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Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles said he thinks a long-term contract extension will come "down the road" for new wide receiver Keenan Allen, who is entering the final year of a four-year deal in 2024. "I try to be intentional with the order that we do extensions, so we'll review that and kind of see what our order looks like. But for what he stands for, I would love to have him long term," Poles said. The Bears might look to lock up DJ Moore first, but Chicago wants to keep their one-two punch of Moore and Allen around in the Windy City long term for USC quarterback Caleb Williams, who the Bears are expected to take first overall in the upcoming NFL draft. Despite missing the last four games in 2023 with an injury, Allen had a career-high 108 catches for 1,243 yards and seven TDs in 13 games for the Bolts. However, his numbers could come down in his first year in Chicago while sharing the load with Moore with a rookie QB likely running the offense.
Mar 25, 2024 2:51 PM EST
Before the Los Angeles Chargers traded wide receiver Keenan Allen to the Chicago Bears on Thursday evening in exchange for a fourth-round pick, the New York Jets and Houston Texans were interested in trading for him. After restructuring his contract last offseason, Allen declined to take a pay cut in 2024 and was traded to the Bears. Even though he missed the final four games in 2023 with a heel injury, Allen set the Chargers' single-season record for catches with 108 and also led the team with 1,243 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. The six-time Pro Bowler is coming off his fifth season with 100 catches, which is tied for third-most in NFL history. The 31-year-old has one year left on his four-year, $80.1 million extension he signed in 2020. He said he and the Bears are approaching the prospect of a new deal "one day at a time," and his hope is to remain with Chicago on a long-term basis.
Mar 16, 2024 1:02 PM EST
The Los Angeles Chargers traded wide receiver Keenan Allen to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a fourth-round pick on Thursday. Allen played 11 seasons with the Chargers and logged six 1,000-yard campaigns during his career with the team. With a new coaching regime and salary cap issues, the Chargers decided to move on from its veteran star receiver. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Chargers approached Allen about a pay cut, which he declined. Los Angeles, in return, shipped him to Chicago. The 31-year-old will form a dynamic duo with DJ Moore and give the Bears another offensive weapon for rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, who the Bears are expected to select with the first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. However, it's still uncertain who the Bears quarterback will be in Week 1 as incumbent Justin Fields remains on the roster. Allen caught 108 passes for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns over 13 games for the Chargers in 2023. The veteran wideout will compete with Moore for targets and become a borderline WR2 in fantasy in a new-look Bears offense.
Mar 14, 2024 10:51 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen could possibly be on the move this offseason. The organization is looking to ease its cap situation given the team is currently $20 million over the cap. That being said, the Chargers are reportedly discussing moving both wide receiver Mike Williams and Allen this offseason. Allen turned in another solid campaign with the Chargers last season. He finished with a career-high 108 receptions for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns. The veteran wideout would certainly be able to help a contender if the Chargers are serious about moving on from him this offseason.
Mar 10, 2024 5:40 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen said he wants to stay with the team but also acknowledged all the uncertainty this offseason given the team's salary cap situation. Allen said he'd only be open to playing for a select number of other teams and has prioritized winning at this point in his career. The 31-year-old has one year remaining on his contract with the Bolts but could be cut for around $11.6 million in dead cap space. Cutting him would save LA $23.1 million in cap space for 2024 and also give him a shot to win elsewhere, because that might not be happening anytime soon with the Chargers now once again on the lookout for a new coaching staff after firing Brandon Staley midseason. However, his combination with quarterback Justin Herbert is enticing and paid off for fantasy managers that took Allen in 2023. Despite missing the last four games with a heel injury, Allen finished as a top-10 wideout in half-PPR scoring.
Jan 8, 2024 5:31 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) won't suit up for the Week 18 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. As expected, Allen will sit out this game after missing practice all week. The Chargers don't have much incentive to run out their superstar wideout in a meaningless game. The veteran wideout has played his final game of the season. He'll carry over an $18 million base salary into next season. We'll see if the Chargers attempt to move on or stick with the oft-injured wideout. Fellow wideout Joshua Palmer (concussion) is expected to have a bigger role during Sunday's game. Although, it's tough to trust any Chargers offensive player with Easton Stick under center.
