The Kansas City Chiefs have locked up their star linebacker with a five-year contract extension worth $112 million, making him the highest-paid defender in NFL history. The deal includes $68 million in guaranteed money.
General manager Brett Veach called the signing a cornerstone move for the franchise's defensive future. The 27-year-old recorded 142 tackles and 9.5 sacks last season.
League analysts expect this deal to reset the market for off-ball linebackers across the NFL heading into the 2026 season.
