In a significant development for both the Kansas City Chiefs and the New York Giants, former Chiefs linebacker Cam Jones has been signed to a one-year deal by the Giants. This move follows Jones’ time with the Chiefs, where he was a special teams regular and appeared in every game during the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
Jones, a former standout at Indiana University, became a key contributor on special teams during his time with Kansas City. His ability to play a pivotal role in special teams earned him considerable praise within the organization, even though his defensive snaps remained limited. Throughout the 2023 season, Jones participated in 67% of special teams snaps, contributing 17 tackles. In 2024, he saw similar usage, making a valuable contribution to the Chiefs’ special teams unit.
Despite his consistent presence on special teams, Jones faced a tough road ahead in 2025. The Chiefs ultimately waived him in August of that year, and he was quickly picked up by the New York Jets. However, his time with the Jets was marred by injury. Jones suffered a hip injury during Week 6 of the 2025 season while playing against the Denver Broncos in London. Although he showed promise in his role as a special teamer, the injury significantly limited his playing time, and his tenure with the Jets ended shortly thereafter.
Now, Jones has found a new home with the Giants. As a former Super Bowl champion with the Chiefs, he brings valuable experience to New York’s linebacker and special teams units. His ability to contribute both defensively and on special teams will be a huge asset to the Giants, particularly as they look to improve their depth at linebacker.
Chiefs’ Current Needs and Potential Moves
While Jones may be moving on to the Giants, the Chiefs continue to look for ways to strengthen their roster heading into the 2026 season. With the draft fast approaching, the Chiefs are exploring multiple avenues to bolster their defense and offense. One area that remains a priority is the secondary, which has seen significant turnover in recent years.
The Chiefs are reportedly eyeing a potential trade for Tyrique Stevenson, a talented young cornerback with the Chicago Bears. Stevenson, entering the final year of his rookie deal, showed promise in his first two seasons, despite some struggles. He allowed nine touchdowns in his rookie season but improved in coverage, allowing just five scores in his second year. However, he still showed susceptibility to big plays, allowing 15.3 yards per catch in 2025.
Despite these weaknesses, the Chiefs’ defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, is known for his ability to develop young cornerbacks. A trade for Stevenson could help solidify the Chiefs’ secondary and provide them with a potential long-term solution at cornerback. As the Chiefs continue to build around superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, addressing the defense is a key component of their strategy to maintain their position as a Super Bowl contender.
Chiefs’ Draft Strategy and Potential Additions
With the Chiefs holding a rare top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, many eyes are on how they will approach this opportunity. After three consecutive Super Bowl appearances, including two victories, the Chiefs missed the playoffs in 2025, plagued by injuries and struggles in close games. The addition of a top-tier player could help right the ship and restore their championship pedigree.
The Chiefs’ focus in the draft will likely be on bolstering the secondary, given the departures of key players such as Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson. As such, one player the Chiefs could target is Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood. Standing at 6-foot and 195 pounds, Hood brings size and physicality to the position. After transferring from Auburn to Colorado and eventually finishing his career at Tennessee, Hood has shown the ability to cover a variety of receivers. With the Chiefs likely to prioritize improving their pass defense, Hood could be a strong option with their first-round pick.
Another intriguing possibility is the addition of an edge rusher to replace the departed Leo Chenal. The Chiefs have been linked to Missouri edge rusher Zion Young in mock drafts, and with the team’s current need for a pass rusher, Young’s athleticism and ability to disrupt the quarterback could make him a perfect fit for Kansas City.
Regardless of the direction the Chiefs choose in the draft, they are poised to make a move that could help them continue their dominance in the AFC. Whether it’s improving their secondary, adding more weapons for Mahomes, or strengthening the pass rush, the Chiefs are in an enviable position to reload and return to Super Bowl contention in 2026.
Travis Kelce’s Imminent Milestones
As the Chiefs prepare for another season with Mahomes under center, another player is on the verge of reaching career milestones that will only solidify his status as one of the greatest to ever play the game: tight end Travis Kelce. Heading into his 14th season with the Chiefs, Kelce is closing in on several notable career achievements.
Kelce is just 23 catches away from moving into the top five on the all-time career receptions list, surpassing Hall of Fame wide receiver Marvin Harrison. He also needs only 800 receiving yards to jump to 14th on the all-time receiving yards list, and with 1,000 yards, he would rise to 13th, passing players like James Lofton and others in the process. Additionally, Kelce needs just three touchdown receptions to move into the top 20 all-time in that category.
Kelce’s consistency and dominance over the years have made him one of the most dangerous weapons in the league, and with Mahomes still at the helm, it’s only a matter of time before these milestones are reached.
Chiefs’ Future: Restocking and Reloading
As the Chiefs move forward into 2026, the theme will be one of restocking and reloading. The team has had remarkable success under Mahomes, but the window to build around him is still wide open. The Chiefs will continue to make moves both in the draft and through free agency to ensure they stay competitive in a tough AFC.
Whether it’s through securing young talent in the draft, such as Stevenson or Hood, or making strategic moves like the signing of Cam Jones by the Giants, the Chiefs’ decision-making in the coming months will play a crucial role in determining if they can reclaim their place at the top of the NFL once again. With the right moves, the Chiefs have the potential to remain a Super Bowl favorite for years to come.
