Keenan Allen A Low-End WR1 For Chicago Matchup
5 years agoLos Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is a low-end WR1 this week in his matchup against Chicago, assuming that he plays. Allen has been dealing with a hamstring injury that has limited his participation in practice, and he likely will be a game-time decision. However, if he is able to play, then he should continue to be the leading target for quarterback Philip Rivers. Allen was given a team-high 11 targets last week but struggled to make an impact on the game, catching four of them for 61 yards. This week the Chargers face the Chicago Bears, who have given up an average of 17.2 points per game to the position but have yet to face a top-tier slot receiver this season. Given the opportunity that Allen will be afforded this week, he is a low-end WR1 this week if he suits up.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference