Chiefs Lock In Trey Smith With Historic $94M Deal Just Before Deadline
Alright, here’s the big news coming out of Kansas City — and if you're a Chiefs fan or just love tracking game-changing NFL moves, this one's a major headline. The Kansas City Chiefs have just finalized a blockbuster deal with star right guard Trey Smith, making him the highest-paid player at his position in NFL history. We’re talking about a four-year extension worth a whopping $94 million, with a massive $70 million guaranteed. This deal replaces the franchise tag that had been applied to Smith earlier this year and gets done just in time before the July 15 deadline.
To put this in perspective, Smith was initially tagged back in February, which locked him in for a one-year $23.4 million deal while the team and his agents worked out something long term. That tag set a high bar — he was already going to be the highest-paid guard just on that number alone for the 2025 season. But now? He’s officially in a league of his own with a multi-year contract that reflects his impact on the field and solidifies his future in Kansas City.
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Let’s not forget — this is a player who didn’t allow a single sack in the regular season last year, only giving up pressure late in the playoffs. A sixth-round pick back in 2021, Smith has been nothing short of a rock on the offensive line, starting every game he’s been available for — that’s 67 regular-season games and 13 playoff battles. He’s only 26 and has already earned a Pro Bowl nod, so yeah, this deal is as much about rewarding past performance as it is about securing the Chiefs' offensive front for the future.
This move also sends a strong message about Kansas City’s priorities. After letting All-Pro guard Joe Thuney go via trade, the Chiefs made it clear: Trey Smith is their guy. They've already invested heavily in protecting Patrick Mahomes, with big deals going to center Creed Humphrey, tackle Jawaan Taylor, and recent first-round pick Josh Simmons. This is an O-line built to dominate, and Smith is now officially a cornerstone of that group.
So as training camp approaches, the Chiefs have taken care of one of their most important pieces. Smith can now head into the season focused, secure, and ready to help lead the charge as Kansas City looks to reclaim their spot on top of the NFL. It's a big win for the player, a big move for the team, and an even bigger statement heading into 2025.
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