Following a tumultuous regular season, the Kansas City Chiefs validated their playoff prowess by securing the Lombardi Trophy and defending their title. While the Super Bowl LVIII made the San Francisco 49ers a victim of the “Kirk Cousins Curse,” Chris Jones’ team strongly avoided Josh Allen’s curse.
Nevertheless, the win not only opened the luck of the Chiefs but also strengthened the commitment of their players to have another run in Kansas City including Jones.
Chris Jones provides verdict on Chiefs future
Before the Super Bowl LVIII, Chris Jones stated his fear of confronting the 49ers’ Trent Williams on the field. As the Super Bowl LVIII win melted his fear, Jones is now determined to continue his career with the Chiefs.
During the Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade, the linchpin of Kansas City’s defense boldly declared his intention to reunite with Mahomes for the upcoming season in front of nearly 1 million fans. With passion in his voice, he conveyed his desire to win another Lombardi Trophy on the trot.
“I need three of those things, baby! We ain’t done yet! We ain’t done yet! Kansas City, we will be back here next year. And for those who want Chris Jones gone, I ain’t going nowhere baby! I will be here this year, next year and the year after,” he said.
This proclamation brought immense hope to Chiefs fans, especially considering Jones’ previous offseason holdout due to the absence of a long-term contract, resulting in a substantial fine. The fanbase rallied behind the veteran player, urging the team to secure his desired deal. Notably, Mahomes and other teammates expressed concerns about Jones’ contract situation back then.
Ultimately, amidst speculation, the seasoned pass rusher rejoined the Chiefs after coach Andy Reid shared positive updates. The resolution came in the form of a one-year, $19.5 million deal agreed upon last offseason.
Chris Jones achievements with Chiefs
Chris Jones stands as the heartbeat and anchor of the Chiefs’ defense, assuming this pivotal role since joining the NFL in 2016, when the Chiefs selected him in the second round with the 37th overall pick.
Establishing himself as one of the premier defensive linemen in NFL history, Jones boasts an impressive record, securing five Pro Bowls and five All-Pro selections.
With 123 appearances for the Chiefs, he has compiled noteworthy statistics in his career, amassing 273 tackles, 75.5 sacks, 37 pass deflections, two interceptions, 12 forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries. His peers recognized his prowess, ranking him 39th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.
Beyond contributing to the Chiefs’ three Super Bowl victories, Jones showcased his dominance with three seasons recording at least 10+ sacks. Even in the high-pressure environment of the Super Bowl LVIII against the 49ers, Jones contributed significantly with four combined tackles (two solo) in the game.
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