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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce Turn Heads With Announcement on Wednesday
Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce Turn Heads With Announcement on Wednesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Travis Kelce is heading into his 13th season with the Kansas City Chiefs while his brother, Jason Kelce, continues to work through retirement. Advertisement The Chiefs tight end joined the team for mandatory minicamp in the offseason, looking to lead Kansas City to its fourth straight Super Bowl appearance. Jason Kelce, on the other hand, is preparing for his second season of "Monday Night Countdown," having signed with ESPN after a 13-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles. As both prepare for the NFL season, they have released various episodes of the "New Heights" podcast, with several fan-favorite guests. On Wednesday, Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce announced that they will be welcoming Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Trey Smith for their next show. Advertisement "Next week's guest on New Heights is none other than The Enforcer," posted Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce said. "TREY SMITH!!!Catch a sneak peek of our interview with Trey on tonight's bonus episode 👀Out tonight at midnight ET only on Wondery+." View the original article to see embedded media. Some fans took to social media to share their thoughts on the latest news from Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce. "We NEED Pacheco on here next 🙌🙌" said one fan. "Plz get Steph curry next time," said another fan. "This will be good," mentioned one fan. "Besties, are we having him announce his new contract? Also, I really hope he talks some about his time with UT! GB," commented one fan. Advertisement "Let's go!!!" said one fan. "Love Trey he has a smile that could light up this whole town," said another fan. Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Blaze-Imagn Images Trey Smith has been playing alongside Travis Kelce on the Kansas City Chiefs since 2021. He was drafted out of Tennessee in the sixth round and has since been named a Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion. Related: Patrick Mahomes Turns Heads with Personal Announcement on Sunday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Trey Smith Attends Chiefs Mandatory Minicamp
Trey Smith Attends Chiefs Mandatory Minicamp originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kansas City Chiefs fans had not heard much news about their offensive lineman, Trey Smith, and his contract negotiations, but some of that changed this week - in a good way. Advertisement Smith, who was signed to the franchise tag earlier this offseason, was present at the start of the Chiefs' mandatory minicamp. Smith is seeking a long-term extension with the team, but general manager Brett Veach has not made any progress on a deal. According to Pro Football Focus, he was "expected to turn his attention toward negotiations after the draft," but at the moment, Smith remains on the one-year tag that would pay him $23.4 million in 2024. The Pro Bowl left guard was not present at Kansas City's voluntary activities after signing the tag. Many hope that his attendance this week can now kickstart some momentum in his long-term extension. The franchise tag allows the organization until mid-July to sign Smith, or else he'll play on the tag this season and become an unrestricted free agent next offseason. Advertisement Entering his fifth year in KC, Smith has been an instrumental part of the protection for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Smith, a sixth-round pick in 2021, has blossomed into a reliable figure, starting in 67 of the 68 Chiefs regular season games since being drafted. Last year, he was as steady as you could be, finishing the season with only two penalties (both holding) in his 1,117 snaps - 97% of the offensive plays. He will be an important piece of the Chiefs' offense, as Kansas City looks to remain atop the AFC and make their fourth straight trip to the Super Bowl this season. Related: Two Key Positions To Determine Chiefs' Success In 2025 Related: Chiefs Graded For 'Smart' Offensive Moves This Offseason This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Al Arabiya
3 days ago
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Tight End Travis Kelce, Franchised Guard Trey Smith Attend Chiefs Minicamp
Four-time All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce and Pro Bowl right guard Trey Smith, who skipped voluntary workouts after receiving the franchise tag, were present for the start of the Kansas City Chiefs' mandatory three-day minicamp Tuesday. Kelce also was absent for the voluntary workouts that had been open to reporters in recent weeks. Smith is hoping to land a long-term contract with the Chiefs, who chose him in the sixth round of the 2021 draft when his stock had plummeted amid health concerns. He has far outplayed that draft positioning, though, and that is why the Chiefs gave him the franchise tag – essentially a $23.4 million guaranteed salary for the upcoming season. Smith and the Chiefs have until mid-July to work out a new contract; otherwise, he will play the season on the one-year deal. Smith was not made available to reporters Tuesday, but the fact that he reported to the mandatory minicamp – rather than risk a potential fine – was noteworthy. Two years ago, defensive tackle Chris Jones held out all summer and into the start of the regular season before eventually agreeing to a contract with Kansas City. 'It's good (Smith) didn't take my approach,' Jones quipped. 'He shouldn't take advice from me.' While the Chiefs worked through several lineups during the roughly 90-minute session, Smith's decision to report did give them an opportunity to see what their revamped offensive line could look like this upcoming season. After they struggled to protect Patrick Mahomes for most of last season, and especially during a lopsided Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, the Chiefs began the makeover by trading two-time All-Pro left guard Joe Thuney to the Bears for a draft pick in March. The Chiefs proceeded to draft Josh Simmons, an offensive tackle from Ohio State, with the final pick in the first round. Simmons was widely considered the top tackle available, but he was coming off a knee injury that caused him to slip to the 32nd overall pick. The Chiefs were confident in their medical workup on him, though, and that gamble appears to be paying off: He was on the field and moving around well during the start of the minicamp. 'Just trying to be available as I can right now,' he said. It's unclear whether Simmons will be a full participant when training camp begins in late July, but things appear to be trending in that direction. And that raises hopes around Kansas City that Mahomes will finally have a capable blind-side protector. 'I wanted to be able to throw the pads on ASAP,' Simmons said. 'Whatever the staff allows me to do, I'm definitely going to do.' Meanwhile, the Chiefs are hopeful that second-year pro Kingsley Suamataia can continue his transition from tackle to guard and take Thuney's place alongside Simmons on the left side of the line. And when they are joined by All-Pro center Creed Humphrey, Smith at right guard, and veteran Jawaan Taylor at right tackle, the Chiefs could have their best offensive line in years.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Kansas City Chiefs risk sabotaging Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl hopes by delaying $23 million Trey Smith deal
