Patriots, 49ers considering trade for 16-TD receiver Quentin Johnston

The New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers are reportedly interested in Quentin Johnston, a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers, who has recorded 16 touchdowns over the past two seasons. The Patriots, sitting at 1-2 after a recent loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, are looking for help on offense due to injuries. Johnston has struggled for playing time this season, registering only six catches for 64 yards in three weeks. Both teams may view him as a potential low-cost addition to bolster their receiving corps as he has a high physical ceiling and remains under contract through his fifth year.

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