The trenches could be getting a major facelift in Kansas City.
In the latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft, the Chiefs are projected to take Tyler Booker, the bulldozing offensive lineman out of Alabama — a move that would signal the beginning of the end for Trey Smith in the Kingdom.
👀 That’s right — a fan-favorite, sixth-round steal, and Super Bowl starter could be on the way out.
🧨 Why Booker?
Tyler Booker isn’t just another Bama boy. He’s a 6’5″, 335-pound machine with elite footwork, a nasty streak in run blocking, and the pedigree to step into an NFL starting lineup Day One.
Scouts love his:
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Explosiveness off the snap
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Anchor against bull rushers
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Flexibility to play both guard spots
If you’re going to replace a proven warrior like Trey Smith — this is the guy to do it.
💰 Cap Casualty Loading?
Let’s not sugarcoat it: the Chiefs are juggling a lot of contracts. Trey Smith is heading into the final year of his rookie deal, and Kansas City has:
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Chris Jones’ megadeal
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Creed Humphrey extension looming
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Mahomes always needing support
A rookie deal for Booker could save KC millions and keep the O-line young, deep, and dominant.
🧠 FanHub Take:
Trey Smith has been everything you could want in a late-round gem. But football’s a business. And if the Chiefs want to stay ahead of the cap — and ahead of the AFC — they might need to make some cold decisions.
🔥 Sound Off, Kingdom:
Would YOU trade or let go of Trey Smith to bring in a monster like Tyler Booker?
Is this just mock draft noise or a real preview of KC’s next big move?
Drop your take in the comments 👇 and let the debate begin! 🗣️🏈
