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Chargers Sign TE David Njoku to One-Year Deal Worth Up to $8 Million

The move gives Mike McDaniel a veteran pass catcher to expand his multi–tight end scheme.

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Jul 28, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) during training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The agreement, reported Monday, was confirmed by the Chargers and agent Malki Kawa after initial reports from NFL Network.
  • Njoku joins Oronde Gadsden II and Charlie Kolar in the tight end room, and position coach Chandler Henley said he can contribute right away in both the run and pass games.
  • The 29-year-old leaves Cleveland after nine seasons with 384 receptions, 4,062 yards and 34 touchdowns, highlighted by a 2023 Pro Bowl year.
  • Recent injuries cut into his role, with 2025 totals of 33 catches for 293 yards and four touchdowns as rookie Harold Fannin Jr. emerged for the Browns.
  • Los Angeles hosted Njoku after the draft, and the short-term deal aligns with a multi-TE approach as the Chargers head into OTAs on May 26 and mandatory minicamp from June 16 to 18.