{"id":730490,"date":"2026-02-05T05:04:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T05:04:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/730490\/"},"modified":"2026-02-05T05:04:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T05:04:26","slug":"chiefs-cap-space-can-kc-afford-to-re-sign-veteran-dl-charles-omenihu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/730490\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiefs cap space: Can KC afford to re-sign veteran DL Charles Omenihu?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Kansas City Chiefs<\/a> saw their defensive line underperform in 2025 and may look to move on from a few of their pass-rushers if general manager Brett Veach decides that he wants to rejuvenate the unit during the coming offseason.<\/p>\n

One of Kansas City’s veterans who is set to hit the market in free agency is Charles Omenihu, who has played an important role on the Chiefs<\/a>‘ front-four since signing with the team in 2023.<\/p>\n

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Here’s a look at what it might take for Kansas City to retain Omenihu in 2026:<\/p>\n

What was Charles Omenihu’s salary in 2025?\"Sep<\/p>\n

Sep 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (90) looks on prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

According to\u00a0Spotrac.com<\/a>, Omenihu’s base salary in 2025 was $2,800,000. The veteran edge rusher received $650,000 in signing proration, a $180,000 roster bonus, and a $40,000 workout bonus.<\/p>\n

What is Charles Omenihu’s market value in 2026?\"Jan<\/p>\n

Jan 21, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (90) against the Buffalo Bills in the 2024 AFC divisional round game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n

Spotrac.com<\/a> reports that the calculated market value of Omenihu’s next contract will be a deal that pays the veteran pass-rusher a $3,512,165 per season.<\/p>\n

Can the Chiefs afford to re-sign Charles Omenihu?\"Oct<\/p>\n

Oct 19, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (90) reacts during the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Given that Omenihu isn’t expected to command a massive salary on his next contract, it seems likely that Kansas City will be able to re-sign him at some point during the offseason. However, the Chiefs will need to clear some cap space before they can consider extending Omenihu an offer.<\/p>\n

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