The Los Angeles Chargers added tight end Tyler Conklin in free agency on Friday.
Conklin’s agent broke the news on social media, revealing that it’s a one-year deal for the veteran tight end with the Chargers.
Those Chargers hosted a visit with Conklin before the signing. Tight end is a huge position of need the front office has yet to address.
A 29-year-old veteran, Conklin could come in and compete for a Will Dissly-type role right away. The connection was obvious—Chargers assistant general manager Chad Alexander was with the Jets when he played there.
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The Chargers will still attack the position in the draft, perhaps as high as Round 1. But for now, Conklin slots in atop the depth chart with a proven track record.
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