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Keenan Allen Energized by Trade to 49ers
Veteran receiver joins San Francisco after quick deal from Indianapolis and is adjusting to new surroundings.
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Sudden Shift to Contenders
Wide receiver Keenan Allen learned of his trade to the 49ers while visiting the Colts facility. The exchange sent a 2027 sixth-round pick to Indianapolis in return. Allen packed quickly and arrived in the Bay Area shortly after midnight. The next morning he completed a physical before starting to learn his new team's system. He moved from a 2-7 club in the AFC South to an NFC leader, a change that lifted his outlook.
Playbook Work and Playing Time
At age 34, Allen faces the task of mastering new terminology even though the overall scheme feels familiar. He is focused on getting up to speed and expects to see the field this week. The 49ers acquired him knowing a possible suspension tied to an August arrest remains under review by the league. No court date has been set, though an attorney conference is scheduled for Dec. 7.
Background and Past Connections
He had discussed joining San Francisco as a free agent earlier in the year but signed elsewhere instead.
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