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Desperate NFC Team Made Trade Call For Chargers WR Ladd McConkey

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This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.

Ladd McConkey in uniform.
Ladd McConkey (Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images)

One team out there really wanted Ladd McConkey, but it just wasn’t meant to be.

The Los Angeles Chargers rejected at least one trade inquiry for their stud wideout. It’s not hard to see why a team wouldn’t call, given they are 0-8 on the year.

Despite how bad they are, the Los Angeles Chargers made only one trade before the 2026 NFL trade deadline. Additionally, they sent linebacker Daiyan Henley to the division-rival Denver Broncos for a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick.

Rams Called Chargers on Ladd McConkey Trade

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 01: Ladd McConkey #15 of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates after the Chargers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 17-13 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

According to ESPN, the Chargers shut down discussions after receiving a call regarding McConkey’s availability. Multiple teams believe the Rams initiated the call. They are currently trying to navigate wide receiver depth issues following injuries to Puka Nacua and Davante Adams.

“The Chargers said no to at least one Ladd McConkey inquiry,” Jeremy Fowler reported. “Teams I spoke to believe the Rams were the ones to make that call.”

Fowler added the Rams ultimately “didn’t seriously consider a receiver move” because the team expects Matthew Stafford to succeed in the short term.

The Chargers were not going to let him go. Ladd McConkey remains a key part of the Chargers’ roster and is currently listed as healthy.

McConkey, who is under contract through 2027, was Herbert’s top target last season. This year has been different, as he has recorded just 17 catches for 286 yards and a touchdown in six games.

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