Oweh made a notable impact after being a midseason addition, posting 7.5 sacks, 28 tackles and 13 quarterback hits when Khalil Mack was out, including three sacks in the Wild Card loss to New England. Those numbers underscore his potential as a long-term piece for a Chargers defense that has been among the league’s best.
Khalil Mack’s future remains uncertain, and if he retires or reduces his role, Oweh could rise to the top of LA’s priorities. That dynamic has drawn interest from other teams, with the Tennessee Titans among the suitors who could pursue him as they rebuild with cap space and a new defensive-minded head coach.
LA has already shown a willingness to invest in its defense, most notably by re-signing Teair Tart to a three-year, $37.5 million deal with $20 million guaranteed. The Tart move signals the Chargers are prepared to spend to maintain a competitive roster around Mack, Oweh or any future defensive anchor.
Industry projections place Oweh’s market value around $57.9 million over three years, a figure that could shape the Chargers’ decision depending on how aggressively they want to allocate their cap space this offseason. If LA decides to spend big, keeping Oweh could be feasible; if not, the bidding could push him to formal suitors.
Ultimately, the Chargers’ offseason plan will determine whether Oweh remains in Los Angeles or moves on to another contender. His continued development and the team’s willingness to invest will be central to whether LA preserves a top-tier pass rush for the next three years.
