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Keenan Allen's signing comes at right time as Chargers deal with star WR injury

Los Angeles Chargers fans have been celebrating through the night as the team brought back veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen. Allen spent last season with the Chicago Bears, but before that, he spent 11 seasons with the Chargers, including four when the team was in San Diego.

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Former Chargers Star Teases Shocking Comeback That Would Eclipse Keenan Allen’s Return

When wide receiver Mike Williams abruptly announced his retirement from the NFL on July 17 — the first official day of Chargers training camp — the move sent a jolt through the team’s early preparations under new head coach Jim Harbaugh.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / August 6

Chargers GM says what fans knew all along about Keenan Allen

A reunion months in the making finally became official when the LA Chargers signed Keenan Allen to a one-year, $8.52 million deal. Allen now finds himself in a Chargers wide receiver room that looks much different than the one he left.

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25 NFL storylines to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season

Another football season is upon us as the NFL gears up for Week 1. The Philadelphia Eagles will seek to defend their Super Bowl trophy as the Kansas City Chiefs look to reach the AFC title game for the sixth straight season.

Zion Johnson News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

The Zion Johnson center experiment is over with the Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers starting offensive line is officially set. Zion Johnson is a part of it, but he won't be at center. The starting five will be Rashawn Slater at left tackle, Johnson at left guard, Bradley Bozeman at center, Mekhi Becton at right guard and Joe Alt at right tackle, according to Daniel Popper of the Athletic.

McCallan Castles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 6

Chargers Waive TE McCallan Castles

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have waived TE McCallan Castles on Wednesday. This likely makes room on the roster for WR Keenan Allen. Castles, 25, played six seasons in college at Cal, UC-Davis and Tennessee.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Najee Harris injury makes Chargers' top challenge a bigger question mark

Last week, Jeff Chadiha of NFL.com looked at each NFL team’s biggest challenge entering the upcoming season. In terms of Jim Harbaugh’s club, it was adding some more options for five-year quarterback Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Two Chargers Defenders Named ESPN’s Most Important Sophomores for 2025

Ben Solak of ESPN named Chargers cornerbacks Tarheeb Still and Cam Hart on his list detailing the 20 most important second-year defenders heading into 2025 in an article published early Wednesday morning.

Mike Williams News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Chargers’ Mike Williams already talking about coming out of retirement

The saga around Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams keeps getting stranger. Williams’ abrupt retirement at the start of training camp led

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Who is the longest-tenured QB for every NFL franchise?

Some NFL teams have seen quarterbacks suit up well past the 10-year mark, with the Patriots enjoying a 20-year relationship with their top passer. Here is the longest-tenured QB in every franchise's history.

Khalil Mack News / Bolt Beat / August 6

Khalil Mack boldly dispels Chargers fans' biggest concern

It's no secret that Khalil Mack contemplated retirement this offseason before agreeing to return to the Los Angeles Chargers for a fourth season on a one-year, $18 million deal.

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Keenan Allen helped Chargers steal Ladd McConkey before his inevitable return

To say things have come full circle for Keenan Allen and the Los Angeles Chargers would be a gross understatement. Allen’s reunion with the Chargers is

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Keenan Allen returns, healthy competition, monster ratings, and more

The Los Angeles Chargers found their veteran leadership at wide receiver with the return of one of the greatest wide receivers in franchise history. The team is also dealing with some healthy competition on the defensive side of the ball, and the ratings of the Hall of Fame Game prove that football is still a powerhouse.

Keenan Allen News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Keenan Allen reunion could stall Chargers rookie stats...and that’s a good thing

After spending a year playing for the Chicago Bears, Keenan Allen is back where it all started. The veteran wide receiver signed with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday. Allen, who is second in franchise history with 904 receptions and 10,530 receiving yards, spent 11 years with Los Angeles before signing with Chicago in 2024.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / August 6

Chargers have painfully obvious cut to make after signing Keenan Allen

It took months of speculation but it finally happened: Keenan Allen returned to the LA Chargers, signing a one-year deal with the team on Tuesday. Allen joins an exciting young wide receiver room that has more depth than the wide receiver room he left behind in 2023.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Chargers, Lions Hall of Fame Game matchup earns historic ratings for preseason opener

The Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions kicked off the NFL preseason slate of the schedule at the Hall of Fame Game last Thursday night. It may just be preseason, but it didn't stop NFL sickos from checking in on the first game of the NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Unexpected Chargers WR making roster cuts difficult with recent play

All eyes have been on the Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver group as of late. Following the retirement of Mike Williams, the Bolts were left without a true veteran in the room, along with another viable outside weapon for Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 6

Chargers' hyped rookie getting pushed by former UDFA

Last Thursday night was the first time the Los Angeles Chargers had a chance to show what they can do on the field against another opponent. The team proved that they were more than ready with their 34-7 win over the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame Game.

NFL News / The SportsRush / August 6

'All is Forgiven': Chargers Analyst Recalls Jim Harbaugh’s ‘Controversial Move’ as Keenan Allen Signs Back with L.A.

After spending the entirety of his 11-year career with the Chargers’ franchise, Keenan Allen was infamously traded to the Chicago Bears ahead of the 2024 regular season for nothing more than a fourth-round draft pick.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5

Chargers GM gets 100% real about Keenan Allen-Ladd McConkey plan

It is a happy reunion in the City of Angels after the Los Angeles Chargers signed wide receiver Keenan Allen to a one-year deal on Tuesday. Allen is very familiar with the Chargers, having spent the first 11 seasons of his career with them.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Chargers Reunite With 6-Time Pro Bowler

12-year veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen signed a new contract with the Los Angeles Chargers. Allen, a former third-round pick, spent the 2024 season with the Chicago Bears but has also played for the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 5