Chris Jones

Chris Jones gets franchise tag from Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs placed the franchise tag on defensive lineman Chris Jones.

What It Means:

This was the expectation after Jones and the Chiefs failed to come to an agreement on a long-term deal. Turning 26 this summer, Jones has emerged as one of the premier players at his position, excelling both against the run and as a pash-rusher.

Jones graded as Pro Football Focus' sixth-best interior defender among 124 qualified players in 2019. He's recorded 24.5 sacks and 49 quarterback hits in 29 games over the past two seasons.