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Kansas City Chiefs Star Patrick Mahomes Is Not Focused On Contract Renegotiations
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In the last six weeks, two quarterbacks — Jalen Hurts and then Lamar Jackson — have signed contracts exceeding the average salary of Patrick Mahomes’ $45-million-a-year deal.
Sure, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback still leads all NFL players in total value with a 10-year contract worth $450 million. But the two-time regular-season MVP now trails six quarterbacks — Hurts, Jackson, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Kyler Murray and Deshaun Watson — in average annual value (AAV).
“We see what’s going on around the league,” Mahomes said. “My agent and the team always keep open communication.”
Despite his cognizance of those escalating salaries, the two-time Super Bowl MVP prioritizes championships.
“I worry about legacy and winning rings more than making money at this moment,” Mahomes said. “You’ve got to find that line where you’re making a good amount of money but you’re still keeping a lot of great players around you.”
Mahomes’ long-term deal gave the Chiefs the financial flexibility to sign free-agent acquisition Jawaan Taylor to a four-year, $80 million deal.
Though Taylor likely will end up on the right — not left side — initially, he will help replace left tackle Orlando Brown Jr., who signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.
Brown and Mahomes were close. Their young daughters have hung out, and Mahomes still talks to him on the phone.
“We had a friendship off the field just as much as on the field,” Mahomes said. “He makes Cincinnati an even better football team. So that stinks for us, but at the same time, I’m happy for him that he got to a good place where he was able to get a good contract that he deserved.”
In Cincinnati, Brown will block for quarterback Joe Burrow, who like Justin Herbert, is entering the fourth year of his rookie deal.
Their contracts likely will exceed Jackson’s, which currently leads the NFL with an AAV of $52 million.
Mahomes encourages the rising salaries.
“You want to kind of keep the bar pushing,” Mahomes said.
At the same time, Mahomes acknowledged the balancing act of earning a salary commensurate to his ability while preserving enough of the financial pie for the Chiefs to re-sign players like Chris Jones and L’Jarius Sneed, who are entering the last years of their four-year deals.
It’s a dilemma that every elite quarterback faces when his contract nears expiration.
“The guys that are getting paid this last offseason, they’re trying to find that right spot. Everybody wants to get paid a lot of money and they think they’re the best at their craft (and so) they want to get paid like that,” Mahomes said, “but at the same time keeping a lot of these great players around.”
Mahomes might no longer have the biggest yearly salary, but he’s the NFL’s biggest star. As a result, he’s been quite visible at star-studded events this offseason.
He attended the Met Gala, the Miami Grand Prix and even gave the “Riders Up” call at the Kentucky Derby.
“I’ve been able to do a lot of stuff,” he said.
Mahomes cited the Derby as something he always wanted to experience as a Super Bowl champion, but Covid-19 forced cancellation of the Derby, following the Chiefs’ win in Super Bowl LIV.
The quarterback is mostly settled down for the rest of the offseason, but he does have a few more trips planned.
One noteworthy one is a June 5 visit to the White House to celebrate the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVII championship. Even as a tourist, Mahomes has never visited the White House.
“I’m excited to get there and see the history of it,” he said. “It’ll be a once-in-a-lifetime thing.”
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Two men who led police on a high-speed chase through Kansas City in a stolen vehicle have been charged in connection to another stolen vehicle.
Jackson County, Missouri, Circuit Court records indicate that Trevon Perkins, 27, and Demont M. Vandunk, have been charged in connection to the armed robbery of a Corvette from a Kansas City detailer and a high-speed chase that followed.
A probable cause statement filed by the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department revealed that just after 5 p.m. on Dec. 20, emergency crews were called to a local parking lot with reports of an armed robbery. When they arrived, they found a local detailer who reported he had been working on a Corvette when it was stolen.
The victim told law enforcement officials that two men, later identified as Perkins and Vandunk, drove up in a black 2018 Camaro before they threatened to shoot him as they took his wallet, keys and belongings.
Investigators noted that Vandunk left the scene in the blue 2023 Corvette while Perkins returned to the Camaro and sped off. Later that night, the Camaro was spotted near E. 67th and Monroe Ave. However, when law enforcement officials attempted to pull the driver – Vandunk – over, he attempted to speed off and started a chase.
Law enforcement officials said they followed Vandunk and Perkins, who was in the passenger seat, down Meyer to Swope Pkwy. and onto Cleveland Ave. as they reached speeds of more than 100 mph. Vandunk lost control of the Camaro before it crashed into another vehicle near 40th and Cleveland.
KCPD said Vandunk and Perkins attempted to run but were quickly taken into custody. During the investigation, it was found that the Camaro had also been stolen out of Kansas City, Kansas. All of the property stolen in the earlier robbery was found and seized.
Vandunk was charged with accessory to robbery, armed criminal action and aggravated fleeing a stop. Perkins was charged with accessory to robbery and armed criminal action as a result. If convicted both could face up to life in prison.
As of Friday, Dec. 27, Perkins remains behind bars on a $75,000 bond. A bond review hearing has been scheduled for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, with a preliminary hearing at 2 p.m. on Jan. 22.
