The Kansas City Chiefs plan to franchise-tag right guard Trey Smith this offseason, but doing so could prevent the franchise from solving a significant need.

The Chiefs made a surprising move with the franchise tag. Here’s their explanation for it — and the reverberation from the decision.

It was reported that Travis Kelce will return in 2025 and that the Chiefs will place the franchise tag on Trey Smith. Here are the financial implications.

The Kansas City Chiefs need to improve their offensive line this offseason. They also have to resign their top lineman to a new deal. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes needs to be protected.