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Chiefs Face Tough Decision on Star LB Bolton

2/21/2025

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The Kansas City Chiefs are at a crossroads in free agency following Super Bowl LIX. Star linebacker Nick Bolton, just 24 and boasting 458 tackles in four seasons, is drawing attention from the San Francisco 49ers. With a potential four-year, $49 million contract on the table, the Chiefs face a daunting challenge to keep their defensive standout.

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The Kansas City Chiefs are at a crossroads in free agency following Super Bowl LIX. Star linebacker Nick Bolton, just 24 and boasting 458 tackles in four seasons, is drawing attention from the San Francisco 49ers. With a potential four-year, $49 million contract on the table, the Chiefs face a daunting challenge to keep their defensive standout.