"The Chargers added a notable veteran to their tight end ranks Monday, agreeing to terms with former Cleveland Browns standout David Njoku. The deal is for one year and worth up to $8 million, according to NFL Media. Njoku, 29, played nine seasons in Cleveland after being drafted by the team 2017. His best season came in 2023 when he posted career highs for catches (81), yards (882) and touchdowns (six) en route to a Pro Bowl selection."
"Njoku was still looking for a new team in May because he had a disappointing 2025 season that was hampered by a knee injury. He played in only 12 games and was limited to 293 yards and four touchdowns on 33 catches. He also only played in 11 games in 2024 because of injury. Still, if Njoku can stay healthy, he could give the Chargers a capable pass-catcher in multiple tight-end sets with Oronde Gadsden II, who had 664 receiving yards and three touchdowns as a rookie last season."
"Considered one of the better tight ends available in free agency, Njoku was still looking for a new team in May because he had a disappointing 2025 season that was hampered by a knee injury. He played in only 12 games and was limited to 293 yards and four touchdowns on 33 catches. He also only played in 11 games in 2024 because of injury. Still, if Njoku can stay healthy, he could give the Chargers a capable pass-catcher in multiple tight-end sets with Oronde Gadsden II."
"It's clear new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will be making significant changes in the Justin Herbert-led passing game, and Njoku's prove-it signing on a one-year deal reflects that."
The Chargers agreed to terms with veteran tight end David Njoku on a one-year contract worth up to $8 million. Njoku spent nine seasons with the Cleveland Browns after being drafted in 2017. His strongest season came in 2023, when he recorded career highs with 81 catches, 882 yards, and six touchdowns, earning a Pro Bowl selection. He ranks second in Browns tight end history in receptions and touchdown catches. In 2024 and 2025, injuries limited his availability and production, including a knee issue in 2025. If healthy, he can serve as a reliable pass catcher in multiple tight end formations alongside Oronde Gadsden II.
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