Chris RolingNov 7, 2026
Roling expects the Chargers to make another self-inflicted mistake at the trade deadline by hanging onto Khalil Mack rather than dealing the expiring-contract pass rusher, even though they believe they should trade them for a pick in the fourth round or a little higher.
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Hanging onto Mack would be another misstep, even if the trade return wouldn’t be that high.
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