The role Patrick Mahomes played in Chris Jones’ new long-term deal

Last week, the Chiefs and Chris Jones announced a new four-year contract, and the deal is worth up to $85 million. On Monday, Jones, Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach spoke to the negotiation and signing that allowed the team to retain Jones on a long-term basis instead of a one-year franchise tag.Jones explains what the contract means to him, and Reid speaks to the importance of Jones to the defending Super Bowl champion. Veach digs down into the negotiation and how events like Patrick Mahomes’ contract and the coronavirus pandemic played a role in the process.Story links:Chiefs, Chris Jones agree to terms on four-year deal worth $85 million with $60 million guaranteedChiefs pay homage to liquor store clerk who broke news of Patrick Mahomes’ deal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices