Earlier this offseason, running back Austin Ekeler sent some surprising reverberations throughout the fan base when it was reported his camp asked permission from the Chargers to seek a trade. Things went a step further when the Bolts eventually agreed to it.
However, a trade never materialized and Ekeler is now firmly committed to the Chargers after the two sides came to an agreement that added $1.75 million in new incentives to his contract.
Still, even with the added incentives — which are all but guaranteed even with some level of regression from Ekeler — the contract is still seen as one of the best bargains in the NFL.