The Kansas City Chiefs re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent safety Nazeeh Johnson (knee) and offensive lineman Mike Caliendo on Tuesday, the team announced. Johnson, 25, was taken by the Chiefs in the seventh round (259th overall) in the 2022 draft out of Marshall. He spent all of last year on Injured Reserve with a torn ACL and had only eight tackles (five solo) in 11 games (zero starts) in his rookie campaign in 2022 while only playing on special teams. If fully healthy this summer, Johnson could compete for a bigger role on defense in 2024. Caliendo, 26, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of Western Michigan last year with the Chiefs and played in eight regular-season games (zero starts).

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The Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans are two of the top teams trying to trade for Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed this offseason, but Sneed's asking price is too high right now, according to a source. For now, Sneed remains with the Chiefs on the $19.8 million franchise tag for 2024. The 27-year-old former fourth-round pick by KC in 2020 out of Louisiana Tech was the No. 37 defensive back in IDP fantasy scoring last year with 78 tackles (60 solo), five tackles for loss, two interceptions, a career-high 14 passes defended and a fumble recovery in 16 regular-season starts. Sneed has thrived in defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's scheme in his four years in Kansas City and was a big part of the team's Super Bowl run last year. With the Chiefs focused on an extension for pass-rusher Chris Jones, the likeliest outcome will be Sneed moving to another team this offseason.

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Kansas City Chiefs impending free-agent DL Mike Pennel is re-signing with the team, the Chiefs announced on Wednesday, March 13. The terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.

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The Kansas City Chiefs signed star defensive tackle Chris Jones to a five-year contract on Saturday. His new deal includes $95 million guaranteed. It's the highest-ever annual salary for a defensive tackle. The All-Pro lineman surpasses Aaron Donald annually but still puts him behind Nick Bosa as the highest-paid defensive player. Jones sat out Week 1 of last season during a contract dispute with the Chiefs but eventually settled on a one-year deal ahead of Week 2's contest against the Jaguars. The 29-year-old racked up 30 tackles and 10.5 sacks, including 29 quarterback hits over 16 games in 2023. Jones solidifies the Chief's defensive line and is the heart and soul of Kansas City's defense as they vie for their third straight Super Bowl title.

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There is "growing optimism" that the Kansas City Chiefs and impending free-agent defensive tackle Chris Jones will work out a long-term contract extension before the start of free agency on March 11, according to league sources. "He should get a massive deal from the Chiefs," an NFL source said. General manager Brett Veach acknowledged on Tuesday that re-signing Jones is the team's top priority. The two sides couldn't get something done last offseason, which led to Jones holding out through the first week of the regular season. Similar to 2023, Jones wants a contract that will pay him an average annual salary of $30 million, which would make him the league's third highest-paid defensive player behind Nick Bosa and Aaron Donald. He's the heartbeat of KC's offense, leading them last year with 10.5 sacks and 29 QB hits.

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Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said on Tuesday that the team would like to get a long-term contract extension done with impending free-agent defensive tackle Chris Jones this offseason. "Just like last year our goal and intent is hopefully to get something long term done," Veach said. Jones missed the season opener in 2023 while holding out for a new deal, and he eventually signed a one-year contract before helping the Chiefs win their second straight Super Bowl championship. It would be a surprise if the 29-year-old pass-rusher wasn't able to work something out with the club. The former second-round pick in 2016 out of Mississippi State has been a Pro Bowler each of the last five seasons and has accumulated 26 sacks in the last two years alone. He's the heartbeat of KC's defense up front.

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The Kansas City Chiefs are planning to use the franchise tag on standout cornerback L'Jarius Sneed ahead of 2024 free agency. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the team is prepared to trade Sneed if the two sides fail to agree to a long-term extension. Selected by the Chiefs in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft, the 27-year-old has been a part of the last two Super Bowl runs, and he and Trent McDuffie have formed arguably the best cornerback duo in the NFL. Sneed did not allow a touchdown during the regular season, and he has tallied 10 interceptions through the first four seasons of his career. If he hits the trade block, there should be several interested suitors in today's pass-happy NFL.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is set to be back with the organization next season. The All-Pro tackle was a big reason why the Chiefs were able to win back-to-back championships. The expectation is that the two sides will come to terms on a long-term deal. If they don't, then it could be rather costly for the Chiefs to keep Jones around next season. Due to his 2023 cap numbers, Jones' projected franchise tag is currently sitting at $32 million. That is a huge jump from the $19.7 million that it was originally projected to be. At the end of the day, it would likely be beneficial for both sides to come to a long-term deal. If not, it's hard to imagine the Chiefs using the franchise tag on Jones this summer.

