Emanuel has decided to resume playing in the NFL, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Emanuel announced his unexpected decision to retire from the league last April, citing mounting injuries and a focus on long-term health as factors that led to the move. Now having had the benefit of a full season on the shelf to get healthy, it looks as though the 28-year-old is ready to pick up where he left off. Emanuel accrued 147 tackles (94 solo), four sacks and two interceptions across 63 games during his first four seasons with the Chargers, and he's now expected to garner fair interest as a free agent.

Emanuel announced Thursday via his personal twitter account that he's decided to retire from the NFL.

EDGE Analysis

Emanuel is still somewhat young at age 27, but decided to step away, citing no specific reason for his retirement. He did, however, say that injuries have piled up and wanted to consider his long-term health in the decision. After he was drafted in the fifth-round in the 2015 draft by the Chargers, Emanuel started 32 games for the team and racked up 147 combined tackles, four sacks, an interception and a forced fumble.

Emanuel (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

EDGE Analysis

Emanuel was added to the injury report mid-week with the hip issue but won't be forced to miss game action. The 27-year-old should see his usual snap-share at outside linebacker at Oakland.

Emanuel has a hip injury and is questionable for Sunday's game at Oakland, Sam Fortier of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Emanuel hasn't missed a game since his rookie year in 2015 but earned the questionable tag after practicing on a limited basis Thursday and not participating Friday. Uchenna Nwosu would see increased work at outside linebacker if Emanuel is unable to play Sunday.