The Los Angeles Chargers, now 0-7 after another loss on Sunday, may need to seriously reconsider their reported unwillingness to trade outside linebacker Khalil Mack before the NFL's November 10 deadline. The 35-year-old future Hall of Famer, deep into the back-nine of his career, would likely prefer a chance to win a championship, something that has eluded him. While no longer in his prime, Mack remains a productive pass rusher who could help a title-contending team.
Three Mock Trade Scenarios
Trade 1 – Chicago Bears: The Bears would receive Mack and a 2027 fifth-round pick, sending a 2027 third-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick to the Chargers. Despite already trading for Jeffery Simmons, Chicago is reportedly still interested in Mack, who had a memorable four-year run with the Bears from 2018-21. The Bears would likely have to overpay with a third-round pick but could try to recoup a late-round pick in the 2027 or 2028 draft.
Trade 2 – Buffalo Bills: Buffalo would receive Mack, a 2027 fifth-round pick, a 2028 sixth-round pick, and wide receiver Quentin Johnston. The Chargers would receive a 2027 third-round pick, a 2027 sixth-round pick, wide receiver Josh Palmer, and outside linebacker Bradley Chubb. The Bills would gain a much-needed pass rusher to complement Greg Rousseau, who has nearly half of Buffalo's sack total through eight weeks.
Trade 3 – New York Giants: The Giants would receive Mack, tight end Charlie Kolar, and running back Keaton Mitchell. The Chargers would receive a 2027 third-round pick, a 2028 fifth-round pick, and running back Devin Singletary. The Giants lead the NFC East despite having one of the league's worst pass rushes and also need help at running back and pass catcher. John Harbaugh is familiar with Kolar and Mitchell from his time with the Ravens, while Jim Harbaugh would get Singletary and draft picks to jumpstart a rebuild.
