Keenan Allen of the Bears promptly dismissed the notion of accepting a pay cut while with the Chargers.
During this offseason, the Chicago Bears orchestrated a significant move by capitalizing on the Los Angeles Chargers' financial constraints, acquiring wide receiver Keenan Allen via trade. Initially, the Chargers approached Allen with a request for a pay cut. However, the veteran promptly declined, leading the team to opt for his trade to alleviate their financial burden.
Entering the final year of his contract, Allen is slated to earn just over $23 million against the cap. During his introductory press conference with the Bears, the seasoned receiver shed light on his reaction when confronted with the pay cut proposal by the Chargers.
"I'm not doing it," Allen asserted, as reported by Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times. "I just came off my best season."
In the 2023 season, Allen showcased his prowess with a career-high 108 receptions for 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns, marking the second-highest totals in both yards and touchdowns throughout his career. Despite being 31 years old, he participated in 13 games and earned his sixth Pro Bowl nod, affirming that he remains at the pinnacle of his performance.
Having spent his entire career with the Chargers, Allen has etched his name in the franchise's annals as the most statistically prolific wide receiver. He concludes his tenure with the Chargers ranking second on the organization's all-time receiving yards list, trailing only tight end Antonio Gates.
Given Allen's history of contending with injuries over the past decade, it's understandable that he prioritized maximizing his value following a stellar 2023 season. However, this decision necessitated a significant change for Allen, marking his first transition to a new team in 11 years.
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