Trey Smith’s Franchise Tag Deadline Looms

Trey Smith's situation with the Chiefs is complex. If Smith doesn’t sign a long-term deal by the deadline, he’ll be locked in to play a one-year deal worth $23.402 million. NFL rules prohibit players playing on the franchise tag from negotiating toward a new deal until after the conclusion of the current season, so the Chiefs and Smith’s camp would have to wait to return to the negotiation table.

Smith is probably hoping to reset the guard market and top the four-year, $84 million deal that Landon Dickerson received from the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023. That contract features an average salary of $21 million per season. Smith — if he does indeed play on the tag — would draw more for that single season than Dickerson’s average, and it would benefit the Chiefs to work out a long-term deal rather than have to franchise Smith a second season, which would translate into a $28.082 million salary for 2026.

Garrett Wilson's extension with the Jets underscores the team's faith in his abilities, despite the team’s QB carousel. His $32.5 million annual salary places him among the top-paid receivers, signaling his importance to the Jets' future.

Several teams are making strategic moves to bolster their rosters and celebrate their histories, from the Buccaneers' throwback uniforms to the Commanders' honoring of Art Monk.

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Stay informed about key NFL player contracts and team strategies. The franchise tag deadline impacts player salaries and team cap space. Keep an eye on the Chiefs and Trey Smith's negotiations. Also, note the Jets' investment in Garrett Wilson and the Buccaneers' tribute to their history with throwback uniforms.

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