Mack is expected back soon, with his presence on the edge providing a dramatic boost to the Chargers’ pass rush and overall defensive identity.

Mack provides veteran disruption amid an injury-laden Chargers defense; his presence can buoy pass rush and in turn fantasy matchup dynamics.

<p>Khalil Mack’s elbow injury has created an opening for the Chargers’ pass rush, elevating Odafe Oweh’s arrival as a potential plug-and-play spark opposite Mack once healthy, and prompting the team to pursue more aggressive pressure schemes in the near term.</p><p>The role and health of Mack will heavily influence how the rest of the defense is deployed and how quickly Oweh can translate athletic potential into consistent production.</p>

Khalil Mack's dislocated elbow sidelined him, leaving the Chargers with an uncertain return timeline and a thinner edge group, making Oweh's addition even more critical for immediate pass-rush juice.

Mack's absence highlighted the edge absence in the run game; the Chargers lacked physicality and a consistent pass rush, compromising their defense.