​Star defensive lineman Chris Jones remains the keystone of the Kansas City Chiefs’ defense and is expected to deliver a standout 2026 as the team pursues a spot in Super Bowl LXI. How much will Jones be paid during Kansas City’s 2026 campaign? Here’s a breakdown of how Jones’ contract impacts the Chiefs’ cap space next season. Jones signed a substantial five-year extension with Kansas City in 2024 worth a total of $158,750,000 with $95,000,000 guaranteed. According to OverTheCap, Jones is slated for a base salary of $19,000,000 in 2026, plus a prorated signing bonus of $9,750,000, a $16,000,000 roster bonus, and a $100,000 workout bonus. His total 2026 cap hit will be $44,850,000, representing 14.9 percent of Kansas City’s cap space, the largest share among Chiefs under contract. This piece originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Here’s how much money Chiefs will pay Chris Jones in 2026.