Getty Chicago Bears pass-rusher Khalil Mack.
The Chicago Bears nearly had a superb upset to start the 2018 NFL season against the rival Green Bay Packers, which was fueled by recently-acquired star Khalil Mack. While the heroics of Aaron Rodgers spoiled Mack’s debut with the Bears, the young pass-rusher still had an incredible showing in the 24-23 loss.
Mack filled up the box score, totaling three tackles, one sack, one interception returned for a touchdown and one fumble recovery. The performance from the former Oakland Raiders star, who was traded just over a week ago, sent Twitter into a frenzy. Not only did reactions pour in from his former Raiders teammates, but also the likes of NBA star LeBron James.
Here’s a look at what was said about the 2016 Defensive Player of the Year’s first game with his new team.
Los Angeles Lakers F LeBron James Was Loving It
@52Mack_ 👀 I see you hit em with the “Silencer”. Give me that ball 🏈
Oakland Raiders DE Bruce Irvin Heaps Praise
@52Mack_ best in the league!
Oakland Raiders DT Khalil Mack
Let’s go 52!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sheeeeeshhhhh
Former Raiders S Tyvon Branch
How they let that man leave Oakland? I will never know smh
Bruce Irvin Couldn’t Give Enough Love
100 million ain’t change Shit! My dawg still playing like it’s a contract year!
Former Raiders LB Perry Riley
Mack is a SPECIAL player! Smdh
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