# CHARGERS SQUAD: Chargers sign David Njoku to a 1 year deal worth 8 Mil

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Podcast: [Locked On Chargers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Chargers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-chargers-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-chargers-324234)
Published: 2026-05-12T20:22:18+00:00
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Los Angeles Chargers shake up their offense by signing tight end David Njoku to a one-year, $8 million deal. Will Njoku’s arrival supercharge Justin Herbert’s red zone options and reshape the Chargers’ attack under offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel? Hosts Pete Fox, Kenjon Barner, and Jim Daniels break down Njoku’s projected fit, his impact on rookie Oronde Gadsden Jr., and why fans are already labeling this move a “steal.” The crew analyzes how the Chargers are building around Herbert with versatile weapons and a retooled O-line, spotlighting Jake Slaughter’s transition at guard and the evolving backfield mix featuring Omariyon Hampton, Keaton Mitchell, and Kymani Vidal. Can this revamped roster finally deliver playoff success and end the “chargering” curse? Get key insights on scheme changes, locker room chemistry, and why expectations are sky-high for a deep postseason run in LA.

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