(nbcsports) The Kansas City Chiefs officially have commenced the process of getting a long-term deal done with quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Sam Mellinger of the Kansas City Star reports that negotiations between the Chiefs and Mahomes have begun.
The best player in the NFL after only two seasons as a starter and already on track to be one of the best to ever play the game, Mahomes could be the first player to crack the $40 million-per-year threshhold.
The Chiefs also still hope to get a long-term deal with Chris Jones, but there is “not much traction” on a contract, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.
Deadlines tend to drive deals, and, since the Chiefs used the franchise tag on Jones, they have until July 15 to reach an agreement. Jones has not signed the $16.1 million franchise tender.
Jones has 33 sacks and seven forced fumbles in four seasons in Kansas City. He made his first Pro Bowl in 2019.