Vandunk remains behind bars on a $75,000 bond as well. A bond review hearing for him has been set for 10 a.m. on Tuesday with a preliminary hearing also at 2 p.m. on Jan. 22. No further information has been released.
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The Tennessee Titans spent a whole lot of money last offseason, addressing both sides of the ball in a free-agent frenzy.
One of the Titans’ signees was linebacker Kenneth Murray, who was viewed as a rather questionable addition from the start.
Well, now here we are in late 2024, and the Murray acquisition is largely considered a disaster.
As a result, Tennessee could stand to add another inside linebacker heading into the offseason, so why not pursue Kansas City Chiefs star Nick Bolton?
Bolton is one of the best inside linebackers in the NFL and has registered 106 tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble, a couple of fumble recoveries and six passes defended this season.
However, due to the Chiefs’ rather tenuous financial situation, it may prove difficult for Kansas City to bring the experienced defender back into the fold.
That opens the door for the Titans, who are set to enter free agency with solid cap room and can certainly afford to add Bolton.
Remember: inside linebackers are no longer valued like they once were, so they don’t typically make big money on the open market. That means Tennessee may be able to land Bolton on a palatable multi-year deal, and that would be a significant boon to the Titans’ defense.
Bolton joined the professional ranks as a second-round pick of the Chiefs in 2021 and immediately established himself as a force, posting 112 tackles during his rookie campaign.
The following year, the 24-year-old was even better, racking up 180 tackles, a pair of sacks and two interceptions.
Bolton has also been a member of two Super Bowl-winning Kansas City squads, so he brings ample big-game experience to the table.
While offense is certainly a bigger issue for Tennessee, it needs to address its defense, as well, and Bolton would represent a major get.
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'We'll prevail again this year': Kansas City illuminates City Hall Menorah, celebrating Hanukkah
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas alongside local Jewish leaders Thursday night illuminated the City Hall Menorah to celebrate Hanukkah.
“We are reminded that we all have beloved traditions and even share cultural themes and values in common,” said Neta Meltzer, the interim executive director for the American Jewish Committee. “We all share this community and each of our thriving is tied to, and dependent on the thriving of others.”
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Across the globe, 15.7 million Jews are celebrating Hanukkah, known as the “Festival of Lights.” In Hebrew, Hanukkah translates to “dedication.” The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.
In 164 BC, a group of Jewish fighters, Maccabees, at the command of Judah of Maccabees engaged in battle with the Greek army, which captured the city of Jerusalem in 200 BC.
Judah and his fighters took back the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. They attempted to re-light their menorah, a then oil-based candelabra, used in Jewish worship.
The fighters found there was only enough oil to hold light for one day. In a miracle, the menorah remained lit for eight days.
Jews commemorate ancestral efforts in the annual Hanukkah holiday, celebrating freedom from injustice.
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“The Jews have absolutely become a resilient people. Certainly back in the times of Hanukkah but so many different times during our history,” explained Jay Lewis, the president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City. “Now today and in the post-October 7th world, there is rising anti-semitism. Our resilience gets tested again and Hanukkah is a good reminder we are resilient, we are a strong people, and we prevailed many times and we’ll prevail again this year.”
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The 2024 Menorah Lighting celebration at Kansas City’s City Hall has only taken place a handful of times. This year, it symbolizes the Jewish community’s presence in the Metro.
“We started it to make sure everybody knew they were welcome, from all faith communities in Kansas City. But certainly for our Jewish sisters and brothers, that you knew you always have a home here at City Hall,” Mayor Lucas told those in attendance.
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For the first time since 2005, the first night of Hanukkah fell on Dec. 25, Christmas Day. Since 1900, the holiday’s first night has fallen on Christmas five times: 1910, 1921, 1959, 2005, and now 2024.
Judaism follows the 354-day-long lunar calendar, following the length of time it takes for the moon to revolve around the sun.
Hanukkah lasts eight nights. The shorter lunar calendar means each year, the holiday starts 11 days earlier and can begin as early as Thanksgiving.
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“It’s a beautiful metaphor that Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa are all right here at the same time. They’re all about light, warmth, and bringing more light into the world. The Jewish community feels totally integrated in the Kansas City Community,” added Lewis. “It’s not this way in every city. In Kansas City, we have multiple religions and cultures that can all be intertwined the way Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah are. The fact we can be inside City Hall having this kind of celebration, I don’t think it gets any better than that.”
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Lewis says Jewish communities have remained safe in history during times of strife through their healthy relationship with elected officials and the government.
Thursday night’s display offered Marcee Levin, an Overland Park native, the chance to become more connected in her hometown.
“I just moved back home after being gone for 40 years,” Levin said. “This ceremony shows strength. Having city hall sponsor this shows the Jewish community in Kansas City is so strong and tight-knit.”
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The first night of Hanukkah was Dec. 25 and the final night is Jan. 2. The 12-foot blue menorah located outside City Hall will illuminate a new candle each night of Hanukkah at 7 p.m.
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