Chargers' Keenan Allen: Squanders 13 targets

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Keenan Allen is one of the most talented wide receivers in the NFL

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but he recently squandered a whopping 13 targets in the Chargers' loss to the Broncos.

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Allen was targeted 13 times by quarterback Justin Herbert, but he only managed to catch five of them for 41 yards.

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It was an uncharacteristically poor performance from the Pro Bowler,

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who had been averaging 8.2 receptions over the previous five games.

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Allen's lack of production was particularly notable given the Chargers' offensive struggles.

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Los Angeles failed to score a touchdown in the loss, and Allen was unable to provide the spark that the team needed.

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The Chargers have been relying on Allen all season, and his inability to make plays in key situations has been costly.

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He is one of the most dangerous weapons in the league, and the Chargers need him to be at his best in order to give them a chance to win.

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