Chiefs Sign Chargers Safety to $24.75M Contract

Alohi Gilman joins Kansas City's secondary after Bryan Cook's departure.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Kansas City Chiefs have signed former Los Angeles Chargers safety Alohi Gilman to a multi-year contract worth $24.75 million. This move comes shortly after the Chiefs lost starting safety Bryan Cook to the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency, creating a need in their secondary.

Why it matters

The Chiefs have seen significant turnover in their defensive backfield this offseason, losing several key players. Signing Gilman helps address that need and provides depth and experience to their secondary as they look to defend their Super Bowl title.

The details

Gilman, 25, spent the first three seasons of his NFL career with the Chargers after being drafted in the 6th round in 2020. He started 12 games for Los Angeles last season and recorded 62 tackles, 1 interception, and 5 passes defended. The Chiefs are hoping he can step in and contribute immediately to their defense.

  • On March 10, 2026, the Chiefs signed Gilman to a multi-year contract.
  • Earlier on March 10, the Chiefs lost starting safety Bryan Cook to the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.

The players

Alohi Gilman

A 25-year-old safety who spent the first three seasons of his NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Bryan Cook

The Chiefs' former starting safety who left the team to sign with the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.

Kenneth Walker

The Super Bowl MVP who the Chiefs signed as a free agent this offseason.

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What they’re saying

“Alohi Gilman is a young, talented safety who will help bolster our secondary. We're excited to have him join our team as we look to defend our Super Bowl title.”

— Brett Veach, Chiefs General Manager (clutchpoints.com)

What’s next

The Chiefs will look for Gilman to step in and contribute immediately to their defense, as they aim to repeat as Super Bowl champions in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Chiefs have been active in free agency, both adding key pieces like Kenneth Walker while also addressing needs in their secondary by signing Alohi Gilman after losing Bryan Cook. These moves demonstrate the team's commitment to maintaining a championship-caliber roster.