Chiefs Is there a world in which we don't extend Karlaftis? - Page 3

Dante84 · 03-07-2025, 12:05 PM

Looking ahead to '26....

FWIW - I think we probably do keep/extend him. But I think there's at least a discussion to be had. I also think we'll have more clarity after the draft as to Veach's thinking here as well.

The "Keep" reasons:
- He's still a young, homegrown dude at a premium position - tough to let those dude's walk.
- When he's on, he's on.
- Good teammate, fan favorite.
- FAU has not developed well enough to backfill or exceed GK's production.

The "Explore other options" reasons:
- He's great, but not elite - yet. And he might ask for "elite" money.
- McDuffie will need to get paid (hopefully this year, early).
- How much of his production is tied to Chris Jones success?
- What could we get in exchange for him via tag and trade next season?
- What would that cap space allow us to do?

(What prompted this - Obviously the Bengals are stupid for letting Trey Hendrickson out the door. But GK is not TH. Got me thinking.)

Hayneplane · 03-08-2025, 02:58 PM

If they can get a similar contract done to the 80 million 4 year deal that Buffalo are reportedly signing Gregory Rousseau to that would be a solid move.

TwistedChief · 03-08-2025, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Hayneplane

If they can get a similar contract done to the 80 million 4 year deal that Buffalo are reportedly signing Gregory Rousseau to that would be a solid move.

I think Rousseau would be the floor for his contract.

They share the same agent too fwiw.

pugsnotdrugs19 · 03-08-2025, 04:37 PM

Was coming to this thread to mention what others just have.

If you wanna get George at a deal that’s reasonable to his actual value, sign him now. $20m per year like Rousseau got is fine. It’s a lot, but it’s not gonna kill you.

George has been a better player than Rousseau so far IMHO.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-08-2025, 05:29 PM

He's kinda carried our ass the last two playoff seasons. 7 sacks in 7 games at some really crucial times.

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pugsnotdrugs19 SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS Join Date: Aug 2013 Casino cash: $6609447	Was coming to this thread to mention what others just have. If you wanna get George at a deal that’s reasonable to his actual value, sign him now. $20m per year like Rousseau got is fine. It’s a lot, but it’s not gonna kill you. George has been a better player than Rousseau so far IMHO. Last edited by pugsnotdrugs19; 03-08-2025 at 04:42 PM..
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