Charles Omenihu re-signs with Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed defensive end Charles Omenihu to a new one-year contract worth up to $7 million. This move follows a challenging period for Omenihu, who has dealt with injuries and disciplinary issues. Omenihu spent the last two seasons with the Chiefs after joining them on a two-year contract worth $20 million. He has shown promise but has faced setbacks, including a six-game suspension in 2023 and injuries that kept him off the field for 17 games. There were rumors that the Detroit Lions might sign Omenihu to replace Za'Darius Smith. However, concerns about his health led the Lions to back off from making a deal. Omenihu was also arrested for domestic violence during his time with the San Francisco 49ers, further complicating his career. At 27 years old, Omenihu started his career as a fifth-round pick by the Houston Texans in 2019. His best performances came after he was traded to the 49ers, where he had significant success. Despite his challenges, Omenihu hopes to bounce back and make a positive impact with the Chiefs in the upcoming season.