When Austin Ekeler requested permission to seek a trade after negotiations for an extension with the Chargers did not progress, he was betting on himself and seeking to lock down a long-term deal with a new team.
However, in roughly three weeks since his announcement, Ekeler has yet to land a trade partner. While Ekeler—who turns 28 in May—does not hate the franchise, his focus remains on securing a new deal based on his current value in the league.
But if Ekeler does not find the perfect match for his desired contract, returning to Los Angeles for one more year would be his last resort.
