When Jim Harbaugh took over in Los Angeles during the 2024 offseason, he and his staff quickly made several roster moves that sparked some controversy. The most unsettling decisions involved parting ways with Justin Herbert’s longtime go-to targets — wide receiver Keenan Allen and running back Austin Ekeler — even if some fans believed it might have been the right time.
Both Allen and Ekeler were getting older and had seen a dip in production, so it wasn’t entirely shocking that Harbaugh felt Herbert needed a fresh supporting cast. However, aside from the impressive addition of Ladd McConkey, the team didn’t do much to restock the offensive weapons through free agency or the draft.
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That led to the Chargers bringing back Mike Williams, a former mainstay on the team until his departure after the 2023 season. His return sparked rumors that Allen might also be rejoining the squad, especially after a strong season with the Bears.
Those rumors have gained momentum, with Williams openly campaigning for Allen’s return. Until recently, it seemed unlikely — but the latest news out of Chicago has made a reunion feel all the more inevitable, regardless of how fans may feel about it.
The Bears appear to have moved on from Keenan Allen already after just one season
If there was any doubt about Allen’s return to Chicago for the 2025 season, it looks like that question just got answered.
The clue came when Maurice Alexander was announced as the new wearer of jersey number 13—the same number Allen sported last year. That move strongly suggests the team isn’t planning to bring Allen back, possibly paving the way for his long-anticipated return to Los Angeles.
This is just the latest sign pointing toward Allen’s likely reunion with the Chargers. Even head coach Jim Harbaugh didn’t rule out the possibility when speaking to the media last week—a notable change considering he played a major role in Allen’s departure in the first place.
While some might argue the timing was right for Allen to leave, bringing him back to pair with quarterback Justin Herbert seems like a smarter play than letting him continue his career elsewhere. The AFC West remains highly competitive, and giving Herbert a familiar, reliable weapon again should be a no-brainer.
Allen, still unsigned and widely regarded as the top free agent receiver available, remains on the market—a situation that could further hint at a return to LA. At this point, it feels like only a matter of time before that reunion becomes official.
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