Ladd McConkey injury update: Troubling news emerges on Chargers WR

Los Angeles Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey is questionable to return to Sunday night's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, the team reported . McConkey was taken back to the locker room to be evaluated for a shoulder injury.

McConkey suffered the injury in the first quarter after he caught a 20-yard pass from quarterback Justin Herbert . As he crossed the sideline he was taken to the ground by Cincinnati safety Geno Stone . McConkey appeared to roll awkwardly on his collarbone and was immediately tended to on the sideline.

A rookie second-round pick out of , McConkey leads the Chargers with 37 catches for 492 yards and four touchdowns this season. His best game of the year came two weeks ago against the New Orleans Saints when he had six catches for 111 yards and two touchdowns.

If McConkey is unable to return, the Chargers will have to rely more on Quentin Johnston Josh Palmer . Additionally, Jalen Reagor Derius Davis will likely see more reps than they would in a typical game.

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