Veteran tight end David Njoku has agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Chargers on a one-year deal, according to NFL Network.
The reported contract is worth "up to" $8 million, meaning it includes a base salary below that figure with potential earnings through incentives. Without details on the incentive structure, the full financial breakdown remains unclear.
Njoku’s NFL Career and Achievements
Selected as the 29th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, Njoku spent his first nine seasons with the Cleveland Browns. In 2023, he earned his first Pro Bowl selection after posting career-high numbers: 81 receptions for 882 yards and six touchdowns.
Njoku’s tenure in Cleveland concluded with a four-year, $54.75 million contract signed in 2025.
Chargers’ Roster Impact
In Los Angeles, Njoku joins a new-look offense under head coach Mike McDaniel, who previously coached Njoku in Cleveland. The Chargers currently have four tight ends on their roster, led by Oronde Gadsen, who recorded 664 receiving yards as a rookie in 2025.
Compensatory Draft Pick Implications
Njoku’s prolonged free-agency process means his signing does not count toward compensatory draft-pick calculations for either the Chargers or the Browns.
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