Chiefs Players Cash In Big Through NFL's Performance-Based Pay

0:00This is Corey with the story with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. Two Kansas City Chiefs players cast in Big Time this week through the NFL's performance base pay program. Offensive lineman Kingsley Suwamitaya received $1,067,367 while safety Chamari Conner got one. $1,150,312. Both ranked in the top 19 earners league-wide for the 2025 season. Suwamitaya, a 23-year-old former second-round pick, started all 17 games at left guard after a rough rookie year tackle. He bounced back strong, logging nearly as many snaps as the team's top center. Meanwhile, the Chiefs finished 6-11, their worst record in 13 years. Conner also started every game, leading the secondary with a career high 117 tackles, two forced fumbles, an interception, and two, sacks.

1:00His play helped the defense ranked 6th in points allowed in 10th in yards. Teammates and coaches deserve credit for both guys turn around. The program rewards young players on rickety deals who log heavy snaps without big salaries. It's been a hit since the latest collective bargaining agreement and keeps paying out. Suwamitaya could hit free agency or extend after 2026, giving the Chiefs plenty to build on despite the tough year. This DNA story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.com