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The Kansas City Chiefs picked up the option on All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones' contract on Friday, according to sources, retaining the right to franchise tag him while paying him $4.25 million that he earned in incentives in 2023. Jones was already due the money, and if he's not franchise-tagged in 2024, he'll become a free agent. The goal for the Chiefs is still to sign Jones to a long-term contract to keep the star pass-rusher with the team as they look to continue their dynasty after back-to-back Super Bowl championships. If Jones plays the 2024 season on the franchise tag, it will cost the Chiefs $19.75 million. Either way, Jones is in line for a massive payday with 75.5 career sacks. He has been a first-team All-Pro each of the last two years and a Pro Bowler the last five seasons.

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Kansas City Chiefs impending free-agent All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones said at the team's championship parade on Wednesday that he isn't going anywhere. The Chiefs would love to have Jones back after he has made five consecutive Pro Bowls and been named a first-team All-Pro in each of the last two seasons. The 29-year-old former second-round pick in 2016 out of Mississippi State had 30 tackles (20 solo), 10.5 sacks, 13 tackles for loss and 29 QB hits in 16 regular season starts in his eighth year in Kansas City in 2023 after sitting out in Week 1 due to a contract holdout. Despite being an interior defensive lineman, he's been a key contributor for fantasy managers in IDP leagues with 26 sacks total over the last two years. It would be a surprise if KC doesn't find a way to bring him back in 2024 as they try for the NFL's first-ever three-peat.

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Kansas City Chiefs OG Joe Thuney (pectoral) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Feb. 10. Also, DT Mike Pennel was elevated to the active roster from the practice squad.

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Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said the team is making it an offseason priority to try to re-sign both defensive tackle Chris Jones and cornerback L'Jarius Sneed. "It's extremely hard because you have two keystone players there," Veach said. Jones, 29, has been of the league's best pass-rushers for years and had 10.5 sacks in 2023 to tie him for the team lead despite missing training camp and Week 1 due to a contract holdout. Sneed, 27, was used to defend opposing teams' top receivers most of the time, and nobody had big games against him. Both Jones and Sneed were vital to an improved Chiefs defense that allowed fewer points than all but one other team during the regular season.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (knee), who was set to line up across from San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams in Super Bowl LVIII, is undergoing surgery on his torn ACL on Tuesday, according to a source. Omenihu tore his ACL in the victory over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship and won't be available for the Chiefs this Sunday. The 26-year-old pass-rusher has a long recovery ahead of him and most likely will not be ready for the start of the 2024 regular season as a result. With Omenihu out, Felix Anudike-Uzomah should see more playing time against the 49ers in the big game. Omenihu is a notable loss for the Chiefs' pass-rushing group, though, as he had a career-high seven sacks in 11 regular-season games for the Chiefs in 2023.

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Kansas City Chiefs DT Mike Pennel and CB Keith Taylor reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Jan. 29, after being on the active roster for the AFC Championship game.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (knee) was optimistic on Sunday night about the knee injury he suffered in the win over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship, but it an MRI exam revealed that he did tear his ACL, according to a source. Omenihu has been a big part of the Chiefs' strong defense this year, so it will be a big loss for that unit in the Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers in two weeks. The 26-year-old was injured in the second quarter on Sunday. With Omenihu unavailable for the big game against San Fran, rookie first-round pass-rusher Felix Anudike-Uzomah will see more snaps on the defensive line. Omenihu, who most likely won't be ready for the start of the 2024 season now, had 28 tackles (18 solo), a career-high seven sacks and two forced fumbles in 11 regular season games in his first year in KC.

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Kansas City Chiefs S Deon Bush didn't record any tackles or assists in the AFC Championship Game against the Baltimore Ravens, but he did come up with a pass defensed and an interception in the end zone for touchback.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (knee) won't return to Sunday's AFC Championship meeting with the Baltimore Ravens. The 26-year-old suffered a knee injury near the end of the second quarter and was listed as questionable to return. However, he was downgraded to out, so he'll likely hold an injury designation for the Super Bowl, assuming the Chiefs advance. Omenihu finished the regular season with seven sacks, the third-most on the team. He also had a sack on Sunday versus Baltimore, which resulted in a turnover.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's AFC Championship game against the Baltimore Ravens. The 26-year-old, who was third on the team in sacks in the regular season, suffered a knee injury near the end of the second quarter. He was in obvious pain and visibly frustrated, so his day could be over. It would be a tough blow for the Chiefs if that's the case, considering he had a strip sack during the contest.

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Kansas City Chiefs DT Matt Dickerson and DT Mike Pennel reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Jan. 22, after being on the active roster for the Divisional Round playoff game.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (illness) and linebacker Willie Gay (neck) have been downgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Both players had been on the injury report earlier this week but did not initially carry an injury designation into the weekend. Now, their status is up in the air once again. Omenihu has been productive this season, totaling 28 tackles, seven sacks, and two forced fumbles. Meanwhile, Gay has 58 tackles, three fumble recoveries, and one interception. Both players are key members of the defense, so having them available on Sunday will be imperative for the Chiefs as they travel to Buffalo.

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