When people watch Keenan Allen, they see a receiver with soft hands who has the ability to make defenders miss and gain yards after the catch. A receiver who has stellar route running and isnt afraid to go over the middle. And a receiver who has outstanding athletic ability, proving such by hurdling over one Bronco and trucking another for a touchdown during a nationally televised game.
The last sentence didnt come from my mouth. It was from a non-Charger fan who happened to catch that Thursday night game.
His words after: that guy is going to be a future star.
The 2013 third-round pick undoubtedly came in with minimal expectations last season, as he was on the back-end of a crowded depth chart. Unfortunate injuries to other teammates forced him into the starting lineup, and boy did he show up. He racked up 1,046 yards and eight touchdowns. Not only that, but Allen was honored with the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year award.
Allen will look to continue his dominance and avoid the dreaded sophomore slump, and it already looks like he turned what might be his only weakness into a strength.
