It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2020 NFL season.

Down the stretch of a season that would culminate in the Chiefs' first Super Bowl title in 50 years, Kansas City led the NFL in scoring defense from Weeks 11-17, according to NFL Research. Will the Chris Jones and Tyrann Mathieu-led band be able to carry over its late-season surge into 2020?

On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs locked up Pro Bowl DT Chris Jones on a four-year, $85 million contract with $60 million in total guarantees. And today, Adam Schein's locking up a guarantee of his own: The Chiefs are repeating as Super Bowl champions.

NFL Network's James Palmer reported Friday that there hasn't been much traction toward a long-term contract between franchise-tagged DT Chris Jones and the Kansas City Chiefs.

With the 2020 NFL schedule released, which games are truly must-see TV for football fans across the country? Adam Schein ranks the top nine prime-time showdowns. Which marquee matchup comes in at No. 1?

Two days after being released by the Dolphins, Taco Charlton is signing with the Chiefs, Tom Pelissero reports. The fourth-year defensive end was a first-round pick for the Cowboys in 2017.

Which 2020 NFL Draft picks did draft analyst Lance Zierlein like most? Start with Jeff Okudah going to the Lions at No. 3, but who else caught his eye? Check out Zierlein's three favorite picks from each round.

With Round 1 of the 2020 NFL Draft in the books, Lance Zierlein projects how Rounds 2 and 3 will play out on Friday night. Are we about to see a major run on running backs? Which quarterback could the Patriots target?

K.C. GM Brett Veach reaffirmed on Thursday that the franchise-tagged Chris Jones is somebody the Chiefs want around for the long term.

Smack dab in the middle of offseason roster reconstruction, the spotlight's on NFL decision makers. Perfect time for Gregg Rosenthal to provide his annual GM Power Rankings! And at the moment, no general manager's flying higher than Kansas City's Brett Veach.

With roster reconstruction in full swing and the 2020 NFL Draft right around the corner, which NFL decision-makers are under the most pressure to get it right? Jim Trotter spotlights three general managers who should be on the hot seat in 2020.

With the 2020 NFL Draft three weeks away, Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, who is seeking to move on from the franchise, is drawing trade interest from teams, per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

Is Chris Jones about to get paid? What will Shaq Barrett earn? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects long-term extensions for franchise-tagged players.

As expected, the Kansas City Chiefs have placed the non-exclusive tag on defensive tackle Chris Jones.

Gil Brandt highlights three free agents who should stick with their current teams -- and three who should leave. Will any organization suit Tom Brady better than the Patriots? Is there any way Teddy Bridgewater returns to the Saints?

Can you imagine the Panthers without Christian McCaffrey? Or the Saints without Michael Thomas? Neither can Adam Rank. Check out who makes his list of untradeable players for the 2020 season.

Yannick Ngakoue said he no longer wants to play for the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the team plans to use the franchise tag on the edge rusher, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports.

Jadeveon Clowney says he wants to return to the Seattle Seahawks, but will the team give the free-agent pass rusher the contract he wants?

Chiefs GM Brett Veach said Tuesday that re-signing DL Chris Jones is a priority and added working something out to keep WR Sammy Watkins is also on the agenda.

In Bucky Brooks' latest mock draft, the Dallas Cowboys find Amari Cooper's replacement among the deep wide receiver class. Which wideout will be the Cowboys' newest star? See every Round 1 pick.

Willie McGinest, the NFL's postseason sack leader, knows what it takes to be a great pass rusher. He spotlights 10 pass rushers worth pursuing this offseason via free agency or the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Broncos landed a promising QB (Drew Lock) and the Chiefs snagged a speedy WR (Mecole Hardman) -- but did any AFC West team outpace a Raiders class led by Josh Jacobs? Nick Shook grades the rookies in the AFC West.

Kyle Shanahan has always used pre-snap motion in his offense, but the 49ers now utilize shifts or motion on 79 percent of their offensive plays. Nick Shook explores the effectiveness.

Since Andy Reid took over as head coach in Kansas City, the team has undergone an identity change. Jeffri Chadiha explores the Chiefs' contagious swagger and how it fueled their run to Super Bowl LIV.

NFL Network's James Palmer reports that Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark and defensive tackle Chris Jones are aiming to cement a legacy as one of the best pass-rush duos in NFL history.

Watch the best plays from the top 100 players ranked 100 to 91.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark has been ranked the No. 95 player on "The Top 100 Players of 2020."

Watch the highlights from Super Bowl LIV between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark corrals Jimmy G for CLUTCH fourth-down sack.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark highlights of the 2019 season.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill.

Watch the Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs highlights during the Divisional Round of the 2019 season.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark sacks Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson on fourth down.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark sacks Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson on third down.

Watch the highlights from the Week 17 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers.

Watch the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Chicago Bears highlights from Week 16 of the 2019 season.

Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker Terrell Suggs assists Frank Clark for sack of Trubisky.

Watch the highlights from the Week 14 game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New England Patriots.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark makes the sack on New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark makes the tackle on Oakland Raiders for seven-yard loss.

Defensive end Frank Clark was a difference maker for the Kansas City Chiefs in the team's Week 11 win against the Los Angeles Chargers on "Monday Night Football."

Watch the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers highlights from Week 11 of the 2019 season.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark continues disruptive night with strip-sack on third down.

Watch the highlights from the Week 10 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tennessee Titans.

Watch the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos highlights from Week 7 of the 2019 season.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark beats holding penalty to sack Joe Flacco for MAJOR loss.

Watch the highlights from the Week 6 game between the Houston Texans and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark sacks Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Watch highlights from San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs in Week 3 of the preseason.