The fate of Chris Jones 2023 edition

[TribalElder]

Appears the Chiefs and Chris Jones are at the beginning of a contract dispute



Speculation has been that the two sides are "far apart" on a deal

So Chiefs Planet.... how do we think this will play out (poll coming)

Will the Chiefs pay up and meet Chris Jones demands? If so, how much will it end up costing?

Will the Chiefs not be able to meet Chris Jones demands and end up trading him? If so, what kind of haul can we expect?

I've really loved watching Chris Jones wreck shit for the Chiefs, it always sucks when the business side of the NFL forces teams into tough decisions.

[dirk digler]

I can't imagine from the beginning CJ asking to be paid the same as Donald and him still being on this team. They would have dealt him long time ago if that was the case IMVHO.

[O.city]

Yeah, had they came with that in March...it woulda went the same way as Tyreek I would imagine.

[duncan_idaho]

Originally Posted by O.city

There's gotta be something we're missing here. What's their thinking on this whole ordeal?

Overestimating their hand based on bad info or lack of understanding?

The lack of understanding comes more into play if this drags past tomorrow.

[AdolfOliverBush]

CJ looking at Donald's outlier contract and thinking "I want that too!" reminds me of a spoiled brat who is pissed off about his 39 birthday presents because the kid next door recently got 40.

[Dartgod]

Originally Posted by O.city

There's gotta be something we're missing here. What's their thinking on this whole ordeal?

[philfree]

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

That’s not something that’s even on the table, I bet. Doing that is a great way to gain a negative reputation with the players.

I don't know but if Jones thinks he's playing hardball then the Chiefs will play hardball back. That's kind of the way it works with negotiations. And the Chiefs would be foolish not to use all the tools in the box. Hopefully Jones knows this and will report.

[Jamie]

Originally Posted by dirk digler

I can't imagine from the beginning CJ asking to be paid the same as Donald and him still being on this team. They would have dealt him long time ago if that was the case IMVHO.

My guess is they told the team they wanted to wait to see where the Simmons and Williams deals landed, thinking they would close the gap and make it seem more reasonable to ask for Aaron Donald money. Then when that didn't happen they just asked for Donald money anyway.

[Bearcat]

Originally Posted by O.city

There's gotta be something we're missing here. What's their thinking on this whole ordeal?

Oh, we're missing most of it and just filling in the huge gap between "Jones still hasn't reported" and what's actually happening behind closed doors with fan fiction and panic.

I'd be surprised if he doesn't report tomorrow (if all the things about reporting tomorrow are true), but also afraid they overplayed their hand and he'll have to sit for a game or two (not terrible by any means, but kind of shitty on his part if he still gets paid for being benched a couple weeks to get into game shape).

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

Originally Posted by Straight, No Chaser

https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/38259594

Not according to, uhh, uhh ohh, ohh Mina Kimes.

If I had to go with you or with her it would definitely be HER.

HER... she is clueless. Jones has little leverage. The Chiefs would love to have him at their fair price, if not, they are not afraid to try and win another without him and keep the window open as long as possible. Chris stands to lose way more and he most likely signs a longer term deal or plays without missing a game this year, anything else is pure stupidity by he and his agents.

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

Originally Posted by TwistedChief

There’s no way they’d withhold those checks.

They’d probably waive his fines thus far if they had the ability to do so.

Not if they think there is no path to a long term deal. Withholding those checks would drop his franchise tag next year and make it easier to trade him. Jones is the one driving this truck off the cliff, not the Chiefs, and if there is no hope of an extension, then look out for the Chiefs interest should be the priority.

[duncan_idaho]

Originally Posted by IowaHawkeyeChief

HER... she is clueless. Jones has little leverage. The Chiefs would love to have him at their fair price, if not, they are not afraid to try and win another without him and keep the window open as long as possible. Chris stands to lose way more and he most likely signs a longer term deal or plays without missing a game this year, anything else is pure stupidity by he and his agents.

Jones’ leverage is his performance on the field. The team needs him on its defense in 23, and if it doesn’t have him in 24, it needs assets to help replace him.

He and his reps are pushing that as far as they can. that runway is about to run out. They’re going to have to make a decision.

[DJ's left nut]

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

That’s not something that’s even on the table, I bet. Doing that is a great way to gain a negative reputation with the players.

Wanna bet?

If he doesn't report, I'll bet that's EXACTLY what they'll do.

Just exactly what damn choice has he given them? If he's not here, SOMEBODY needs to be and that person costs money. If he took the entire camp off - the same camp 'the players' went and participated in to get themselves into game-shape, why SHOULD he get paid for games he's unlikely to be able to meaningfully participate in.

I think (hope) they're done ****ing with this clownshow of an agent. Alright Chris - you've had your fun. You have 24 hours before the game checks stop. If you think you'll be here in week 8 -- well we'll have you active in week 10. Have fun on your extended holiday.

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

Originally Posted by duncan_idaho

Jones’ leverage is his performance on the field. The team needs him on its defense in 23, and if it doesn’t have him in 24, it needs assets to help replace him.

He and his reps are pushing that as far as they can. that runway is about to run out. They’re going to have to make a decision.

I agree, and hopefully they are smart enough to land the plane for $26-$27m per, with $70m guaranteed instead of crashing by not reporting which would ba a financial disaster for Jones. You would think this would be apparent...

[DJ's left nut]

Originally Posted by philfree

I don't know but if Jones thinks he's playing hardball then the Chiefs will play hardball back. That's kind of the way it works with negotiations. And the Chiefs would be foolish not to use all the tools in the box. Hopefully Jones knows this and will report.

I'm honestly not sure what choice they have?

If he doesn't report and starts missing games, are they gonna have him on the active roster? Of course not.

If he does report and they can't play him because they can't have him getting hurt while he's getting into game shape, they need that $2 million to pay for somebody that's gonna play in his place.

But apart from putting a guy on the 53 who hasn't actually reported to the team, I'm really not sure what sort of options they even have here. If he doesn't come in, their hands are tied.

[Marcellus]

Originally Posted by dirk digler

I can't imagine from the beginning CJ asking to be paid the same as Donald and him still being on this team. They would have dealt him long time ago if that was the case IMVHO.

That's what I have said all along, he blindsided them with this bullshit. No way they were demanding $30MM AV initially.