Overview

• The agreement adds four years to Karlaftis’s contract at a total value of $93 million with $62 million guaranteed.
• An average annual value of $23.25 million places him among the NFL’s top ten highest-paid edge rushers by AAV.
• In three seasons he has compiled 24.5 sacks, 115 tackles, 56 quarterback hits, 15 passes defended, two fumble recoveries and eight sacks in 10 playoff games.
• General manager Brett Veach has pursued similar extensions for young core players, reinforcing roster continuity following deals for Trent McDuffie and Trey Smith.
• The deal secures a versatile pass rusher and run defender to anchor Steve Spagnuolo’s front as the Chiefs aim to sustain their elite defense.