Chiefs Latest: Trey Smith’s Historic Extension, O-Line Future, and Salary Cap Strategy for 2025

On the July 16, 2025, episode of Chiefs Latest, Calvin Silvers breaks down Trey Smith’s record-breaking 4-year, $94 million extension—making him the NFL’s highest-paid interior lineman. Calvin explains how the deal boosts the Chiefs’ 2025 cap flexibility and cements Smith and Creed Humphrey as a dominant core, vital for protecting Patrick Mahomes after last year’s shaky pass protection. The episode also analyzes the Chiefs’ offensive line reset, questions Jawan Taylor’s future, and details looming cap challenges and positional battles as Kansas City gears up for another Super Bowl run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices