Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs are already planning how to tackle the salary cap as they head into a free agency period that will be crucial for the teamās future. After losing the Super Bowl to the Eagles, many key players may not return.
The first step has already been taken by placing a non-exclusive franchise tender on Trey Smith. This means the guard can listen to offers, but the Chiefs have the right to match them or, if they are unable to do so, receive two first-round picks as compensation.
Additionally, Travis Kelce has confirmed that he will return for one final season trying to chase another championship with Patrick Mahomes, which removes one concern for Reidās offense. However, an important piece of the offense could leave in the coming weeks.
Who did the Chiefs lose in free agency?
The Chiefs could lose Justin Watson in free agency, according to a report by Tony Pauline. Although the teamās intention is to retain the wide receiver, the salary cap situation makes it very difficult to do so.
āThe Kansas City Chiefs are moving towards salary cap hell and have some hard choices to make. Iām told theyād like to bring receiver Justin Watson back, but they informed his agent that they do not have the money to do so.ā
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