Chargers' Khalil Mack Inactive Against Bengals

Khalil Mack will not play for the Los Angeles Chargers in their Sunday night matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a groin injury, which kept him out of practice all week. This absence is significant as the Chargers face a Bengals team needing a win to maintain playoff hopes, despite injuries affecting both squads. The Bengals will also be without left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins, while receiving a boost with Tee Higgins returning from injury. Mack has recorded 4.5 sacks this season, making his absence felt against a pass-heavy Bengals offense. Despite the injuries, Chargers' Joey Bosa will be active for the game. The Bengals' recent performance includes a close loss to the Ravens, amplifying the pressure to secure a victory against the Chargers.