Khalil Mack injury update sees star EDGE put down a little challenge for Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers superstar pass-rusher Khalil Mack appears to have an outside chance at playing on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts.

Mack only just had his 21-day window to return opened, permitting him to practice with the team before Week 7, not all that long after suffering the arm injury that sidelined him.

Technically speaking, the Chargers listed Mack as "questionable" to play on the final injury report of the week. That usually implies about a 50-50 shot at the player actually getting on the field.

But in an interview with the media, Mack threw out some hints that he might be good enough to go, provided the team wants to give him the green light.

ESPN’s Kris Rhim shared the footage:

Khalil Mack said he feels good enough to play Sunday, but leaving that decision up to the medical/coaching staff.

“I’m slightly ready to go. I can’t give you percentage wise, but it feel good. It don’t hurt at all.” pic.twitter.com/fHEfFFxUrJ
— Kris Rhim (@krisrhim1) October 16, 2025

It wouldn’t be too surprising to see the Chargers go slow with Mack despite his wanting to get back on the field.

After all, Odafe Oweh just debuted with the team and picked up a sack. In tandem with the other depth names, he appears to be capable of holding it down for at least one more week.

The Chargers could steal the top seed in the AFC with a win over the Colts. But they’d probably prefer to make sure Mack is fully refreshed for a run from November into a possible playoff berth.

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