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Chiefs Use Franchise Tag to Retain Pro Bowl Guard Trey Smith

The Kansas City Chiefs secure Trey Smith with a one-year, $23.4 million deal, making him the highest-paid guard in NFL history.

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Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith (65) in a press conference ahead of Super Bowl LIX at New Orleans Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Chiefs placed the franchise tag on Trey Smith, ensuring the Pro Bowl guard remains with the team for at least the 2025 season.
  • Smith's one-year, $23.4 million deal surpasses the previous record for guard compensation, held by the Eagles' Landon Dickerson at $21 million annually.
  • Kansas City aims to negotiate a long-term extension with Smith before the July 15 deadline, avoiding the need for him to play under the tag.
  • The move impacts teams like the Bears, who were expected to pursue Smith in free agency to address their struggling offensive line.
  • Smith's retention highlights Kansas City's focus on maintaining offensive line strength after struggles in the Super Bowl and protecting quarterback Patrick Mahomes.