The Kansas City Chiefs have made a massive change to Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones’ contracts, ahead of NFL

 

In a significant move to enhance their roster ahead of the 2025 NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs restructured the contracts of quarterback Patrick Mahomes and defensive tackle Chris Jones, freeing up $49.4 million in salary cap space.

 

**Patrick Mahomes’ Contract Adjustment:**

 

– Mahomes, 29, agreed to modify his 10-year, $450 million contract, which runs through 2031. This marks the fourth restructuring since 2021. The latest adjustment involved converting approximately $23 million of his salary into a signing bonus, providing immediate cap relief.

 

**Chris Jones’ Contract Adjustment:**

 

– Jones, 29, who signed a five-year, $158.75 million extension in 2024, participated in a restructuring that included a $27.5 million signing bonus. This move further alleviated cap constraints.

 

The freed-up cap space has enabled the Chiefs to make several key roster moves, including:

 

– Signing free agent offensive tackle Jaylon Moore to a two-year, $30 million contract.

– Acquiring cornerback Kristian Fulton on a two-year deal.

– Re-signing linebacker Nick Bolton.

– Signing wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown to a one-year contract.

 

Additionally, the Chiefs used the franchise tag on guard Trey Smith to retain him for the upcoming season.

 

These strategic financial adjustments reflect the Chiefs’ commitment to maintaining a competitive roster following their Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The team aims to bolster areas of need, particularly the offensive line and secondary, to remain a formidable contender in the AFC.

 

Chiefs Restructure Contracts to Enhance Roster