BREAKING: Chiefs’ Trey Smith Provides Crucial Update on Contract Extension Talks
KANSAS CITY, MO — Kansas City Chiefs fans received promising news Wednesday as rising offensive line star Trey Smith broke his silence on ongoing contract negotiations that could keep the mauling guard in red and gold for years to come.
The Latest From Smith Himself
The 24-year-old lineman spoke exclusively with Arrowhead Report after OTAs:
“Conversations are happening. Both sides want to get something done—we’re making progress. I love Kansas City, and winning championships here is all I care about.”
Key details emerging:
✅ No hard deadline set for negotiations
✅ No animosity between parties
✅ Mutual interest in multi-year deal
Why Smith is Priority #1A
The 2021 6th-round steal has become indispensable:
🔹 2x Super Bowl champion (LVII, LVIII)
🔹 87.3% pass block win rate (2nd among NFL guards)
🔹 Cleared 1,000+ snaps in all 3 seasons
🔹 Fan favorite for pancake blocks and fiery demeanor
“He’s the identity of our line,” Patrick Mahomes told reporters last week. “When we need tough yards, 65 is who we run behind.”
Projecting the Numbers
NFL agents predict a potential **4-year, 68Mdeal∗∗(17M AAV) that would:
💰 Make him top-5 paid guard
💰 Include $42M guaranteed
💰 Keep Chiefs’ core intact through 2027
Salary cap expert’s take: “Kansas City can afford this by restructuring Chris Jones’ deal. They won’t let another homegrown star walk.”
The Brett Veach Factor
GM Brett Veach’s track record suggests urgency:
• Extended Creed Humphrey early (2023)
• Locked up Nick Bolton pre-market spike (2022)
• Learned from Orlando Brown Jr. departure
“Trey checks every box—talent, culture fit, durability,” a team source revealed. “This is the easiest negotiation we’ve had.”
What’s Next?
📅 July 15: Potential soft deadline before camp
📅 August 10: Chiefs’ first preseason game
📅 September 5: Regular season opener vs. Ravens
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[Sidebar: Smith’s 2023 Dominance – 0 Sacks Allowed in Playoffs]
[Graphic: Projected Chiefs O-Line Salaries Through 2026]
