Chiefs Restructure Mahomes Deal, But 2027 Cap Challenge Looms
Kansas City restructured Patrick Mahomes’ $78 million 2026 cap hit to free about $43.6 million for this offseason, bringing the Chiefs closer to compliance. But the 2027 cap is projected to top $85 million due to a vesting roster bonus and prior adjustments, meaning a new deal will be required after 2027. The contract, effectively in the late stages of a long extension, will rely on creative guarantees to manage deferred cap charges from multiple restructures. This sets up a pivotal, potentially cap-constrained path for the Chiefs as they navigate Mahomes’ future and the team’s roster needs beyond 2026.
