After dropping to 0-7, the Los Angeles Chargers may reconsider their stance on trading star pass rusher Khalil Mack before the NFL's November 10 deadline. The 35-year-old future Hall of Famer remains productive and could help a contender. Here are three potential trade scenarios.
Trade 1: Reunion with Chicago Bears
The Bears, who recently acquired Jeffery Simmons, are reportedly still interested in Mack, who played in Chicago from 2018 to 2021. In this mock deal, Chicago sends a 2027 third-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick to Los Angeles for Mack and a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Bears would likely overpay with a third-rounder but could recoup a late-round pick.
Trade 2: Buffalo Bills Add Pass Rush
Buffalo would receive Mack, a 2027 fifth-round pick, a 2028 sixth-round pick, and wide receiver Quentin Johnston. The Chargers would get a 2027 third-round pick, a 2027 sixth-round pick, wide receiver Josh Palmer, and outside linebacker Bradley Chubb. The Bills need a complement to Greg Rousseau, who leads the team in sacks.
Trade 3: Harbaugh Brothers Swap with New York Giants
The Giants, leading the NFC East despite a weak pass rush, would acquire Mack, tight end Charlie Kolar, and running back Keaton Mitchell. Los Angeles would receive a 2027 third-round pick, a 2028 fifth-round pick, and running back Devin Singletary. The deal connects Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh with his brother John Harbaugh, formerly of the Ravens where Kolar and Mitchell played.
