This offseason, the Texans signed the most sought-after linebacker, worth $45.5 million.

After finishing last year in the lower half of the AFC South, the Houston Texans shocked everyone by winning the division last season. The executive office needs to think about bringing in linebacker Khalil Mack, a $141 million player with a ton of potential, to keep the momentum going.

Despite the low expectations that were placed on the Texans heading into this season, C.J. Stroud’s remarkable run allowed the squad to defy all expectations. They haven’t had a winning record and advanced to the postseason since 2019.

Leading the way was the rookie tandem of C.J. Stroud and DeMarco Ryans, the team’s quarterback and head coach, respectively. Their partnership made Houston the fifth team in NFL history to make the postseason with a first-year coach and quarterback.

The two were tested in the wild card round against the Cleveland Browns and made jaws drop when the Texans eliminated them. And even though they lost to the Baltimore Ravens in the following round, their incredible run was already recognized by many at that point.

Why Houston Texans Must Trade $141 Million Linebacker This Offseason

Why the Houston Texans Should Sign Khalil Mack for the upcoming season

The Los Angeles Chargers have the option to keep Mack on their roster, even though it would be detrimental to their cap space. Aaron Schatz of ESPN

“Mack, who just turned 33, had 17 sacks last season for the Chargers and he would come with a huge contract. He has a $38.5 million cap number, and the Chargers are nearly $46 million over the cap for 2024. Trading Mack before June 1 would save them over $23 million in cap space. The Texans, on the other hand, have $57 million in cap space. They also have the space to bring Mack in with starting edge rusher Jonathan Greenard hitting free agency. Imagine Mack playing opposite Will Anderson Jr., with opponents able to double-team only one of them. It probably wouldn’t cost the Texans a very high draft pick while bringing a big addition to their defense,” Schatz wrote.

explains why Houston is the better fit for the linebacker next season: