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Chiefs Franchise Tag Pro Bowl Guard Trey Smith

2/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to franchise tag guard Trey Smith for the 2025 season, securing him a hefty $23.4 million. Since being drafted in the sixth round of 2021, Smith has proven his worth, starting 67 games and earning his first Pro Bowl nod in 2024. The team is eager to finalize a long-term deal before the July 15 deadline.

History

Historical Context

The Kansas City Chiefs’ franchise tagging of guard Trey Smith for $23.4 million mirrors past strategic moves, like when they tagged Chris Jones in 2020. Smith, drafted in 2021, has become a key player, echoing the Chiefs' history of developing talent into Super Bowl champions since their 1969 AFL title.

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Story summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to franchise tag guard Trey Smith for the 2025 season, securing him a hefty $23.4 million. Since being drafted in the sixth round of 2021, Smith has proven his worth, starting 67 games and earning his first Pro Bowl nod in 2024. The team is eager to finalize a long-term deal before the July 15 deadline.

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