there might be some overlap with Ladd McConkey’s slot position, modern offensive schemes, with their emphasis on pre-snap motion, can mitigate such concerns. Allen’s value as a reliable third-down and red-zone target would outweigh any perceived roster redundancy.
Furthermore, signing Allen wouldn’t preclude the Chargers from pursuing other wide receiver options. He would serve as a short-term solution, allowing the team to also draft a promising young receiver for long-term impact.
Allen’s stated preference to play for the Chargers significantly strengthens their negotiating position. His desire to return to Los Angeles suggests he would be amenable to a team-friendly contract, making the deal even more financially appealing for the Chargers.
In essence, the stars appear to be aligning for Allen’s return. Allen’s desire, Williams’ advocacy, and fan enthusiasm all point towards a reunion. The remaining question is whether the Chargers’ front office shares this sentiment.