Chargers Re-Sign Khalil Mack on One-Year, $18M Fully Guaranteed Deal

The Los Angeles Chargers re-signed veteran edge rusher Khalil Mack to a one-year, $18 million fully guaranteed deal that keeps him off the free-agent market and locks in his presence for the upcoming season.

“The NFL team has confirmed a one-year contract with the fearsome quarterback hunter, a signing that ensures the star player's presence for the upcoming season”

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Multiple outlets reported the agreement and framed it as a move that avoids free agency while securing Mack for the Chargers' roster.

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Mack is a nine-time Pro Bowler.

He was the 2016 Defensive Player of the Year.

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He is entering his 13th NFL season.

One outlet noted his age at 35.

Sources noted offseason retirement speculation that ultimately did not result in him leaving the league.

Coverage discussed recent production and health: Mack recorded 5.5 sacks in 2025, noted as his second-lowest total after missing four games with an elbow injury, but outlets emphasized that when healthy he can still be a difference-maker.

“LOS ANGELES -- Nine-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Khalil Mack signed a one-year deal that will keep him with the Los Angeles Chargers, the team announced Saturday”

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Others pointed to his higher output in prior seasons, including a career-best 17 sacks in 2023, underscoring both his peak performance and recent decline.

Reports described Mack’s role with the Chargers as central to their pass-rushing plans.

Outlets said he is expected to be a key piece as the team shapes its edge depth under new defensive coordinator Chris O’Leary, and praised his consistent quarterback pressure and high-impact presence.

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The signing was presented as both a football and roster strategy decision.

Multiple outlets referenced team announcements and reporting sources, citing team statements and reporters such as Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler.

“BREAKING: Chargers Re-Sign Khalil Mack on 1-Year, $18M Fully Guaranteed Deal By Chat Sports Los Angeles Chargers breaking news: edge rusher Khalil Mack is re-signing with the team on a one-year, $18 million fully guaranteed contract, per ESPN's Adam Schefter”

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Coverage framed the contract as fully guaranteed and emphasized the immediate roster impact and the confirmation that Mack will remain with Los Angeles rather than testing free agency.

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