What happened to Mack?

I'd say he's definitely slowed down a little, I mean, it's natural - especially with the injuries.

As I've been saying all along, it's one game. Sure, last season people were questioning him too, but the pressure was there and the defense wasn't a problem.

Obviously we all have our own opinions so I'm not gonna say your wrong for saying he's no longer elite. I'm just saying, let's wait. Donald wasn't on the stat sheet until the game was over - you know what I mean? The Bears OL and gameplay limited his impact. I don't think he's in a decline.

If the Bengals OL and scheme does the same think to Mack (and the defensive unit as a whole ), you might hear my tune change

Mack is getting older and players naturally decline with age. He also has zero help on the d line with Goldman being hurt, Hicks being hurt, and Quin being Quin. How much of this is also on the defense not coming in for camp?

When I heard the Raiders wanted to trade for Mack I would of taken it.

Don't forget, every other teams has years of tape on him. they have analyzed every move he's made, and scheme for it. double teams, chipping, play to the other side, etc. I think thats's why these guys get really great for a few years, then fade away. Plus, when he has no help he's all on his own against the extra blocking.