Keenan Allen is one of the most reliable wide receivers of his era. The California product is a six-time Pro Bowler, one-time NFL Comeback Player of the Year and the 2013 Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year.
However, Allen remains a free agent ahead of the 2026 season. With that in mind, let's look at three teams that could benefit from signing the veteran wideout ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The New Orleans Saints are quietly rebuilding their offense to potentially make a push in the uber-competitive NFC. They already have talented quarterback Tyler Shough throwing the ball to star wide receiver Chris Olave, and first-round rookie Jordyn Tyson and veteran running back Alvin Kamara.
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Adding Keenan Allen could signify that the Chargers mean business. The former Los Angeles Chargers and Chicago Bears standout has years of being a WR1 under his belt, and he's just as capable of slotting into a WR2 role.
Furthermore, Saints coach Kellen Moore was Allen’s offensive coordinator with the Chargers in 2023. Allen recorded a stat line of 108 catches, 1,243 yards and seven touchdowns in 13 games. It's one of the best individual seasons of his professional football career.
The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off one of their worst seasons in the Andy Reid era. The perennial Super Bowl contenders missed the playoffs due to their 6-11 record and nagging injuries to star players.
The Chiefs currently have young and promising wideouts, Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, and Tyquan Thornton on their roster. However, they lack a chiseled veteran who could provide guidance, experience and mentorship ahead of a long and productive career.
Keenan Allen ticks those boxes as he's gearing up for his 14th season in the big leagues. Plus, he's fresh off amassing a stat line of 81 receptions for 777 receiving yards and four touchdowns in 17 games during the 2025 season. He could still be a solid pass-catching option for Patrick Mahomes.
Keenan Allen has spent all but one year of his NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers. He's been there since the team was called the San Diego Chargers, and stayed on as they established themselves in Los Angeles.
Allen is a franchise icon, having amassed all his Pro Bowl selections and notable professional career achievements with the Chargers. He's now gearing up for a swansong from the big leagues, and the script looks in Chargers' colors.
The Los Angeles Chargers have a wide receiver room headlined by Quentin Johnston, Ladd McConkey, and Tre' Harris. Adding Allen to the group will give Justin Herbert a familiar set of hands and provide an extra veteran presence in the locker room.
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