George Karlaftis III

George Karlaftis III has agreed to a four-year, $93 million contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs according to Adam Schefter.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes $62 million in guaranteed money and keeps the talented pass rusher in Kansas City through the 2030 season. Karlaftis III remains an elite, disruptive option as part of a Kansas City defensive unit looking to rebound from a disappointing performance in their Super Bowl loss to the Eagles.

Kansas City Chiefs edge rusher George Karlaftis III is expected to have his fifth-year option exercised by the organization ahead of the 2025 season.

Fantasy Impact

Karlaftis has developed into a key part of a talented Chiefs defensive line headlined by superstar DT Chris Jones. In three seasons in K.C., Karlaftis has totaled 24.5 sacks and elevated his pressures from 49 as a rookie to 83 and 76 over the last two seasons. He will stay with the Chiefs through the 2026 season as the sides potentially work toward an extension.

The Chiefs and first-round draft pick DE George Karlaftis have agreed to terms on a four-year, fully-guaranteed deal.

Fantasy Impact

Karlaftis is a pressure-first defensive end who struggles against the run but is prolific at attacking quarterbacks. He is projected to start immediately for the Chiefs, a team that finished eighth in overall defense last season.

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected EDGE George Karlaftis with the No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

The Chiefs remain focused on defense after taking cornerback Trent McDuffie earlier in the first round. Now, they add Karlaftis to the end of their defensive line. Karlaftis plays with a high motor, explosive hands and hips, and great stamina. He struggles drastically against the run, but Kansas City will look to take advantage of his prolific ability to get outside and pressure the quarterback.