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Chiefs Make Contract Decisions On 2 Key Defensive Players

The Kansas City Chiefs have exercised the options for cornerback Trent McDuffie and defensive end George Karlaftis. These were anticipated moves by the team and ensures that both players will be under contract for the 2026 season.

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Chiefs To Exercise Fifth-Year Options On Trent McDuffie, George Karlaftis

Trent McDuffie and George Karlaftis are targets for Chiefs extensions. One or both could be worked out as early as this offseason, but in any case their futures for the next two years are clear.

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Trent McDuffie News / Arrowhead Addict / April 29

Why Trent McDuffie’s 5th-year option is a win for the Chiefs (and unfair to him)

In a move that surprises absolutely no one, the Kansas City Chiefs are going to exercise the fifth-year option on cornerback Trent McDuffie, locking in his services for the 2026 season.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / April 29

Kansas City Chiefs Make $28.83 Million Decision on Two Star Players

The Kansas City Chiefs cut a couple of big checks Tuesday to two of the franchise’s emerging defensive superstars. According to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 29

Chiefs Exercising Fifth-Year Options For CB Trent McDuffie & DE George Karlaftis

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Chiefs are planning to exercise the fifth-year options in 2026 for CB Trent McDuffie and DE George Karlaftis. Per Over

Trent McDuffie now has the chance to take on a new type of role following Chiefs selection of CB Nohl Williams in 2025 NFL Draft

One of the more intriguing picks the Kansas City Chiefs made during the 2025 NFL Draft was California Golden Bears cornerback Nohl Williams. What was intriguing about the selection of Williams?

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Patriots deal No. 85 To Chiefs

The Chiefs already made a move for a cornerback this offseason, giving Kristian Fulton a two-year deal worth $20MM. But the AFC dynasty will keep going here.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 24

Last Sleeper Pick For Chiefs in Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is here for the Kansas City Chiefs and the rest of the National Football League. The Chiefs are looking to continue their recent run of having good draft classes.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 23

Will Chiefs' Defensive Prospect Start in the NFL in Year 1?

Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday, one of the Kansas City Chiefs' biggest needs on the defensive side is a cornerback. The Chiefs already have one cornerback who has been great for them, and that is cornerback Trent McDuffie.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 23

Chiefs McDuffie Sounds Off on Contract Talks and Future

Drafting and development of players is how the Kansas City Chiefs have remained in the AFC Championship game or better since 2018. They are one of the few powerhouses in the league that can consistently remain in Super Bowl contention because of a terrific quarterback, head coach, young roster, and defensive coordinator.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 22

AFC Notes: Draft Buzz, Trent McDuffie, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders

In his pre-draft notebook, Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson notes there’s some realistic buzz about the Broncos trading up in the draft, either for a running back or receiver. Ex-Denver CB Chris Harris Jr.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / April 22

Trent McDuffie opens up about losing Justin Reid from the Chiefs' defense

Kansas City Chiefs fans are used to seeing key players come and go. One of the latest key departures for the team is Justin Reid, who signed with the New Orleans Saints in free agency.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 22

Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie Relives Draft Day Experience

The Kansas City Chiefs struck gold when they brought in cornerback Trent McDuffie with one of their two first-round selections in the 2022 NFL Draft. Since donning a Chiefs uniform, McDuffie has continued to improve his game and has lived up to his first-round draft selection.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20

Chiefs Preparing To Discuss Extensions With Trent McDuffie, George Karlaftis

The Tyreek Hill trade gave the Chiefs two first-round picks in 2022. They used their own first-rounder on George Karlaftis and traded up for Trent McDuffie with the pick the Dolphins sent them (via the 49ers) for Hill.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 16

Will Chiefs' McDuffie Crack Top 10 in This Category?

A ton of eyes are going to be on Kansas City Chiefs' young cornerback Trent McDuffie going into the new season. Not only does McDuffie have an expiring contract, given that no fifth-year option or extension has been issued yet, the young cornerback might need to shine more before reaching that point.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / March 18

Former Chiefs OT explains why Chiefs waiting to pay Trent McDuffie is the right move

With Derek Stingley getting paid by the Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs fans are naturally a bit peeved that Trent McDuffie's asking price just got a lot bigger.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 9