Kevin Knowles

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		13	—	2	15
2025		13	0	2	15

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Chiefs struck gold with Kevin Knowles, landing a rotational cornerback on what amounts to a minimum-wage deal that delivers exceptional CVI value earning an A grade. At just $0.9M per season, Kansas City is paying backup money for a player who provides legitimate depth production in their secondary — the kind of bargain-bin find that championship teams need to sustain success while managing the salary cap. This two-year commitment carries virtually zero risk given the modest financial outlay, while offering meaningful upside if Knowles develops into a more prominent role within their defensive scheme. The contract structure gives the Chiefs maximum flexibility without any guaranteed money concerns, essentially creating a lottery ticket with house money. For a franchise constantly juggling premium contracts for their core stars, identifying rotational contributors at this price point is how Kansas City maintains their competitive window while other teams struggle with cap constraints.

Performance Analysis

Kevin Knowles earns a D grade as a young cornerback learning behind the Chiefs' established secondary. Kansas City has built a championship defense, and breaking into that lineup requires elite play that Knowles hasn't demonstrated yet. His coverage skills in limited action have been adequate, but the margin for error on a contending roster is razor-thin. The Chiefs' coaching staff is developing him for the future, which means patience is part of the plan. His grade reflects a player who is exactly where you'd expect a developmental corner to be at this stage.