NFL Trade Rumors: Khalil Mack on multiple team’s radar

Over the course of the 2023–24 season, several stars have lit up the league with their showcase of sublime skills and efforts. Their stellar performances have not only taken their franchise to higher laurels but have also inspired thousands of athletes vying for their place in the NFL through the draft this year.

Just like the draft, the NFL trade window opening in the postseason is a way for current NFL athletes to ply their trade for different franchises. Star players like Russell Wilson are already expected to be traded, and veterans like Khalil Mack are also on the lists of many teams looking for a strong and experienced LB in their ranks.

Khalil Mack attracting interest from multiple NFL teams

Last season was marred with injuries and slight niggles for Mack. However, he pushed through the troubles and produced what was close to a career-high season for the Chargers. The regular season saw him hit 17 sacks and 21 tackles for the outfit, stats that are worthy of Defensive Player of the Year consideration.

However, trading off Mack for a younger option looks like the way to go for the Chargers as they look to restructure their entire starting lineup. Aside from the on-ground benefit, a trade for Khalil Mack would also result in the franchise saving $23.2 million in cap space, for which they can sign young talent at a later stage.

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, “Mack is one in particular that I know multiple teams I’ve spoken to have an eye on because he had the 17 sacks a year ago. Huge cap hit and [the Chargers] can save $20-plus million on their cap if they were to trade or move on. Maybe there’s a trade possibility for a team in need of a pass rusher and there will be many in that market around free agency.”

Khalil Mack revealed reason for his U-turn on retirement decision

Players like Mack are hard to sign in an era of the NFL, where adaptability to the game situation takes center stage. However, as it turns out, Khalil was actually considering retirement before the commencement of the 2023–24 season. Thankfully enough for the Chargers faithful, he ultimately chose to reverse his decision and take to the pitch for the LA outfit.

According to Sports Illustrated, the 33-year-old said, “I contemplated hanging them up, man,” referring to the decision of quitting the league. In fact, he also floated this prospect to his wife, who quickly shot the idea down. “I love the feeling of dominating the person across from me,” Mack said. “It’s therapeutic,” he said later on.

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