ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Starting the day of 2020 Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes He signed his $450 million, 10-year contract extension, knowing that the distinction would not last forever.
It’s no surprise that contracts were signed in this year’s Aaron Rodgers, Kyler Murray Deshaun Watson This dropped him to fourth place. Mahomes stated that he is OK with this development and also anticipates it.
“When I signed my contract, I knew that I would be set for life regardless how the market behaves (reported ),” Mahomes Friday, as he reported to Chiefs training camp at Missouri Western State University. You just have to keep playing. Money is one thing, but those Super Bowl rings at retirement will be something that you will look back on. I believe I have made enough money both on and off the field that it will not matter what I do.
“Especially at the quarterback position the next guy is usually the highest-paid guy. “Any of these top-tier quarterbacks, make such a big difference on NFL football team that (older contracts) are going to be passed up.”
Mahomes indicated that he expects the $45million average salary for his extension to drop further in the rankings after quarterbacks such as Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert Russell Wilson Sign extensions with your team.
Mahomes stated, “They’ll continue setting the bar higher.” “You always want your family to be well taken care of, but you also want to get paid. I want a great group around me.”
On Saturday, the Chiefs begin a three-day camp that will be held for rookies as well as quarterbacks. Other veterans report Monday, while full-squad training camp begins Wednesday.
The Chiefs are likely to open training camp without Orlando Brown, the unsigned left tackle who is their franchise player. Brown and the Chiefs could not agree on terms for a multiyear contract before last week’s deadline. Brown is now only allowed to sign a $16.6million contract to continue playing with the team.
Mahomes said, “I talk with Orlando all the time.” “Me, him have a great friendship. We wanted the deal to be done. I know he did. It is a pleasure to see him again and to be a part the team.
“He kept asking me questions even when he wasn’t at practice (offseason). He was looking at film, and he was doing everything. When he (returns), it was clear that he wasn’t happy with the outcome. But, when he does return, I know he will be ready for action and will show the world what a player he is.
Mahomes indicated that he was not sure about Brown’s plans to train camp.
Mahomes stated, “You want him here because he’s a great guy and he’s a good leader on this football team.” “But I won’t force anyone to do something when it comes down to money or contracts, because I know that they are trying to provide for their family in the long-term. You want him to be part of this team as a friend and teammate.
While there are a few candidates for Brown’s spot, none of them are as good at left tackle. Andy Reid, Chiefs coach suggested that the Chiefs look at left guard Joe ThuneyHe was able to fill in for Brown, who was injured, at left tackle.
Reid stated that Joe Thuney has the ability to do it. “If that’s what we have to do, we’ll do it.”