Chargers Re-Sign Khalil Mack, Aim to Keep Pass-Rush Trio Together

Veteran edge rusher Mack returns on a one-year deal as Chargers look to extend Odafe Oweh

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Los Angeles Chargers have re-signed veteran edge rusher Khalil Mack to a one-year, $18 million fully guaranteed contract. Mack has been a key part of the Chargers' defense since being traded to the team in 2022, recording 36.5 sacks. The Chargers are now focused on signing Odafe Oweh, another member of their formidable pass-rushing trio, to a long-term deal.

Why it matters

Keeping Mack and Oweh together with Tuli Tuipulotu gives the Chargers one of the most dominant pass-rushing groups in the NFL, which is crucial for a team with Super Bowl aspirations. Mack's leadership and experience also provide stability for the defense.

The details

Mack, 35, will sign a one-year deal worth $18 million fully guaranteed. After a rough start to the 2022 season due to an arm injury, Mack returned to form once the Chargers traded for Oweh and Tuipulotu emerged. Together, the trio combined for 29 sacks last season. The Chargers are now focused on signing Oweh, who had 10.5 sacks in the regular season and playoffs, to a long-term extension.

  • Mack agreed to the one-year contract on March 8, 2026.
  • The Chargers now have the next 36 hours to try to sign Oweh to a long-term deal.

The players

Khalil Mack

A 35-year-old edge rusher who has been a key part of the Chargers' defense since being traded to the team in 2022, recording 36.5 sacks.

Odafe Oweh

A young edge rusher the Chargers acquired from the Baltimore Ravens, who had 10.5 sacks in the regular season and playoffs last year.

Tuli Tuipulotu

An emerging pass rusher who, along with Mack and Oweh, formed a dominant trio for the Chargers last season.

Justin Herbert

The Chargers' quarterback, who Mack has said he believes in and wants to win a Super Bowl with.

Joe Hortiz

The Chargers' general manager who has been busy this offseason re-signing key players and adding new talent.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

Keeping Mack, Oweh, and Tuipulotu together gives the Chargers one of the most formidable pass-rushing groups in the NFL, which is crucial for their Super Bowl aspirations. Mack's leadership and experience also provide stability for the defense as they look to make a deep playoff run.