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Rams reportedly explored a trade for Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey
The Rams reportedly asked about trading for Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey before the 2026 NFL trade deadline.
The Chargers refused to consider a deal for McConkey, a third-year player.
The Rams were believed to be looking for another receiver because Puka Nacua and Davante Adams were sidelined.
The team expects both players back for the stretch run and wanted to improve the passing game for quarterback Matthew Stafford.
McConkey has played six games this season, recording 17 catches for 286 yards and one touchdown.
The Chargers started 0-8 but held on to key players McConkey and quarterback Justin Herbert.
They made no deal for McConkey, and the team has shown no desire to begin a full rebuild.
The Rams reportedly explored a trade for Los Angeles Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey before the NFL trade deadline.
The Chargers did not entertain inquiries about McConkey, according to Fox Sports.
ESPN reported that at least one team checked on McConkey’s availability, while the Rams were widely expected around the league to be the team.
The Rams were seeking another receiver while Puka Nacua and Davante Adams were sidelined.
McConkey had 17 receptions for 286 yards and one touchdown in six games this season.
- Who
- The Rams reportedly explored a trade for Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey.
- What
- The Rams reportedly checked on McConkey’s availability before the trade deadline. The Chargers did not entertain the inquiry.
- When
- Before Tuesday’s 2026 NFL trade deadline.
- Where
- The inquiry concerned McConkey, who plays for the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Why
- The Rams were seeking receiver help while Puka Nacua and Davante Adams were sidelined.
Rams
Los Angeles Chargers
Trade interest
Rams
The Rams reportedly explored adding McConkey as another target for quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Los Angeles Chargers
The Chargers refused to entertain offers for McConkey.
At least one team reportedly checked on McConkey’s availability.
The Chargers declined to entertain inquiries about McConkey.
Fox Sports reported the Rams were widely expected to have been the team that inquired.
- Player
- Ladd McConkey
- Teams
- Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers
- McConkey games this season
- 6
- McConkey receiving yards
- 286
- McConkey receptions and touchdowns
- 17 receptions, 1 touchdown