Brett Veach, Andy Reid, and Patrick Mahomes are leading a living dynasty in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs have won the Super Bowl three times in the last five years, including the last two in consecutive years. This remarkable achievement has set the stage for an exciting new chapter in their storied history.
Now, the Chiefs are looking to go a step further by chasing the first three-peat in NFL history. What Kansas City is doing is simply fantastic, considering all the obstacles that exist in the league to succeed for so long. The challenges are numerous, but the Chiefs have consistently found ways to rise above them.
Even without much cap space, the Chiefs find ways to attract great talent. This year, they landed top players for a bargain. First with Marquise Brown in free agency, and later with the DeAndre Hopkins trade. General Manager Brett Veach has proven adept at navigating the complexities of roster management, but he knows that maintaining this level of success won’t be easy.
Veach addresses big challenge for the Chiefs
“It is difficult, though, just because when you do have a lot of these higher-paid contracts, we only have so much flexibility and wiggle room,” Veach explained. The Chiefs have a roster filled with elite talent, but the cost of keeping that talent is high. “When you have a player like Pat Mahomes and your goal every year is to make the playoffs and compete, there’s that fine line of being aggressive but also understanding how you’re going to put this team together in the future.”
After winning Super Bowl LVIII in February, for instance, the Chiefs had to surrender star cornerback L’Jarius Sneed as they were unable to meet his increased salary expectations. This kind of decision is never easy, but it’s a reality of the NFL landscape.
However, Veach knows that the culture the Chiefs created with Reid and Mahomes, and the success the coach and quarterback have brought to the organization, still make Kansas City an attractive landing spot for players. “I think, in general, most players want to be here,” Veach said. “Typically when you get to different points of this season, whether that be in the offseason or at the trade deadline, I think we do hear a lot of, ‘If everything is equal, he would love to play in Kansas City.‘”
Veach admits Chiefs might lose star players in 2025
Looking ahead, the situation could become even more complicated. In 2025, the Chiefs could lose star players in the open market. Veach admitted: “Looking forward to the offseason, we’re going to have some really good players that are free agents. You talk about Trey Smith, Nick Bolton, and Justin Reid, just to name a few. The reality of it is it’ll be hard to retain all of those guys – hopefully, we have a chance to retain a couple.”
With the salary cap constraints, navigating free agency will be a challenge. Veach recognizes that the Chiefs may find it hard to get star players in 2025. During an appearance on the “Pat McAfee Show,” he let Reid and Mahomes know that the Chiefs will probably have to rely on the 2025 NFL Draft to make impactful roster additions next year.
“The bulk of your acquisitions are going to come from the draft,” Veach said. “It’s that fine line of older players wanting to come here but also knowing they come with a contract, and you’re going to have to pay a draft pick to get them there. You might not have money in free agency to spend next year, and you’re going to be relying on those draft picks.”
The road to a three-peat
If succeeding in the NFL is hard, doing so for an extended period is even more challenging. The Chiefs have so far managed to stay competitive even with key players leaving for bigger contracts, but Veach knows this will continue to be a challenging situation. The team’s ability to adapt will be crucial as they aim for that elusive three-peat.
The Chiefs have established a winning culture, and that is no small feat. With Mahomes at the helm, they have the talent and leadership to compete year in and year out. But as Veach pointed out, the financial realities of the NFL can complicate matters. Teams must constantly balance the desire to win now with the need to plan for the future.
As the Chiefs continue their pursuit of greatness, fans can expect a thrilling season ahead. The combination of Reid’s coaching genius, Mahomes’ extraordinary talent, and Veach’s strategic acumen creates a potent formula for success. Kansas City is not just another team; they are a dynasty in the making, and the journey is just as exciting as the destination.
In the end, the Chiefs’ quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl title is not just about the trophies. It’s about the passion, the dedication, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines this organization. With every game, they write a new chapter in their remarkable story, and fans can’t wait to see what unfolds next. The NFL is watching, and the world is ready for the next chapter of Chiefs football!
