Khalil Mack may return to the Bears before trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 1:45 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Khalil Mack, who was traded to the Chicago Bears eight years ago, could be returning to the team pending trade discussions. The Los Angeles Chargers are currently struggling at 0-4, while the Bears, with a 3-1 record, are looking to bolster their defense. Mack has recorded three sacks this season and has a remaining salary of $5.77 million in the final year of his contract. The Bears have approximately $9 million available in cap space, potentially facilitating a trade. The NFL trade deadline is approaching in 31 days as teams assess their rosters.
- •Mack has three sacks in four games this season.
- •The Bears are 3-1, and the Chargers are 0-4.
- •Bears have about $9 million in cap space.
- •Mack's current salary is $8 million, with $5.77 million left.
- •The NFL trade deadline is 31 days away.
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Khalil Mack could return to the Bears
"Eight years after the Bears traded for pass rusher Khalil Mack, the Bears could be doing it all over again.
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