J.K. Dobbins, a former free agent running back who played four seasons under John Harbaugh, is set to join his former coach’s team, the Los Angeles Chargers, in 2024. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Dobbins has signed a one-year contract with the Chargers and will reunite with his former Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman. Dobbins recently returned to football activities after completing his rehab from a torn Achilles injury that sidelined him for most of the 2021 and 2022 seasons.
Throughout his career, injuries have been a recurring issue for Dobbins. Despite this, he had a successful season in 2020 where he rushed for 805 yards and nine touchdowns as a second-round pick. However, another knee injury caused him to miss the entire season as well as the first two games of the 2022 season. Another knee injury sidelined him for an additional six weeks during the 2022 season. Despite these setbacks, Dobbins has only been able to play in 24 out of a possible 67 games in his career.
The Chargers currently have Gus Edwards, Isaiah Spiller, Elijah Dotson, and Jaret Patterson on their depth chart at the running back position. With Dobbins’ addition to the team, they now have more depth and experience at this crucial position as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Dobbins’ return to football activities after such an extended absence is commendable and shows that he is determined to continue playing at a high level despite his past injuries. The Chargers are lucky to have him on board as he can bring valuable experience and depth to their running back group.
In conclusion, J.K. Dobbins’ signing with the Los Angeles Chargers adds depth and experience to their running back group while also providing an opportunity for him to reunite with his former coach John Harbaugh once again. It will be interesting to see how he performs in this new environment and whether he can overcome his past injuries to have a successful season with the Chargers.
