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Emmanuel Ogbah signs one-year deal with the Chiefs

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Emmanuel Ogbah signs one-year deal with the Chiefs

Summary

Emmanuel Ogbah is set to reunite with the Kansas City Chiefs on a one-year contract. The veteran defensive lineman, previously a key player in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory in 2020, will bring his experience back to the team after spending the last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ogbah’s familiarity with defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s system is expected to contribute positively to the Chiefs’ defensive line. In the 2025 season, he recorded 15 tackles and.5 sacks over 13 games. The Chiefs aim to maximize Ogbah’s versatility both inside and on the edge of the defensive front, enhancing competition during training camp and the preseason.

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•Ogbah signs a one-year deal with the Chiefs.
•Previously played an important role in 2020 Super Bowl win.
•Spent last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
•Recorded 15 tackles and half a sack in 2025 season.
•Brings versatility to the defensive line scheme.

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5:22 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Chiefs to sign defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah
3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Emmanuel Ogbah will reportedly sign a one-year deal with the Chiefs

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The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a one-year contract with defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah, a source familiar with the agreement told UPI on Tuesday.
— Yahoo Sports