According to multiple insiders, the Chiefs informed Smith they will franchise tag him ahead of the March 4 deadline. This keeps Smith under Kansas City's control as they work to reach an extension with him.

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that could open the door for Smith to be tagged. Otherwise, that could make Brett Veach's job even more difficult as he tries to keep the Chiefs' window to contend open. In a year that lacks intrigue on the open market, Darnold figures to be one of the ...

It remains to be seen if the Chiefs can even afford to franchise tag Smith, but they'll have some ... In a year that lacks intrigue on the open market, Darnold figures to be one of the most ...