George Karlaftis

George Karlaftis, an NFL defensive end, was born on April 3, 2001, in Athens, Greece. He moved to the United States and attended West Lafayette High School in Indiana, where his prowess in football earned him a scholarship to Purdue University. At Purdue, Karlaftis made a significant impact with his defensive skills, leading to his selection in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. Standing 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighing 263 pounds, Karlaftis quickly became known for his defensive capabilities on the field. In his rookie season with the Chiefs, he played in 16 games, starting 15 of them. His stats for the 2025 regular season include 6.0 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, and 23 quarterback hits, demonstrating his effectiveness in pressuring opposing quarterbacks. Karlaftis also contributed with 48 combined tackles, 23 of which were solo, and forced a fumble recovery. Throughout his early NFL career, Karlaftis has shown a knack for getting to the quarterback, highlighted by his 15 knockdowns and 9 hurries in the 2025 season. His defensive prowess is further evidenced by his 3 batted passes and 2 passes defended. As a key player for the Chiefs, Karlaftis continues to develop his skills and contribute to his team's defensive efforts.