McConkey’s 8-game streak: 50+ yards every game!
Ladd McConkey, the Los Angeles Chargers’ rookie wide receiver, has achieved a significant milestone by recording eight consecutive games with over 50 receiving yards. This accomplishment makes him the first rookie to do so since Odell Beckham Jr. in 2014.
Over these eight games, McConkey has been a reliable target for quarterback Justin Herbert. He has accumulated 45 receptions for 695 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 15.4 yards per catch. His consistent performance has been instrumental in the Chargers’ passing game.
Odell Beckham Jr.’s rookie season in 2014 was exceptional, with 91 receptions for 1,305 yards and 12 touchdowns over 12 games, averaging 108.8 yards per game.
While McConkey’s current streak is impressive, matching Beckham’s overall rookie season statistics would require maintaining or exceeding his current performance levels in the remaining games.
| Game | Date | Opponent | Receptions | Targets | Receiving Yards | Avg Yards/Rec | Receiving TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | 10/27/2024 | vs NO | 6 | 6 | 111 | 18.5 | 2 |
| Game 2 | 11/3/2024 | @ CLE | 5 | 7 | 64 | 12.8 | 0 |
| Game 3 | 11/10/2024 | vs TEN | 2 | 2 | 52 | 26.0 | 0 |
| Game 4 | 11/17/2024 | vs CIN | 6 | 9 | 123 | 20.5 | 0 |
| Game 5 | 11/25/2024 | vs BAL | 6 | 6 | 83 | 13.8 | 0 |
| Game 6 | 12/1/2024 | @ ATL | 9 | 12 | 117 | 13.0 | 0 |
| Game 7 | 12/15/2024 | vs TB | 5 | 7 | 58 | 11.6 | 1 |
| Game 8 | 12/19/2024 | vs DEN | 6 | 6 | 87 | 14.5 | 0 |
| Totals | 45 | 55 | 695 | 15.4 | 3 |
McConkey’s emergence couldn’t have come at a better time for Los Angeles. With the Chargers sitting at 9-6 and jostling for a playoff spot, his consistent production has been a steadying force. He leads the team in receptions, targets, and yards, proving to be Justin Herbert’s go-to option in critical moments.
Take last week’s 34-27 win over the Broncos. McConkey caught all six of his targets for 87 yards, with his 17-yard reception setting up a go-ahead touchdown. Performances like this aren’t just impressive—they’re game-winning.
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