Khalil Mack Explains His Dog Poop Quote and Other Bears Bullets

Playoff baseball is quite enjoyable when you are a neutral observer. It also helps when you make a really good spaghetti dinner with oven-baked chicken. It is a real shame there were no leftovers to share. Sorry, friends. Maybe next time.

Khalil Mack does it all. He rushes the passer with fury, stops the running game with ferocity, and can even come away with an interception once in a while. Beyond that, the guy is a surprisingly awesome quote. The latest (and arguably greatest) quotable came Sunday:

Khalil Mack didn't want to overcelebrate Sunday's big home win over a division rival. Still 12 games left on a tough schedule.

Mack: "A dog that poop fast don't poop for long, man."

Agreed.

— Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) September 30, 2019

I’ll admit I had a good chuckle about it, but also had no idea what he was talking about. Thankfully, Mack provided an explanation to the Chicago Tribune’s Dan Wiederer. “It really means that anybody can start fast. But it’s about the whole race,” Mack explained. “You know what I’m saying? It’s the whole season. Being consistent.”

Not only is having clarity neat in this situation, it also suddenly becomes relatable and understandable. A 3-1 start for the Bears is quality, but Mack knows that hot starts can come to an end quickly and being good through one quarter of a season doesn’t mean anything if the team does not sustain its success. Mack’s eyes constantly staying on a bigger prize should fuel others around him to keep a similar perspective.

In addition to being a new-aged philosopher, Mack is still good at football:

After week four of the @NFL regular season, these players have the most QB pressures: #GoBucs #Bears100 #Skol #LARams #Browns #Titans #DUUUVAL #Seahawks #HereWeGo @gregcosell | @MattBowen41 pic.twitter.com/OHTGtV2QBQ

— NFL Matchup on ESPN (@NFLMatchup) October 1, 2019

Did I say good? I meant to say worthy of being mentioned in MVP chatter:

https://twitter.com/nflnetwork/status/1179184427529834497

There was a time last year when Mack was getting some love in the MVP debate. Ultimately, it went to Patrick Mahomes because he had a bonkers season. But I maintain that a defensive player is going to snatch an MVP trophy one of these days. Eventually, voters are going to get tired of voting the quarterback with the most zany numbers as the MVP. And there will come a time when a defensive player goes off in a big way, so much so, that voters can’t ignore it. Heck, we almost had it last year with Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald. Had Mahomes put up a more modest stat line, Donald’s season — which was highlighted by leading the league (20.5) and tackles-for-loss (25) — would have merited serious conversation for league MVP honors. So when the day comes when a league MVP isn’t a quarterback, don’t say I didn’t warn ya.

Hit Stick Nick is a clever nickname:

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HIT. STICK. NICK‼️

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I wonder if Mack misses his former quarterback:

Chicago reporters today asked @FiftyDeuce what he appreciated the most about @derekcarrqb:
“Off-the-field, man. Spending all that time … when we were there we were trying to change the culture, just going through that process together, it was real special.”

— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) October 1, 2019

Real friends:

Derek Carr on playing against his close friend Khalil Mack: "I'm absolutely looking forward to it. That's my brother. I absolutely love him to death."

Adds they'll be friends when they're old, and hopefully Mack has kids then: "I'm trying to nudge him in that direction."

— JJ Stankevitz (@JJStankevitz) October 2, 2019

Raiders QB Derek Carr on his friendship with Khalil Mack: "Nothing can take it away. Not even Bears and Raiders when we're playing each other."

— JJ Stankevitz (@JJStankevitz) October 2, 2019

A diplomatic response that could ultimately be proven true over time:

Carr said “both teams are winning” the Khalil Mack trade. “If you can get Khalil Mack on your team, you’re winning. If you can get Josh Jacobs on your team, you’re winning.” #Raiders #Bears

— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) October 2, 2019

Who doesn’t love good artwork?

Not our first trip across the pond…#CHIvsOAK | #Bears100 pic.twitter.com/9GwZaWYC3Q

— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) October 2, 2019

The Bears are gonna be the team eating McDonald’s overseas, aren’t they?

Bears LT Charles Leno Jr. on London: "The food isn't that great out there… The food is great here in America."

America, home of the turkey leg wrapped in a Cinnabon.

— Jason Lieser (@JasonLieser) October 1, 2019

If the NFL wants to play a game in a place where the food is excellent, allow me to suggest a game in Puerto Rico.

Weird eating habits, drink choices, sock love, and music choices are among the quirky things that get NFL players going on a Sunday:

ESPN's NFL Nation looked for the best superstitions/rituals around the league. B.W. Webb's bath routine is definitely on that list. https://t.co/beAdscBRsx

— Ben Baby (@Ben_Baby) October 2, 2019

It feels as if it is necessary to re-share this:

I understand wanting to know more as soon as we can, but first and foremost, you just hope the guy is OK. https://t.co/KbtgijfDJO

— Bleacher Nation Bears (@BN_Bears) October 2, 2019

Would we like clarity regarding the Roquan Smith situation? Sure. But that does not mean we are owed an explanation. I understand the desire for information, especially in this era where all of the information can be easily found with a few key strokes. But so long as this issue remains a personal ordeal that is being handled in-house, I feel as if this is a good time to simply respect an individual’s right to privacy.

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Shot:

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— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) October 1, 2019

Chaser:

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— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) October 1, 2019