💰 “He’s Worth Every Penny?” — Former NFL Agent Drops Stunning Take on Trey Smith’s Next Contract with Chiefs
As the Kansas City Chiefs look to maintain their championship-caliber offensive line, all eyes are now on guard Trey Smith — a powerhouse in the trenches and a critical piece of Patrick Mahomes’ protection. But with his rookie contract nearing its end, the biggest question now looms: What will it cost to keep him?
This week, a former NFL agent, now a respected analyst, gave a jaw-dropping estimate on what Trey Smith could command in his next deal… and it may surprise even the most loyal Chiefs fans.
“He’s one of the most undervalued interior linemen in the league,” the former agent said. “Given market trends, durability, and postseason performance, Trey Smith could land a deal worth $60–65 million over four years — and he’d still be underpaid.”
That projection would put Smith among the top 5 highest-paid guards in the NFL, a remarkable rise for a sixth-round pick who entered the league with medical red flags but quickly silenced all doubters with elite-level play.
🧱 Why the Chiefs Might Pay Up
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Durability: Smith has started nearly every game since his debut.
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Postseason Impact: Graded among the top interior linemen during recent playoff runs.
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Continuity for Mahomes: The Chiefs’ front office values chemistry and consistency — losing Smith could create a major ripple.
💸 The Cap Crunch Ahead
While the Chiefs have already invested heavily in stars like Mahomes and Chris Jones, keeping their offensive line intact is critical. But with Creed Humphrey and Joe Thuney also due for attention, can Kansas City afford to pay all three?
The former agent thinks they’ll prioritize Smith:
“He brings physicality and leadership you can’t replace. If they let him walk, teams will line up with blank checks.”
🧠 Chiefs Kingdom Reacts
Fans online are already buzzing:
“Pay the man now. Don’t let this turn into another Orlando Brown situation.”
“He’s the glue of the run game. Give him what he’s earned.”
👀 Final Word
Whether it happens this summer or next, one thing is clear: Trey Smith is about to get PAID. And if the Chiefs want to keep their dynasty window wide open, locking him down might be the smartest investment yet.
