Frankly, it has worked before. Last March, Mahomes’ restructure, paired with that of defensive tackle Chris Jones, freed up $49.4 million in cap space. The Chiefs got a breather and locked down free agents like O-lineman Jaylon Moore and cornerback Kristian Fulton.

The Kansas City Chiefs have built their modern dynasty around Patrick Mahomes' brilliance, but this offseason may test that foundation as uncertainty surrounds whether defensive co

The veteran defensive lineman took a major step back this past season.