The Kansas City Chiefs restructured the contracts of Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones, freeing up $49.446 million in cap space for their 2025 payroll.
Mahomes and Jones’ contract adjustments were necessary to help the Chiefs address roster needs, including signing left tackle Jalyon Moore and cornerback Kristian Fulton.
The Chiefs lost DeAndre Hopkins to the Ravens, leaving their receiving corps thin. Travis Kelce is aging, Rashee Rice is recovering from injury, and Marquise Brown and Xavier Worthy may not be sufficient as primary options
The Chiefs' current receiving group, while skilled, is seen as flawed and could limit the team’s offensive potential, as highlighted in their Super Bowl LIX loss to the Eagles.
Mahomes has restructured his contract in four of the last five offseasons to help the Chiefs build a competitive roster, contributing to their success.
Despite a strong supporting cast, the Chiefs require additional offensive weapons to maximize Mahomes’ abilities and maintain their championship contention
General manager Brett Veach and the Chiefs’ front office are urged to use the newly created cap space to acquire a top-tier wide receiver to support Mahomes.