Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 540 Hit the nail on the head
If the Kansas City Chiefs had just experienced a disappointing season, such as having more losses than wins, or missing the playoffs, at least being eliminated in the first game of the playoffs, changing the quarterback, and overturning the reconstruction would be understandable.

But the Kansas City Chiefs just topped the championship?

What the team sees as a rebuild is, in the eyes of others, self-destruction.

What's more, Smith experienced such treatment with the San Francisco 49ers. The team made it to the conference finals and had a peak season, but was still traded. If the same thing happens again now, it is hard to imagine what a heavy blow this will bring to Smith.

Everyone says that this is a professional league, cold-blooded and ruthless; but it shouldn’t be so cruel, right?
At least, Vicky didn't want that.

Reid nodded slightly, "I have no problem with continuing to use Alex's words next season."

Vicky looked up sharply at Reid.

Reid, "Alex's characteristic is stability, and he is not prone to obvious ups and downs. This season, he just had the best performance of his career; so, he should still be able to maintain a high level next season. If he is the starting quarterback, we don't need to worry too much."

Vic, "But, in a few months, Alex will be 34 years old. We can't continue to take risks on a 34-year-old veteran. We chose Patrick because he represents the future, right?"

Reed put his chubby hands together to support his chin, and the tender white chin flesh spread out to both sides, making his round face look even more adorable.

“Well, that’s true.”

This was also the key for Veach to convince Reed at last year's draft.

Vicki was looking forward to it. "Coach, how is Patrick now?"

"Not quite there yet." Reed gave a direct answer without hesitation. "Patrick's strengths are that he is bold enough to take risks and that he still has room to grow. But his weakness is that he is still unstable. Young people are eager to prove themselves and tend to be more impatient."

"So it's good for him to be with Levi. Levi's character can stabilize the situation and help control the situation."

Vicchi suddenly realized.

Generally speaking, quarterbacks tend to gather together. The main players, substitutes and sparring partners have their own meeting rooms and separate gatherings. Occasionally, the door of the meeting room is opened. They have the closest relationship with the offensive linemen who are responsible for protecting them, and it is easy to establish fighting camaraderie.

However, things are a little different with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Levi and Mahomes have a good relationship, and the two of them play well with players in different positions on the team. Smith did not remind them and Reid did not stop them.

Veach asked tentatively, "What if Patrick starts next season?"

Reed did not speak immediately, but thought seriously -

This matter still requires the coaching staff to consider it carefully.

Putting aside other things, this means that the team has changed its quarterback, and different quarterbacks have different styles and types. The tactics of the entire offensive team need to be overturned and started over again. The preparations starting from the coaching staff's tactical layout will be different, not to mention the subsequent recruitment and draft work.

Of course, Vic understood this very well.

Therefore, if Reid believes that Mahomes still needs to learn more and is not yet capable of starting, things will be much simpler and the uniform staff can focus on Smith's contract renewal.

"It's not impossible."

After careful consideration, Reed gave his answer.

Vic's heart, which had been raised high, suddenly fell to the ground, and he didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

"Coach, you're not helping."

Reed: Haha.

Reed still looked calm and kind.

Vic was a little depressed and had to straighten his back again to remind him, "Coach, we are on the same front. If you say anyone can do it, I will really mess up."

Reed remained calm and looked at Vic with a smile on his face, just like Tathagata looking at Sun Wukong. Don't think that Vic consults Reed on everything and seems to follow Reed's lead. In fact, Vic's shrewdness and wisdom are all hidden. He is a truly smart man.

Under Reed's gaze, Vicki spread his hands helplessly, "Okay, I won't do anything rash. I don't want to lose my job. But coach, I need some advice."

Reed spoke slowly, "In fact, you already had the answer in your mind before discussing with me, and you unconsciously guided me during the conversation. If my opinion is in line with your idea, you will be more comfortable; otherwise, you will be more nervous."

"At the end of the day, you just need someone to agree with your answer and tell you that your judgment is correct."

Vicky's eyebrows slightly raised, as if thinking about something——

To be honest, my mind is full of thoughts, it's a mess. Even if I really have an inclination, I still can't sort out my thoughts for a while.

Vicki looked at Reid, "Maybe. So, coach, I need your help."

Reid, "From a coaching perspective, I prefer Alex. We are a complete team. Maintaining the current lineup is good for defending the title. We just need to fill in some gaps during the offseason."

"But if it's Patrick, I agree, I believe he will grow up quickly, he has all the requirements to be a good quarterback, believe me, I have taken over worse quarterbacks."

"So, what you need is not the coach's opinion, but the team manager's opinion. How much will Alex be paid next season?"

Hit the nail on the head.

Vicky answered reflexively, "Seventeen million."

Previously, the Kansas City Chiefs and Smith signed a four-year, $68 million contract, of which $45 million was guaranteed and there was an $18 million signing bonus.

Now, there is one year left on the contract.

This is why Vicky is so careful with his calculations.

If Mahomes grows fast enough on the bench in 2017, then Smith will be traded in 2018.

But if that doesn't work, Smith can still stay with the team and coach Mahomes for another year, and he doesn't have to worry about contract issues.

But now, things are completely different.

Reed raised his chin slightly. He had limited knowledge of the details of the salary cap. Due to the large number of players, each team had a special team to calculate the salary cap, and they had to budget carefully every offseason.

However, Reed has an overall idea.

"What level of contract might they ask for if we discuss an extension?"

Vicki took a deep breath, and the first happy trouble of reaching the Super Bowl came.

"It is not certain at the moment because a series of heavy negotiations are ongoing. Rodgers' contract with Green Bay has expired, Mark's contract with the Raiders has expired, and Donald's rookie contract with the Rams has also expired."

A top quarterback and two defensive player of the year level superstars.

Everyone wants a maximum salary, and what follows is a game between the agent and the team.

But other players will also wait and see and adjust their positions according to the maximum salary.

This means that players need to be patient and wise and seek the right opportunity to maximize their own interests; agents of top players must also communicate with each other and work together to break the salary ceiling.

Obviously, after winning the Super Bowl, Smith is qualified.

"I estimated that Alex's annual salary might exceed 30 million."

(End of this chapter)