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Chargers have cap space to be aggressive in retaining pass rush trio of Tuipulotu, Mack and Oweh

With more than $92 million in cap space, the Los Angeles Chargers plan to retain edge rushers Khalil Mack, Odafe Oweh and Tuli Tuipulotu, who accounted for 26 of the team's 45 sacks.
Pass rush scarcity and salary-cap mechanics mean Tuli Tuipulotu, 23, USC product, will earn just over $1.6 million in his final rookie year, while Odafe Oweh, 27, and 11-year veteran Khalil Mack face contract timing pressures.
Tuli Tuipulotu's breakout season showed 13 sacks and 20 tackles for loss in 16 games, Odafe Oweh recorded 7 1/2 sacks in 12 games, and Khalil Mack finished with 5 1/2 sacks in 12 games despite missing four.
General manager Joe Hortiz signaled the Chargers want to re-sign many players and have engaged agents, but warned spending must balance Quentin Johnston's option, Keenan Allen, Teair Tart, and injured tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt.
Cap flexibility allowed the midseason trade for Oweh, and preserving the trio keeps a key pass-rush package while Mack, turning 35 next week, adds short-term uncertainty.

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