Chargers urged to spend huge on elite WR in 2025 free agency

The Chargers front office must give quarterback Justin Herbert weapons next season.

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The Los Angeles Chargers' Week 8 victory over the New Orleans Saints will forever be known as the Ladd McConkey game. McConkey was untouchable in the 26-8 win, which saw the wide receiver hookup with quarterback Justin Herbert for two touchdown receptions.

While McConkey's performance was a sight for sore eyes to a fanbase desperate for a competent offense, there's still a big issue in Los Angeles. Wide receiver depth is needed for this team to ever think about taking the next leap toward being competitive with the top teams in the AFC.

According to Bleacher Report, the Chargers have an excellent opportunity to grab an impressive talent at receiver during 2025 free agency. The story states that Cincinnati Bengals receiver Tee Higgins would be an excellent choice to join the Chargers.

"That should give the Chargers a borderline No. 1 receiver to target in free agency," B/R wrote. "Ladd McConkey has played well and Quentin Johnston continues to flash potential, but Herbert does not have a receiver he can go to in critical situations. Higgins would become that guy for the Chargers pretty quickly."

A move for Higgins would mean this franchise means business. Higgins' issues with the Bengals have been well documented, and it seems like both sides are ready to move on. The Bengals receiver will be one of the most sought-after players in free agency.

So, if the Chargers are going to make a move, they better move quickly.

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