Chris Jones wants an average annual salary of around $32.5 million per year according to his camp's demand. The Kansas City Chiefs, however, have offered about $27.25 million per year for a new contract. He is currently under a five-year contract signed in March 2024 worth $158.75 million total with an average annual salary of $31.75 million and $95 million guaranteed. This deal makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. His 2025 base salary is $13,750,000, and the contract contains various bonuses and guarantees extending through 2028. In summary, Chris Jones wants roughly $32.5 million per year, but his last signed deal averages $31.75 million annually, with the Chiefs offering slightly less for a new deal.