Could the Kansas City Chiefs go back to the trade market to find their left tackle of the future? One ESPN insider is watching a particular player closely if that’s the case.
ESPN’s Dan Graziano recently helped compile some last-minute free agency and trade buzz with the NFL’s legal tampering period kicking off at noon tomorrow. He mentioned that Houston Texans LT Laremy Tunsil could be a trade target for Kansas City if they’re unable to get a long-term deal done with Orlando Brown Jr. ahead of Monday.
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“One potential trade target I’m watching is Houston left tackle Laremy Tunsil. The Texans have resisted trading him in recent years, but he has just one year and a nonguaranteed $18.5 million left on his contract and could be a target of the Chiefs if they aren’t able to bring back Orlando Brown Jr.”
What would need to happen for a trade to materialize?
First, Houston would need to decide that they did not want to pay Tunsil a long-term contract extension. That would be a bold move considering they’re expected to draft a rookie quarterback and nothing is better for a rookie quarterback than an established left tackle.
Second, the two sides would have to agree on trade compensation. Would the Chiefs really be willing to potentially give up a first-round draft pick in 2023 (and potentially more) for Tunsil when they’re hosting the draft in Kansas City?
Next up, the Chiefs and Tunsil’s representation would need to first agree to a contract extension that would lower his 2023 salary cap hit. Right now, his cap hit would put the team over the cap.
Finally, Kansas City must view Tunsil as their “long-term solution” at left tackle. Will they envision him as such when he’ll be 29 years old in Week 1 of 2023? There is certainly nothing wrong with his ability — in three of the past four seasons, he’s been among PFF’s highest-graded pass-blocking offensive tackles. They should have no problem paying for that production, but would it be for more than one contract? It’s hard to say. When you draft a rookie in the first round, you get five years of control (fifth-year option), plus a likely sixth year of control through the franchise tag. Then you have the potential of re-signing that player to a long-term deal afterward.
There are certainly benefits to trading for Tunsil, but given what we’re hearing about what the Chiefs want out of the left tackle position this offseason, a trade might not be the route they take. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Chief Roundup:
Knew this was never happening. Too much capital would have been required.
Had my doubts as well. He would have been nice but Veach has completely adjusted his approach and is constantly searching for pure value in every transaction. We needed a LT, but he didn't have to be a top 3 player because Mahomes is simply so good. Just had to be adequate to pretty good, as was proven last year.
Taylor was really the perfect middle ground between Tunsil and OBJ. [Reply]
#Texans Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil has been discussed in potential trade scenario with #Chiefs, according to league sources. Fluid situation on whether it happens, however. #Chiefs potentially retaining Orlando Brown Jr. has not been ruled out by Chiefs, per source
If we were still in on Tunsil when we thought we were signing OBJ, does this mean we're possibly still in on Tunsil now? Tunsil at LT and Taylor at RT? Was the move to save a few million with Taylor in order to pay Tunsil? [Reply]
Originally Posted by Couch-Potato:
If we were still in on Tunsil when we thought we were signing OBJ, does this mean we're possibly still in on Tunsil now? Tunsil at LT and Taylor at RT? Was the move to save a few million with Taylor in order to pay Tunsil?
It would be wacky if Tunsil would give them The Patrick Price discount to sign with the Chiefs. It's not happening though that dream is gone. [Reply]
Regardless of the outcome, we know B V is working his ass off to build the best roster & he will field an elite team. Nothing surprises me anymore when it comes to the front office. 100% trust in Veach! [Reply]
Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare:
It would be wacky if Tunsil would give them The Patrick Price discount to sign with the Chiefs. It's not happening though that dream is gone.
I'm horny just thinking about how good the OL would be with Taylor at RT and Tunsil at LT. Good lord. It's a pipe dream AND a wet dream. [Reply]
