Chiefs to use franchise tag on guard Trey Smith, taking potential Bears target off free-agent market
The Bears were among the teams intrigued by the 25-year-old Smith, who earned his first Pro Bowl berth in 2024 and didn't allow a sack. The Bears are likely to replace their center and both starting guards this offseason.
5 OL the Bears could sign in free agency (with Trey Smith off the table)
The Chicago Bears ' plans to upgrade their offensive line in free agency has taken a turn with news that the Kansas City Chiefs will use their franchise tag on pending free agent offensive lineman Trey Smith, who was expected to be heavily pursed by Chicago.
Thursday brought word that the Chiefs were going to use a franchise tag to keep right guard Trey Smith from hitting the open market and Friday brought confirmation.
Similar to last year with pass rusher Chris Jones, GM Brett Veach acknowledged that re-signing Smith, 25, is the team’s top ...
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