Khalil Mack

Football player, 2016 Defensive Player of the Year

Khalil Mack - Football player, 2016 Defensive Player of the Year
Born

February 22nd, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional football player primarily played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). Entered the league after being selected fifth overall in the 2014 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Played for the Raiders until 2018 before being traded to the Chicago Bears. Achieved significant success during career, participating in multiple Pro Bowls and earning First-Team All-Pro honors. Recognized for exceptional skills in pass rushing and defensive play, earning the 2016 NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. Joined the Los Angeles Chargers in 2021, continuing to contribute to team defenses.

Selected as the 2016 NFL Defensive Player of the Year

Played for the Chicago Bears and Oakland Raiders

Multiple-time Pro Bowl selection

First-Team All-Pro in 2015 and 2016

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