Who Is Quentin Johnston?
Quentin Johnston is a professional wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers, drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft after a standout college career at TCU where he earned two first-team All-Big 12 honors.[2] Known for his size, athleticism, and ability to win downfield, he was brought in to add explosiveness and vertical threat to the Chargers’ passing attack.[2]
In his first NFL season in 2023, Johnston posted 38 receptions for 431 yards and two touchdowns, showing flashes of the big-play ability that made him a first-round selection.[2] He took a significant step forward in 2024, recording 55 receptions for 711 yards and eight touchdowns, solidifying his role as a starting-caliber receiver in Los Angeles.[2]
Quentin Johnston’s 2025 Season Performance
By Week 13 of the 2025 season, Johnston had accumulated more than 500 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns, reflecting a continued upward trajectory in his production.[1][2] Game logs show multiple outings with high target counts and strong yardage totals, indicating that he has become one of the primary options in the Chargers’ passing tree.[1][3]
His presence has helped the Chargers maintain a dynamic offense within a tight AFC West race, contributing to a winning record and key victories during the first half of the season.[1][3] With a career total surpassing 1,600 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns by this point, Johnston is increasingly viewed as a central piece of Los Angeles’ long-term offensive core.[2]
Injury Status and Impact on the Chargers
Late in the 2025 regular season, Johnston appeared on the Chargers’ injury report with a groin issue that developed during a Friday practice before a divisional game against the Kansas City Chiefs.[4] The team subsequently ruled him out for that matchup, removing a key deep and red-zone threat from their offensive game plan at a crucial point in the schedule.[4]
This absence forces the Chargers to redistribute targets and adjust their vertical passing concepts, potentially placing more pressure on other receivers and tight ends to stretch the field.[3][4][5] Johnston’s recovery timeline and ability to regain full speed will be vital not only for the Chargers’ playoff positioning but also for his continued emergence as a top option in their offense.[3][4]