The Los Angeles Chargers kicked off their new era by sending their top offensive weapons packing. But after they brought back wide receiver Mike Williams, questions about Keenan Allen arose.
The Denver Broncos also stepped into a new era with Bo Nix in 2024. He rewarded them with a historic season and their first playoff berth since 2015. The Broncos could turn to Allen in free agency to further Nix’s development.
A six-time Pro Bowler and the 2017 AP Comeback Player of the Year, Allen entered the league as the No. 76 overall pick by the Chargers. He spent the 2024 season with the Chicago Bears.
Los Angeles Chargers: Keenan Allen Named Good Fit For Denver Broncos Offense
“Of the group of older veterans—which also includes Stefon Diggs, Amari Cooper and Brandin Cooks—Keenan Allen might be the most intriguing,” Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox wrote on March 16. “Allen remains a sure-handed target, a precise route-runner and a quality red-zone target.
“Teams that were interested in [Cooper] Kupp should also be interested in Allen. According to The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, the Denver Broncos were one of those teams.”
“Allen would fit well into Denver’s offense, where he could spell Marvin Mims Jr. and Devaughn Vele on the perimeter or in the slot,” Knox wrote. “His route-running, hands and experience could also benefit young quarterback Bo Nix as he continues to develop.”
Knox also thinks the Las Vegas Raiders would be a strong match;
“The Las Vegas Raiders would also be a strong fit for Allen. Alongside Brock Bowers and Jakobi Meyers, Allen’s inside-outside versatility would give offensive coordinator Chip Kelly more alignment options. He’d also serve as a dependable target for new quarterback Geno Smith.”
Allen caught 70 passes for 744 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2024. He missed two games, continuing a trend throughout his career. However, a five-game stretch from Weeks 12 through 16 offers a glimpse of what he can do when healthy. Allen posted a 32-412-5 line
Allen has earned $132.9 million in his career. Spotrac projects Allen’s market value at a two-year, $22.2 million pact. That could price Allen further beyond the Broncos’ interest.
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