The Los Angeles Chargers reportedly offered Keenan Allen an extension before trading him

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Adam Holt | Last updated 3/24/24

The Los Angeles Chargers dominated headlines when they dealt Keenan Allen to the Chicago Bears. It seemingly came out of nowhere.

According to Daniel Popper, it had been discussed for longer than folks previously thought.

The Chargers offered Keenan Allen an extension before trading him to the Bears.

GM Joe Hortiz said #Chargers offered Keenan Allen multiple contract options, including an extension, before trading him to Bears.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) March 21, 2024

The Chargers made a strong attempt to keep their star wideout, but it did not work out. Not to mention, their offers did involve a pay cut. Allen wasn't interested in that, and you cannot blame him for that.

Allen's agent, Joby Branion, responded to the report of multiple options from Los Angeles.

To be clear, only one offer was made. It was a pay cut for 2024 with a 2-year extension (and both years had even deeper cuts to his current pay). We made a counter offer. It was rejected. Then we were informed of the #Chargers intention to trade @Keenan13Allen.
— Joby Branion (@jobybranion) March 22, 2024

Due to cap space decisions, trying to get Allen to take a payout should not shock anyone. It is a shame, though. Many fans expected Allen to retire a Charger.

He's one of the best receivers in franchise history.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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