Chargers WR Keenan Allen out for year with lacerated kidney

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Chargers WR Keenan Allen is done for the year, reports say.

Keenan Allen, the AFC leader in receptions, is out for the season with a lacerated kidney and headed to the injured reserve, according to multiple reports.

The Chargers wide receiver reportedly underwent a procedure after suffering a kidney injury Sunday during San Diego’s 29-26 loss to Baltimore.

Coach Mike McCoy said Monday morning that Allen had checked into a San Diego-area hospital. He is expected to make a full recovery.

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The Chargers’ leading receiver had 67 catches through eight weeks of the NFL season, only trailing Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones during that time. He also had 725 yards and four touchdowns.

The Chargers fell to 2-6 on Sunday.

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