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Trey Smith: NFL's 4th Best Lineman, $23.4M Tag

7/14/2025

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Trey Smith, the Kansas City Chiefs' standout interior offensive lineman, has earned recognition as the NFL's fourth-best in an ESPN survey. His impressive $23.4 million franchise tag underscores his significance to the team. Rising from a sixth-round pick in 2021, Smith has triumphed over health challenges to secure two Super Bowl victories, demonstrating exceptional blocking prowess.

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Trey Smith, the Kansas City Chiefs' standout interior offensive lineman, has earned recognition as the NFL's fourth-best in an ESPN survey. His impressive $23.4 million franchise tag underscores his significance to the team. Rising from a sixth-round pick in 2021, Smith has triumphed over health challenges to secure two Super Bowl victories, demonstrating exceptional blocking prowess.