Khyiris Tonga

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		67	0.5	113	15.5
2025		14	0.0	24	3
2024		13	0.0	22	3
2023		14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a reasonable signing for the Kansas City Chiefs — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Khyiris's on-field performance ranks in the upper half among NFL DTs, grading him as a solid starter at the position. His $7.0M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the DT market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid starter output at a below-market price point represents solid asset management. Khyiris is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 3-year, $21.0M contract with $14.0M guaranteed (67%) represents a significant commitment with heavy guarantees.

Performance Analysis

Khyiris Tonga earns an F grade as a nose tackle type who has bounced around the league without finding a permanent home. The Chiefs keep him as a massive run-stuffing option for specific packages, but his limited snaps reflect the niche nature of his role. Tonga's size allows him to occupy blocks and clog running lanes, but the pass-rush limitations keep him off the field in obvious passing situations. Kansas City's championship-caliber defense has better options available, which confines Tonga to an extremely specific usage role. He does one thing — eat space — and does it adequately.

Fan Sentiment

A solid, under-the-radar depth move that quietly strengthens Kansas City's defensive interior rotation. Five headlines covered the signing, with one outlet calling it the most underrated AFC free agent acquisition. The three-year, $21M deal signals real investment in Tonga as a legitimate starter, not just depth filler. Fans are buzzing about stealing a Patriots nose tackle who fits Kansas City's scheme perfectly. If Tonga stays healthy, this looks like a smart mid-tier value signing that pays dividends in 2025.