There are certain things that every player in the NFL wants. For the offensive skill positions it's the first touchdown pass, defensive backs first interception, and for defensive linemen and linebackers it is the first sack. It can feel like forever before it happens, but when it does you better believe that is a moment that player is going to treasure forever.
For Oakland Raiders rookie linebacker Khalil Mack sack No. 1 finally happened on Sunday against the San Diego Chargers.
Mack has been a solid player for the Raiders and has been doing everything he can to help the team put an end to the win-less streak. His focus has been centered on winning so much that he didn't feel like it was right to celebrate his individual achievement when the team has been struggling like it has:
“It was a relief in a sense, but you want to win the game,” Mack said (via CSNBayArea). “That’s what the game is all about, winning.”
A lot of guys would have taken any bow that was afforded them whether their team is losing or not. So while the season may be less than what fans want guys like Mack have to make them feel at least a little bit of hope for the future.
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