Chargers Lock in WR Quentin Johnston

0:00It's April 28th. From breaking news to Sunday matchups, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI. The Los Angeles Chargers just locked in wide receiver Quentin Johnston through the end of 2027 by picking up his fifth year option. That means he set for 2026 on his rookie deal at a base salary of $2.68 million with a cap hit of $4.51 million. From 2027, his salary jumps to around $18 million, all fully guaranteed now. Earlier this week, the team made the call before the deadline hit on Friday. Johnston was their 21st overall pick back in 2023 under the old front office, and he had a rocky rookie year with just. 38 catches for 431 yards and two scores, plagued by some big drops. But under new coach Jim Harball and GM Joe Hortes, things turned around. Over the last two seasons, he's bulked up his stats with 711 yards in 2024 and 735

1:01in 2020. 25. Plus eight touchdowns each year. He's sharper on routes, better at releases and turning drops into deep threats. Now with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel calling plays, the Chargers see even more upside, especially in yards after catch where Johnston already ranks solid league wide. But 18 million might feel steep today, but it's a bet on his growth in the scheme. Player development ain't always straight line. Johnston's living proof, evolving from bus risk to key piece, giving the bolts stability at a good. Value for the next two years.