Jan 5, 2024 6:19 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) missed yet another practice on Thursday and looks likely to miss his fourth straight game to close out the season. The Chargers basically shut their top offensive weapon down right after quarterback Justin Herbert (finger) was lost for the year and the team was eliminated from the postseason. It's a disappointing end to what was a fantastic season for the 31-year-old pass catcher. Allen managed to post a career-high 108 receptions on 150 targets for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns in only 13 games played as a top-five fantasy receiver. With Allen likely to sit out in the Week 18 regular season finale against the Kansas City Chiefs, rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston and Jalen Guyton should have bigger roles, although Joshua Palmer (concussion) could be making his return.
Jan 4, 2024 6:27 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) missed another practice session on Wednesday. All signs are pointing to Allen missing a meaningless Week 18 regular season finale against the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday. The 31-year-old has missed the last three games. Fantasy managers should have already come to the conclusion that they probably won't have him for Week 18 lineups. If he is inactive this weekend, Allen will finish the 2023 campaign as a top-five fantasy wideout with a career-high 108 receptions for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns in 13 games played. It's the sixth time in his career that he's reached 1,000 receiving yards. The Bolts will continue to let rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston get valuable playing time as a top target for quarterback Easton Stick, although Joshua Palmer (concussion) could be back in Week 18.
Jan 3, 2024 6:09 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers Keenan Allen (heel) and Joshua Palmer (concussion) have been ruled out for the Week 17 contest versus the Broncos in Denver on Sunday. Allen will be missed his third straight game and can now be dropped by any fantasy managers in leagues that end in Week 17. There's a good chance neither wideout will play in the Week 18 regular season finale against the division-rival Kansas City Chiefs, either. With both Allen and Palmer out against Denver, rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston will get another chance to prove himself, with Jalen Guyton, Alex Erickson and Derius Davis also having expanded roles as pass-catchers for quarterback Easton Stick. Tight end Gerald Everett becomes a more enticing low-end TE1 for fantasy managers as well.
Dec 29, 2023 3:24 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers Keenan Allen (heel) and Joshua Palmer (concussion) both missed a second straight day of practice on Thursday, although they were seen doing agility work and running off to the side with trainers. Neither player is likely to face off against the Denver Broncos this weekend if they don't return to some form of practice on Friday. Allen has missed the last two games, while Palmer suffered his concussion in the Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills last Saturday. If both pass-catchers are unable to play this Sunday, the Bolts would be down to rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston, Jalen Guyton and Alex Erickson as their three starting receivers. Tight end Gerald Everett would have an expanded role as well. Palmer has caught nine of 12 targets for 160 yards and one touchdown the last two games with Allen sidelined.
Dec 28, 2023 3:49 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers Keenan Allen (heel) and Joshua Palmer (undisclosed) are working off to the side with a trainer during practice on Wednesday. Allen did the same all of last week before missing his second straight game on Saturday against the Buffalo Bills. Allen and Palmer are going to need to get back on the practice field with the rest of their teammates in the next couple of days in order to have a chance at playing in Week 17 against the Broncos in Denver on Sunday. If both Allen and Palmer are inactive this weekend, the Bolts would be down to first-round rookie Quentin Johnston, Jalen Guyton and Alex Erickson as their three starting pass-catchers. Palmer has been the biggest beneficiary of Allen's injury the last two games, catching nine of 12 targets for 160 yards and a touchdown in losses to the Raiders and Bills.
Dec 27, 2023 3:42 PM EST
The Los Angeles Chargers have ruled out wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) for the Week 16 contest versus the Buffalo Bills on Saturday evening. The Chargers have seemingly thrown in the towel on their 2023 season as they sit in last place in the AFC West after already losing quarterback Justin Herbert (finger) for the year. The 31-year-old Allen will miss his second straight game, which comes at the worst possible time for fantasy managers as they head into a semifinal matchup in Week 16 in most leagues. Joshua Palmer and rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston both scored touchdowns in last Thursday's blowout loss to the Las Vegas Raiders and should continue to be backup quarterback Easton Stick's top targets in the passing game in a tough matchup against Buffalo.
Dec 21, 2023 3:19 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) is missing the team's last practice of the week before they face the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday. Allen injured his heel in Week 14 and has missed every practice since and was held out of Week 15's loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. He currently leads the league in receptions with 108 through his 13 games played and sits at 1,243 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. The catches are already a career-best and Allen would need 150 more yards and two more touchdowns to beat his previous highs in those categories. Allen will carry a questionable tag into Saturday's game and if he can't go then Joshua Palmer, Quentin Johnson, and Jaylen Guyton would see more work in Week 16.
