Lions consider trade proposal for defensive upgrades from Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Detroit Lions, currently 3-2 in the season, are exploring trade options to enhance their struggling defense. ESPN's Bill Barnwell proposed a swap with the Los Angeles Chargers that would send cornerback Donte Jackson and edge rusher Khalil Mack to Detroit in exchange for fourth- and sixth-round picks in 2027. Both players, who are set to hit free agency after this season, could provide immediate support for a defense that has faced challenges. Adding Mack could complement Aidan Hutchinson on the edge, while Jackson would lend veteran experience to the cornerback group. The Chargers, with a 0-6 record, are likely to be open to trades as they assess their roster.
- •Lions are 3-2 and looking to fix their defense.
- •ESPN suggests trading for Khalil Mack and Donte Jackson.
- •Detroit would send fourth- and sixth-round picks to the Chargers.
- •Both players are set to become free agents after this season.
- •Chargers sit at 0-6 and may be open to trades.
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Lions get ideal trade idea from ESPN that fixes defense with two upgrades from Chargers
"This trade idea from ESPN would be an ideal deadline move for the Detroit Lions.
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