Emmanuel Ogbah expresses desire to return to Chiefs after Super Bowl LIV

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Emmanuel Ogbah expresses desire to return to Chiefs after Super Bowl LIV
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Emmanuel Ogbah discussed his excitement about returning to the Kansas City Chiefs during a press conference on August 18, 2026. Ogbah, who previously played for the Chiefs in 2019, cited his connection with defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo as key to his one-year deal for this season. He expressed his long-standing wish to come back to Kansas City, noting his eagerness to compete with familiar teammates and help the team succeed. Last season, Ogbah played 13 games for the Jacksonville Jaguars, contributing 15 tackles and 0.5 sacks.

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  • •Ogbah played for the Chiefs in 2019, missing Super Bowl LIV due to injury.
  • •He has a career total of 48 sacks over 136 games.
  • •Ogbah spent last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars, starting 3 games.
  • •He developed a relationship with Spagnuolo that facilitated his return.
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  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Emmanuel Ogbah always planned to return to the Chiefs
  • 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Emmanuel Ogbah on desire for return to Chiefs since Super Bowl LIV
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During his press conference, Emmanuel Ogbah revealed his desire for a Kansas City Chiefs return since Super Bowl LIV | @EdEastonJr

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The veteran defensive end returned last week for a second stint in Kansas City.

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