It’s probably no coincidence that Jones’ extension comes after the Baltimore Ravens and defensive lineman Justin Madubuike agreed to a massive deal.
According to Rapoport’s report, Jones’ deal makes him the NFL’s highest-paid defensive tackle at $31.75 million per year. That’s more than Donald, who is currently making $31.6 million per year over the cap.
Jones, Greg Rosenthal’s No. 1 free agent, has never been shy about saying he wanted to remain with the Chiefs and general manager Brett Veach said as recently as the NFL Scouting Combine that re-signing his dynamic DL Was “on top”. In his priority list.
Now, it has come to fruition.
Jones, 29, is a five-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro and three-time Super Bowl champion. He has recorded back-to-back double-digit-sack seasons and has a tendency to step up in big games – which is typical for KC.
An offseason earlier, Jones was also looking for a long-term reunion with the Chiefs, but held off until a new one-year deal could be reached. So, while Jones and the Chiefs once again experienced Super Bowl success, another impending contract situation always loomed.
Jones lost to the Detroit Lions in Week 1 this season, but in 2024, he’s ready to take the field for the Chiefs season opener, smiling with a lucrative new contract.
