Ex-Browns TE David Njoku Draws Interest From AFC West Team In Free Agency
Former Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku is drawing interest from the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency after being released with a post-June 1 designation. The Chargers, who have bolstered their tight end group with Oronde Gadsden and Charlie Kolar, may see Njoku as a veteran addition to complement their young talent. Njoku, coming off injury-plagued seasons, is looking to revive his career with a new team in the AFC West.
- ▪David Njoku was released by the Cleveland Browns with a post-June 1 designation in March.
- ▪Njoku is scheduled to visit the Los Angeles Chargers, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
- ▪Njoku earned his first Pro Bowl nod in 2023 with 882 receiving yards and six touchdowns.
- ▪He has struggled with injuries, playing only 11 games in 2024 due to ankle, hamstring, and knee issues.
- ▪The Chargers recently hired Mike McDaniel as their offensive coordinator and signed blocking tight end Charlie Kolar in free agency.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Cleveland Browns released tight end David Njoku with a post-June 1 designation at the start of the new NFL league year in March. Kansas City Chiefs fans have been eyeing Njoku, 29, as an ideal tight end addition to take pressure off Travis Kelce, 36, as he approaches the end of his future Hall of Fame career. But another AFC West team is reportedly interested in Njoku's services.NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that Njoku will visit the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday. Of course, a visit doesn't guarantee that Njoku will sign with the Chargers.
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