The Kansas City Chiefs will be without a long time member of their defense next season as free agency continues around the league.

According to Sports Trust Advisors , the agency that represents Derrick Nnadi, the former Chiefs defensive lineman is signing with the New York Jets . After seven impactful seasons, the 28-year-old leaves the only franchise he's ever played for in the NFL. The former Florida State Seminoles standout will have an opportunity to compete for a starting role in New York after winning three Super Bowl titles in Kansas City.

Nnadi was a consistent presence and run-stopper on the defensive line alongside All-Pro Chris Jones at defensive tackle. Since the Chiefs drafted him in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft, he has been a vital option in defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's schemes. He finished the 2024 regular season with 11 combined tackles in 17 games, starting one, and notably secured a sack in the postseason.

The Chiefs will likely look to add depth on the defensive line in next month's draft, which is loaded with highly touted prospects.