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Chris Jones, Chiefs Agree to Record-Setting 5-Year, $95M Contract Before Free Agency

There won't be any drama surrounding Chris Jones' future with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason.

The veteran defensive tackle agreed to a five-year, $95 million contract with the team, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes took to X to celebrate the deal:

Jones spoiled the surprise more than a month ago. During the team's Super Bowl parade, he emphatically declared he'd be sticking around to aid in the Chiefs' three-peat bid:

It remained to be seen, though, if he'd follow through once the emotional high of winning a second straight Super Bowl subsided and serious contract negotiations began.