Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 17, QB Gardner Minshew
The Kansas City Chiefs signed veteran quarterback Gardner Minshew on March 13, 2025.
Most recently, Minshew has played in stints for the Las Vegas Raiders, Indianapolis Colts, and Philadelphia Eagles, but he originally began his career in professional football with the Jacksonville Jaguars, who selected him with the No. 178 pick in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL draft.
As a collegian, Minshew won the 2018 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award and was named Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year after an exceptional campaign with the Washington State Cougars under legendary head coach Mike Leach.
What jersey number does Gardner Minshew wear?
Gardner Minshew currently wears the No. 17 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs.
How much money will Gardner Minshew make in 2025?
According to OverTheCap.com, Minshew will receive a base salary of $1,170,000. His contract will amount to 0.4% of the Chiefs' total cap space.
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