Los Angeles Chargers Working Out Pro Bowl Player

TL;DR

The Los Angeles Chargers are working out former Pro Bowl tight end David Njoku after the NFL draft. Njoku, who previously played for the Cleveland Browns, is looking to find a new team after a lackluster market this offseason.

Key points

Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz completed his second draft.
Six of the eight draft picks were linemen.
Chargers are working out former Browns tight end David Njoku.
Njoku is a former Pro Bowler with a down season last year.
Chargers did not draft any tight ends.

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General manager Joe Hortiz just completed his second draft with the Los Angeles Chargers. Hortiz added eight new players to head coach Jim Harbaugh’s roster throughout the three-day draft event, including Miami’s Akheem Mesidor with the 22nd overall pick in the first round.

To no surprise, the Chargers placed a heavy emphasis on rebuilding in the trenches on both sides of the ball. Six of the team’s draft eight draft selections were either an offensive lineman or a defensive lineman. The other two were used on a wide receiver and a safety, but the team did not select any tight ends to compete with or push Oronde Gadsden and free agency arrival Charlie Kolar.

However, the Chargers have indicated a desire to boost their tight ends room. On Monday, the Chargers will be bringing in former Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku for a workout.

Njoku’s contract with the Browns expired this offseason and the one-time Pro Bowler surprisingly hasn’t faced a strong market. Still just 29 years old, Njoku is coming off a down season where he recorded just 293 yards and four touchdowns. Back in 2023, Njoku posted a career-high 882-yard, six-touchdown campaign.

While he likely won’t get back to his peak form with the Chargers, Njoku would give Justin Herbert another reliable weapon on a team that could use more playmakers.

Q&A

Why are the Los Angeles Chargers interested in David Njoku?

The Chargers aim to strengthen their tight end position after not selecting any tight ends in the draft.

What were David Njoku's stats last season?

Last season, Njoku recorded 293 yards and four touchdowns, following a career-high 882 yards and six touchdowns in 2023.

What draft strategy did the Chargers employ this year?

The Chargers focused on rebuilding their offensive and defensive lines, selecting six linemen out of eight total draft picks.