Return of the Mack? Khalil reunion with Bears makes perfect sense

Chicago Sun-Times writer Jason Lieser argues that the Chicago Bears should pursue a trade to reacquire edge rusher Khalil Mack from the winless Los Angeles Chargers. With defensive end Montez Sweat facing a two-game suspension and Dayo Odeyingbo sidelined by a quadriceps injury, Lieser contends that Chicago urgently requires pass-rushing reinforcements to sustain its contention hopes before facing the Atlanta Falcons.

According to Lieser, acquiring the 35-year-old Mack on an expiring contract would likely cost a fourth- or fifth-round draft pick and require approximately $5.8 million in salary-cap space, which fits within Chicago's available cap room. While noting alternative targets like Josh Sweat and K'Lavon Chaisson, the writer views Mack as the ideal cultural and financial fit.