An AFC Contender Made a Significant Move for New Bears Wide Receiver Keenan Allen
The Chicago Bears made a significant move in 2024 by acquiring wide receiver Keenan Allen.
In exchange for the 11-year veteran, the Bears traded a fourth-round pick in the upcoming NFL draft to the Los Angeles Chargers. However, the Bears weren't the only team vying for Allen's services.
During his introductory press conference with the Bears, Allen revealed that he had only considered two other teams: the Houston Texans and the New York Jets.
According to Texans insider Aaron Wilson, Houston made a competitive offer for Allen, offering a 2025 third-round selection along with a pick swap return. Additionally, the Texans expressed willingness to negotiate a contract extension with the six-time Pro Bowl receiver.
Despite the Texans' strong bid, Allen ultimately chose the Bears, though the reasons for this decision remain undisclosed. Speculation suggests that Los Angeles may have preferred to keep Allen out of the AFC, as neither the Texans nor the Jets are in the same conference division.
Allen's arrival in Chicago bolsters the Bears' receiving corps significantly. With DJ Moore already leading the team in receiving yards last season, Allen's addition provides the Bears with two top-tier wide receivers for the first time in franchise history.
Together, Moore and Allen form a formidable duo, ranking among the NFL's top receivers in yardage. Their ability to beat man coverage poses a challenge for opposing defenses, potentially elevating the Bears' offensive prowess to new heights in the upcoming season.
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