Running back JK Dobbins has officially signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, as confirmed by his agency LAA Sports. This move comes after Dobbins spent four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens and will now be heading to the West Coast to join his new team at SoFi Stadium. Notably, he will be reuniting with his former offensive coordinator Greg Roman, who will be serving the same role with the Chargers.
Unfortunately, Dobbins faced setbacks last season due to injuries. He only played in the first week before going down with an Achilles injury, which led to him being placed on injured reserve. Additionally, he missed the entire 2021 season after tearing his ACL in a preseason game. Despite these challenges, Dobbins has shown his talent on the field with 1,347 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns, 27 receptions for 177 yards receiving, and one touchdown through the air in his career.
The Chargers are looking to improve their rushing game, given their struggles in the previous season. They ranked 25th in yards rushing, had one of the lowest yards per carry averages, and lacked rushing touchdowns. Their offense as a whole faced challenges, prompting the need for more options to support quarterback Justin Herbert. With new head coach Jim Harbaugh leading the team, the Chargers are focused on making necessary changes and enhancements for the upcoming season.
In particular, Dobbins’ signing comes at an interesting time for both him and for Chargers fans alike. The West Coast is known for its high-speed football style that is very different from what Dobbins was used to playing in Baltimore.
However, this change could bring a fresh perspective to Dobbins’ career as he continues to grow as a player. The opportunity to work again with Greg Roman could also provide valuable insights into how Roman approaches running backs and how he can help them reach their full potential on the field.
Overall, JK Dobbins’ signing marks an exciting new chapter in both his career and for the Los Angeles Chargers organization as they look towards next season and beyond.