The Kansas City Chiefs have signed offensive guard Trey Smith to a four-year, $94 million contract, making him the highest-paid guard in NFL history. The deal comes as a surprise after initial reports suggested the Chiefs might not be able to afford him. Smith's performance, particularly his run blocking, and the Chiefs' recent Super Bowl losses where Mahomes was pressured heavily, contributed to the decision. The contract surpasses the previous highest annual salary for a guard, highlighting his value to the team.

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