Chargers' Allen will play vs. Raiders despite non-COVID illness

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen, who was questionable with a sore throat, will play in Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Allen has reportedly tested negative for the coronavirus twice, making him eligible for the AFC West showdown, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The veteran wideout easily leads L.A. in both catches (53) and yards (548) through seven games. Allen is also tied for the team lead in touchdown receptions (three) with Mike Williams and Jalen Guyton.

Despite breakout performances from first-round quarterback Justin Herbert, the Chargers' playoff hopes are dwindling after a 2-5 start to the season.

The Raiders sit second in the division at 4-3 and handed the 7-1 Chiefs their only loss of the season.

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