Star quarterback has been blown away by rookie receiver , one of several new faces in the offense."He's just picked up the offense so FC Barcelona Jersey easily. It's like he's been a four- or five-year vet," in a story published on Monday. "He understands the game."The Chargers traded up from No. 37 to No. 34 in the 2024 to select McConkey out of .McConkey started all 15 games in each of Georgia's 2021 and 2022 championship campaigns. He mi sed five games in 2023 due to back and ankle injuries, which the receiver played through in Georgia's Championship Game lo s to .ADVERTISEMENT Acro s his three seasons at Georgia (2021-23), McConkey averaged 39.7 receptions for 562.3 yards and 4.7 touchdowns. His best season came in 2022, when McConkey totaled 58 receptions for 762 yards and seven touchdowns, which were all career highs.What are the expectations for the Chargers and Jim Harbaugh? McConkey is one of three rookie receivers for the Chargers, 's (No. 225 overall pick) and 's (No. 253) being the other two. Los Angeles selected All-American offensive tackle with the No. 5 overall pick.The influx of new receivers comes in the wake of the Chargers trading to the and releasing . Both veteran receivers were making more than $20 million annually.Los Angeles is coming off a 5-12 season during which head coach Brandon Staley was fired after a 63-21 lo s to the and Herbert mi sed the final four games due to a finger injury. The Chargers have hired former Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh to run the show, with his offensive coordinator being former playcaller Greg Roman. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily. FOLLOW Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience Los Angeles Chargers Ladd McConkey Justin Herbert Serbia Jersey
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