Carlos Dunlap Addresses Potentially Returning to Chiefs

Former Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Carlos Dunlap does not look to be ready to call it quits. Only a season ago, Dunlap completed his three goals of earning 100 career sacks, winning a playoff game, and winning a Super Bowl. Nonetheless, the 34-year-old feels he has more to do in the NFL.

Dunlap recently spoke with Forbes about his football future and whether a return to the Chiefs was still a possibility. Dunlap is certain that he can still aid an NFL club chasing a Super Bowl victory after seeing postseason success in Kansas City during the 2022 NFL season.

“I can help another team get one of their own or help the Chiefs again,” Dunlap told Forbes’ Jeff Fedotin. “The Chiefs haven’t ruled that out, but currently it’s a waiting game.”

Dunlap is still a free agent after signing a one-year deal with Kansas City in July — and he’s not looking for a new deal. He is certain that the proper chance will present itself, whether it is with the Chiefs or elsewhere.

“I’m a free agent and I feel great and I still love the game,” Dunlap told Fedotin. “I’m a realist.” If he plans to return to Kansas City for a second season, the waiting game will be intense.

The Chiefs now have the least amount of salary cap room in the NFL, making a deal for Dunlap tough in the short term. However, things might change later in the offseason for both Dunlap and Kansas City.

“The Chiefs obviously have a special spot for me because they were the first team to help me win a playoff game and to win a Super Bowl,” Dunlap explained. “So that would be a great opportunity.”