Twelve years later, LA Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen plays football like a man who has something to prove. At 33, he leads the Chargers in receptions (50) and ranks second in yards (520). Overall, he is 10th among the receivers and 20th in receiving yards and touchdowns (5). But what’s the secret mantra behind his longevity?

“I don’t have a step to lose. I’m able to run full speed because my full speed isn’t Tyreek Hill or Ja’Marr Chase or something like that,” Allen said. “So I can use my speed to my ability and still stop on a dime.”

His production has been groundbreaking. TE Antonio Gates , the franchise leader in receptions, recorded 955 receptions in 236 games. Keenan Allen will break his record with 2 more receptions (954 receptions currently) in 62% of the games (148

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