Dating all the way back to their last four years in San Diego, the Los Angeles Chargers have had wide receiver Keenan Allen around to anchor their passing game. For the past seven years, Allen has been paired with WR Mike Williams. Both are gone. Allen was traded to the Chicago Bears in March, and Williams signed with the New York Jets in free agency. In addition, tight end Gerald Everett (Bears) and running back Austin Ekeler (Washington Commanders), who combined for 102 receptions last year, have departed as well.
While it’s not quite a complete overhaul for quarterback Justin Herbert, it’s close, and that doesn’t even consider the hiring of head coach Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Mark Roman, a duo that’s known for their physical brand of football. So, is it all doom and gloom for LA’s passing attack in 2024, or will some new Chargers step to the forefront?