After a 2024 season in which the Chargers played without Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, wide receiver was identified as a key area of need heading into the offseason. With Williams returning to the roster and the team using two draft picks on receivers, that need has started to be addressed.
Although more moves could still happen, the Chargers aren’t actively pursuing another receiver at the moment. General manager Joe Hortiz was asked about adding a wideout during an appearance on Up & Adams, and he indicated that spring workouts would take place before any further roster decisions are made.
“I think we’ll take a look at what we have this weekend at rookie minicamp and during OTAs,” Hortiz said. “But I’d never say we’re done adding talent. If there’s a chance to upgrade the team and increase competition at the position, we’ll explore it.”
Williams, who spent his first seven seasons with the Chargers and posted two 1,000-yard campaigns, was released last offseason in a cap-saving move—the same kind that ended Allen’s time with the team.
He struggled with the Jets before finishing 2024 with the Steelers. Now, on a one-year, $3 million deal, Williams has the opportunity to reestablish himself in a familiar setting.
The Chargers used the 55th overall pick to draft Tre Harris out of Ole Miss, who is expected to play at least a rotational role as a rookie. KeAndre Lambert-Smith was also selected and should compete for playing time in a revamped receiver group that includes recent draft picks Quentin Johnston (2023 first round) and Ladd McConkey (2024 second round). Jalen Reagor, a former first-rounder, will also be in the mix for a roster spot.
Josh Palmer departed in free agency, and while Allen remains unsigned, he’s still seen as a possible addition to help fill the void.
Though Allen has expressed a desire to stay with the Bears—or potentially reunite with either Los Angeles team—that now seems unlikely. Before the draft, head coach Jim Harbaugh appeared open to bringing Allen back, but Hortiz hasn’t echoed that sentiment.
With over $29 million in cap space, the Chargers certainly have the financial flexibility to sign Allen or another veteran, but based on Hortiz’s comments, no moves appear to be imminent.
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