LA Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack hasn't played since Week 2, when he suffered a dislocated elbow on an awkward collision with linebacker Troy Dye. Mack avoided the worst-case scenario, as it looked like he broke his arm (which would have been a season-ending injury). Instead, Mack's dislocated elbow gave him a chance to return to the Chargers during the 2025 season. Mack took the first step to returning to action for the Bolts with his practice window officially opening on Wednesday. Head coach Jim Harbaugh broke the news to reporters on Wednesday afternoon. This officially opens Mack's 21-day window to return from IR. Although Mack will practice during the week leading into Week 7's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, it's extremely unlikely he will actually suit up this weekend. The 21-day window to return allows Mack to practice with the Chargers without counting against the 53-man roster. Once the 21 days are up, Mack has to be elevated to the active roster or he has to go on season-ending IR. The
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