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Chiefs' Chris Jones Secures $1.25 Million Bonus with 10th Season Sack

Teammates celebrate as Jones hits performance milestone, potentially marking his final season with Kansas City.

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KANSAS CITY, MO - NOVEMBER 03: Defensive end Chris Jones #95 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts to the crowd during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at Arrowhead Stadium on November 3, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Kansas City Chiefs' defensive tackle Chris Jones secured his 10th sack of the season in the final regular-season game, triggering a $1.25 million bonus.
  • Jones' contract, worth up to $25 million with incentives, was signed after a long holdout ahead of the season.
  • Jones also has a chance to earn bonuses for playing time percentages, Super Bowl appearances, and for winning Defensive Player of the Year.
  • Jones' achievement was celebrated by his teammates, marking a full-circle moment after starting the season sidelined due to a contract dispute.
  • With his salary stretching the Chiefs' cap limit, this may be Jones' last season in Kansas City.