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Chris Jones drops to fourth among defensive tackles in ESPN’s latest NFL power rankings, trailing Leonard Williams, Jeffery Simmons, and Jalen Carter — a slight dip from last year’s second-place finish. Despite leading the league in pass rush win rate and generating top-tier pressures, some evaluators feel his presence isn’t as commanding as before, even as he logged over 700 snaps. Scouts remain split — one names him No. 1, another No. 10 — fueling his fire. Though he hasn’t reached double-digit sacks since 2023, his impact remains undeniable, especially when the Chiefs’ defense is clicking. With motivation high and expectations still sky-high, Jones is poised to prove he’s still the guy to beat — and maybe even reclaim his top-three status.

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