Trey Smith Signs Record-Breaking Contract Extension with Kansas City Chiefs

Trey Smith, welcome to the NFL history books! His recent four-year, $94 million contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs made him the highest-paid quarterback in the National Football League. The magnitude of this monumental deal, nearly $13 million in guaranteed money, makes Smith the highest-paid interior lineman in the league, an impressive feat for the young player. At just 26 years old, Smith’s ascent to the top of the pay scale underscores his significant contributions to the Chiefs’ offensive line.

The Chiefs placed the franchise tag on Smith on February 28. This was a smart move to not only retain him for this past season, but prevent him from reaching free agency. This strategic move reflects the organization’s commitment to retaining key players, especially after Smith’s impressive performance since entering the league in 2021. During his career, he’s opened 80 of 81 contests. He’s been instrumental in leading the Chiefs’ offensive attacks over their past four playoff appearances.

Smith’s road to this moment hasn’t come without complications. As a result, he was drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft with the 226th overall pick. Worries over his complicated medical history were a huge factor in this decision. In February 2018, Smith faced a critical moment as doctors told him that he had blood clots in his lungs. Sadly, those problems resurfaced by the end of that same year. Despite these obstacles, he has burst onto the scene as a first-time Pro-Bowler and a key player for the Chiefs.

Smith recently signed the largest performing arts contract in history! His new contract came with a record $70 million in guaranteed dollars—the most ever for an NFL guard. This financial investment by the Chiefs signals their confidence in Smith’s abilities and his importance to the team’s future success. He will continue to play with an entirely new group. The renovated five-man O-line includes new left tackle Jaylon Moore, new left guard Kingsley Suamataia, All-Pro center Creed Humphrey and right tackle Jawaan Taylor.