Only One Chargers’ Star Pass Rusher Is the Answer for the Bears
With the Chargers releasing Joey Bosa, should the Bears pursue him or opt for a reunion with Khalil Mack?
The Los Angeles Chargers have released former NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and five-time Pro Bowler Joey Bosa. A move that was expected, he’ll be joining his running mate Khalil Mack in free agency. With the Chicago Bears’ need for another pass rusher, which one do they go after?
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Joey Bosa vs. Khalil Mack: Only One Is the Answer for the Bears
Joey Bosa is second in Chargers’ franchise history with 72 sacks during the regular season. Despite this, he has struggled to stay on the field, missing 23 games over the past three seasons. Plus Bosa only had 2.5 sacks in 2022, 6.5 in 2023, and five last season. Compare that to Khalil Mack missing just one game the past three seasons with eight sacks in 2022, 17 sacks in 2023, and six sacks last season.
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While Bosa (29) is younger than Mack (34), the difference isn’t drastic enough to outweigh Mack’s availability and consistency.
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More than just a heartfelt reunion in Chicago, the Bears desperately need help getting to the quarterback. With the recent trades for offensive linemen Jonah Jackson and Joe Thuney, the philosophy in Chicago has shifted to a win-now mentality. That said, the Bears will likely draft a pass rusher within the first two rounds of the NFL Draft, so if the price is right, bringing Khalil Mack back to mentor the young pass rusher and help Montez Sweat regain form would be huge.
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This wouldn’t be a “break the bank” signing for the Bears but rather a team-friendly deal that allows Mack to finish his career in Chicago. Reports indicate Mack is open to a return and isn’t seeking the spotlight he once had with the Bears. Considering his durability, production, and familiarity, he checks all the boxes.
