Khalil Mack openly contemplated retiring after the Chargers' wild-card loss but now is aiming to play in 2025. He'll become a free agent in March.

Khalil Mack didn't need a lot of time after the Los Angeles Chargers' season ended to make a decision about his playing future. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter,

The outside linebacker, set to become a free agent and uncertain about his future after the playoff loss to Houston, said his best chance to win was to re-sign

Nine-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Khalil Mack will return for his 12th NFL season in 2025, ESPN reported Wednesday.

After the Chargers' loss to the Houston Texans in the wild-card round on Jan. 11, the 33-year-old Mack said he would take some time to decide his future. Apparently, he decided he has more football left to play.

The veteran pass rusher was mulling retirement following the Los Angeles Chargers first round exit from the playoffs, but Khalil Mack has made a decision.

Chargers LB Khalil Mack has decided to play during the 2025 season after mulling retirement. He will become an unrestricted free agent.

After casting doubt on his future in the NFL following the loss to the Texans, Los Angeles Chargers LB Khalil Mack has clarified what will happen with him next year.