Trending Now - Khalil Mack Signs One-year Extension With Chargers

WHO:

Khalil Mack, outside linebacker, Los Angeles Chargers

Joe Hortiz, General Manager, Los Angeles Chargers

Jim Harbaugh, Head Coach, Los Angeles Chargers

Justin Herbert, quarterback, Los Angeles Chargers

Teair Tart, defensive tackle, Los Angeles Chargers

Odafe Oweh, outside linebacker, free agent

Zion Johnson, left guard, free agent

WHAT:

Khalil Mack signed a one-year, fully guaranteed contract extension worth $18 million with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Mack recorded 5.5 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 6 tackles for loss, and 11 quarterback hits in the 2026 season.

Mack has started 61 of 62 regular-season games with the Chargers over the last four seasons, registering 36.5 sacks and 195 tackles.

Mack's career totals include 113 sacks, 662 tackles, 196 quarterback hits, and 36 forced fumbles.

WHERE:

Los Angeles, California, home of the Los Angeles Chargers

WHEN:

The contract extension was announced on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

Mack turned 35 years old in February 2026.

The 2026 NFL New League Year begins on March 11, 2026.

WHY:

The Chargers prioritized re-signing Mack to ensure he remained with the team and to maintain leadership on the defense.

Mack expressed a desire to continue playing and contribute to the team's success after considering retirement.

HOW:

Mack's performance in the 2025 season was impacted by an elbow injury that sidelined him for four games, but he returned to help the team significantly improve defensively.

(UPDATED March 8, 2026 05:19 UTC)

Khalil Mack has signed a one-year, fully guaranteed contract extension worth $18 million with the Los Angeles Chargers, a move announced on Saturday. The 35-year-old linebacker, who has been a key player for the team, recorded impressive stats last season, including 5.5 sacks and 11 quarterback hits, and has started 61 of 62 regular-season games since joining the Chargers. Mack's leadership on defense was a priority for the team as they look to build on their success, especially after he returned from an elbow injury that had sidelined him for four games in 2025.