The Chicago Bears want Khalil Mack, but the Los Angeles Chargers are saying no. This creates a massive problem for Chicago right before the trade deadline. The Bears need help on the edge, and Mack is the perfect fix for their roster. Yet the team holding his contract refuses to sell. That is the only thing standing between Chicago and a star player.
A Stubborn Roadblock
The Los Angeles Chargers sit at 0-6 and have no path to the playoffs. Logic says they should trade their best players to get picks for the future. Instead, they are telling other teams that Mack is not for sale. Sports Illustrated reported on Saturday that the Chargers have “confounded teams by not engaging in trade talks.” That quote comes directly from NFL insider Jonathan Jones.
This stance is baffling for everyone watching the league. The Bolts are losing every game, yet they keep Mack. Jones noted that “It’s hard to envision that remaining the case over the next 10 days.” The Bears are one of the teams trying to get him. They just traded for Jeffery Simmons to make their defense stronger. They want Mack to go with him. But the Chargers are digging in their heels.
Bears Are Ready to Spend
Chicago is not waiting around. General manager Ryan Poles made it clear he wants to win now. He just gave up two first-round picks to get Simmons. Poles said “from the moment we started training camp this year we were all-in.” The team is 5-2 and ready to chase a title. They have the money and the picks to make a big move.
Other teams are watching closely too. On Monday, Jordan Schultz informed supporters that the Bears maintained a link to Mack interest. Ian Rapoport added that Chicago is still looking for more edge rushers after the Simmons deal. The need is real. In six games this year, Mack recorded 16 pressures and three sacks. He knows the city and played here for four years. He fits the plan perfectly.
The Chargers might change their mind soon. Jones said the team is stunned by how bad the season has gone. Selling Mack makes sense before he hits free agency in 2027. The Bears have the roster to win. They just need the Chargers to finally talk. Until that happens, the deal stays dead.
