Chiefs Check-in: Chris Jones’ holdout is over

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Star defensive tackle Chris Jones will end his holdout after signing a new one-year deal with Kansas City. It is a new contract for the 2023 season and Jones is still slated to hit free agency this spring. Jones will likely play in the Chiefs Week 2 matchup against the Jaguars, although his snap count may be limited.

Here are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Tuesday, September 12:

Chris Jones reaches a new agreement with the Chiefs

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It’s not the long-term contract Jones wanted, but he gets a new deal for this season that features multiple incentives to earn considerably more money.

Patrick Mahomes has Kadarius Toney's back

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Mahomes said he will continue to fire the ball Toney’s way and that he is confident Toney will get back on track.

Around the AFC West

• The Broncos have opened up as 3.5-point home favorites over the Washington Commanders for Week 2.
• Broncos’ safety Caden Sterns is out for the season with a torn patellar tendon.
• The Raiders have re-signed veteran defensive end Jordan Willis to their practice squad.
• Coach Brandon Staley took the blame for the Chargers Week 1 loss to the Raiders.

Around the NFL

• Steelers’ Pro Bowl defensive tackle Cam Heyward is expected to head to injured reserve with a groin injury.
• Browns’ right tackle Jack Conklin is out for the season after tearing his ACL and MCL.
• Eagles’ cornerback James Bradberry will begin Week 2 in concussion protocol.
• Texans’ safety Jalen Pitre was released from the hospital on Monday after suffering a bruised lung.
• The Commanders have signed wide receiver Jamison Crowder to the active roster.
• The Jets beat the Bills in a thrilling Monday Night Football matchup, but it came with a hefty price as the Jets fear that star quarterback Aaron Rodgers tore his Achillies.