Dec 21, 2023 2:34 PM EST
For the second day in a row this week, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) did not practice with the team on Wednesday. Since hurting his heel in Week 14, Allen hasn't practiced at all and did not play in last Thursday's embarrassing loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. He could return to practice on Thursday and have a shot to play this Saturday against the Buffalo Bills in Week 16, but the fact that the Chargers are out of the playoff picture and already without quarterback Justin Herbert (finger) clouds Allen's status for fantasy managers in the semifinals in most leagues. It will be a tough break if Allen, a top-five fantasy wideout in 2023, is unavailable for the second week in a row. If he's eventually ruled out, Joshua Palmer, rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston and Jalen Guyton will operate in three-receiver sets for backup QB Easton Stick.
Dec 20, 2023 3:50 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) was listed as a non-participant at the team's practice on Tuesday. Allen was seen working on a side field with trainers during practice, but he officially was listed as a DNP for the first session of the week. The 31-year-old was ruled out of last Thursday's beatdown at the hands of the Las Vegas Raiders, and it's unclear if he may need to miss another contest this Saturday against the Buffalo Bills with the Chargers out of playoff contention. Wednesday's practice will be much more important for Allen, so if he misses that, there's a much better chance he'll sit out a second straight game. If Allen is inactive in Week 16, Joshua Palmer, rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnston and Jalen Guyton will operate in three-receiver sets for the second straight week. Both Palmer and Johnston found the end zone last Thursday.
Dec 19, 2023 6:07 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) won't play in Thursday's game against the Raiders. Justin Herbert (finger) is already done for the year. Unfortunately, the team will now enter the AFC West showdown without their top pass-catcher. It's a tough break for the 31-year-old, who's arguably had the best season of his career, amassing 108 catches for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns. But now Easton Stick will need another receiving option, with Joshua Palmer, Quentin Johnston, and Gerald Everett (in that order) the favorites to benefit from Allen's absence. At the same time, Austin Ekeler should see more targets out of the backfield.
Dec 13, 2023 5:58 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) was listed as a non-participant for the team's walkthrough practice on Tuesday for the second straight day this week. Allen's status for Thursday night's game against the division-rival Las Vegas Raiders is in question following two straight DNPs on a short week. It's likely that the 31-year-old will suit up in Week 15, but there's a good chance he'll take a questionable tag into Thursday. Fantasy managers relying on the target hog in LA's offense will need to check back Thursday to make sure he's active. Even if Allen is fine and suits up on Thursday, he'll need to be knocked down the fantasy rankings a bit now that quarterback Justin Herbert (finger) is done for the rest of the season. If Allen is out or limited, rookie first-rounder Quentin Johnson and Jalen Guyton should have bigger roles. Joshua Palmer (knee) is also set to return from Injured Reserve, although he could be eased back into the fold.
Dec 12, 2023 6:16 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (heel) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report. Allen has dealt with various ailments this year but has not missed a game. The 31-year-old is likely being rested on a short week before Thursday's divisional clash with the Las Vegas Raiders, but Allen's status is worth watching in Week 15. Allen has had a fantastic year with a league-high and career-high 108 receptions for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns to make him the WR3 in half-PPR scoring. However, there's a good chance he'll be without quarterback Justin Herbert, who fractured the index finger on his throwing hand in Week 14, for the final four regular season games. Allen will still be a must-start in all fantasy lineups if he's active, but managers will want to temper expectations with Easton Stick throwing him passes.
Dec 11, 2023 7:56 PM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen made six catches in a Week 14 loss to the Denver Broncos. Allen led the team in targets with 12, making a catch on six of those for a total of 68 yards. He also attempted to make a pass on a trick play, but it fell incomplete. Allen was once again the focus of the Chargers passing game, but it was a game-long struggle that certainly didn't get any better when Easton Stick was forced to quarterback the team for all of the second half. Stick will almost certainly get the start on Thursday against the Raiders in the place of Justin Herbert (finger), which will immediately lower the fantasy value of Allen and all Chargers offensive players.
Dec 11, 2023 12:32 AM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is set to bounce back in a Week 14 game against the Denver Broncos. Allen was dealing with a quadriceps injury last week and had a down game by his standards, putting up just eight fantasy points. He's still a top-three fantasy wide receiver in almost all formats, and despite a tough matchup against the Broncos defense, he's easily ranked in the WR1 tier this week. Allen did not practice on Wednesday, but was listed as a non-injury related rest day, which is another excellent sign.
Dec 7, 2023 4:16 PM EST
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