Chiefs face a July 15 deadline to secure a long-term deal with offensive guard Trey Smith (Getty Images) As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for another high-stakes NFL season, one name looms large in the team's offseason strategy: Trey Smith . The 25-year-old offensive guard is currently playing under a non-exclusive franchise tag worth $23.4 million. While that figure ensures Smith's short-term presence, it leaves significant uncertainty for the long-term future of both the player and the franchise. The franchise tag may not be enough to keep Patrick Mahomes protected for long The Chiefs now face a crucial July 15 deadline to negotiate a long-term deal with Smith. If they fail, he'll play the upcoming season under the hefty one-year tag—without any guarantee of staying beyond it. Last season's crushing 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX exposed serious flaws in the Chiefs' offensive line. Despite Patrick Mahomes' brilliance, he was constantly under siege, struggling to make plays as the Eagles' defense dismantled the protection unit. NFL analyst Kristopher Knox from Bleacher Report didn't mince words when he called attention to the issue. 'The Kansas City Chiefs have remained in the Super Bowl picture ever since Patrick Mahomes took over as their starting quarterback. However, offensive deficiencies loomed large during Kansas City's 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX," Knox wrote. "The Chiefs' offensive line was particularly problematic, as the Eagles defense consistently harassed Mahomes and shut down almost everything Kansas City did offensively. ' That performance served as a wake-up call. For the Chiefs, the message is clear: Mahomes may be the engine, but without solid protection, even the most elite quarterbacks can be neutralized. A long-term deal for Trey Smith could define the Chiefs' next chapter Trey Smith is not just any guard. Since entering the NFL, he's proven to be a foundational piece of Kansas City's offensive front. Locking him into a multi-year deal would not only provide Mahomes with a trusted protector but also reinforce the team's commitment to offensive excellence. Knox added, 'Reloading the line is this year's top offseason priority. The remaining work must start with an extension for guard Trey Smith, who is currently set to play on the franchise tag. The Chiefs have until July 15 to negotiate a long-term deal with the 25-year-old, which they have planned to do since giving him the tag.' Also Read: 'Still going to fear him': Despite lowest stats of career, Travis Kelce gets fierce support from Emmanuel Acho Fans and analysts agree—relying solely on the franchise tag could backfire. Losing Smith after the 2025 season would be a step backward for a team still chasing greatness. The Chiefs have just weeks to act. The clock is ticking, and so is Mahomes' trust in the line meant to protect him.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chiefs star Chris Jones on Trey Smith signing franchise tag: 'It's good Trey didn't take my approach'
It sounds like Chris Jones has some regrets about the way his messy contract standoff in 2023 shook out. The Kansas City Chiefs star defensive tackle hinted at that remorse when discussing right guard Trey Smith signing the Chiefs' franchise tag this year. Smith, who Kansas City still hopes to ink to a long-term deal, showed up to the first day of mandatory minicamp Tuesday. Advertisement "Well, it's good Trey didn't take my approach," Jones joked after practice before drawing laughter from reporters and then cracking a smile. Jones continued, via KCTV5: "Trey's doing the right thing, man. Don't take no advice from me. I did things a little different. Don't take no advice from me. "Trey, you in a good place." Looking for a new contract while entering the final season of a four-year, $80 million deal, Jones held out throughout the 2023 preseason. At the time, San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa had recently signed a five-year, $170 million deal. Advertisement Jones was looking for a raise, and the first-team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion hinted he was willing to sit out until at least Week 8 for added leverage. He started to follow through on those stakes, watching a Week 1 loss to a soon-to-be breakout Lions team from a suite at Arrowhead Stadium. The Mississippi State product finally put an end to the drama, which included millions of dollars of fines, when he agreed to a lucrative, one-year contract on Sept. 11 of that year. That short-term solution set the stage for the five-year, $95 million guaranteed deal he signed the following offseason. Even though Jones didn't waver in his loyalty to the Chiefs during that saga, he did hold out and create a loud, drawn-out distraction that could have been avoided. Smith has been steering clear of that circus by signing the non-exclusive franchise tag, which will earn the 26-year-old guard $23.4 million unless he agrees to a new deal before the July 15 deadline. Advertisement "Franchise tag is like $25 million, right?" Jones said Tuesday, via KCTV5. "That's the big bucks. Yeah, he's in a good place. Stay healthy, be ready to compete in training camp, which I know Trey will be, and we're excited to have him around." Protecting quarterback Patrick Mahomes is priority No. 1 in Kansas City, especially after last season's Super Bowl defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Chiefs see Smith as a key ingredient to that recipe. Smith, a sixth-round pick out of Tennessee in 2021, made his first Pro Bowl last season after allowing only one sack and 34 pressures, both single-season career lows according to Pro Football Focus. Advertisement "I think the future plans for the Chiefs is to have Trey around," Jones said, via KCTV5. "He's a pivotal part of our offensive line. To have him back out here — he's superior guard in this league. Could be an All-Pro this year. "His body of work speaks for itself, so we're glad to have him back out. He brings a lot of energy to the offensive line, and it's a good way for us to compete on the defensive line."
