Chiefs Nate Taylor: Chiefs expected to franchise OBJ again [not happening] - Page 136

**The Franchise** · 02:01 PM

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Brown is technically the Chiefs’ top free agent, though for the second consecutive year, he might never reach the open market. Similar to last year, the Chiefs are expected to place the franchise tag on Brown, which will prevent him from becoming an unrestricted free agent. Such a move will allow both parties more time to negotiate a lucrative contract extension. If the parties cannot agree to a deal by the middle of July, Brown would once again be restricted to a one-year salary of $18.4 million, according to Over The Cap.

https://theathletic.com/4161606/2023...3&redirected=1

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The Athletic's Nate Taylor writes the Chiefs are "expected" to place the franchise tag on LT Orlando Brown again.

Brown played on the tag last year, briefly threatening to not report to camp before showing up on time. Since coming over for the Ravens in a trade, Brown has been stellar if not exceptional, and would probably profile as one of the five best free agents on the market if he got there. Taylor also writes that Brown turned down a six-year, $139 million deal with a $30.25 million signing bonus last offseason.

Not really new news...but he won't be hitting the open market at least.

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Originally Posted by ShowtimeSBMVP

In a surprise twist, the Chiefs will not be franchise tagging left tackle Orlando Brown, per source. He’s set to be a free agent March 13. The player has been notified.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 6, 2023

O.city · 03-10-2023, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

He's not going to be cheap, dude.

Think it's gonna take our 1? That's too steep for me I think right?

htismaqe · 03-10-2023, 01:05 PM

It's possible his age and position have just caught up with him at this point. That's not worth $20M AAV and that's about where he will land IMO.

O.city · 03-10-2023, 01:07 PM

He's only 32. The knee injury is the thing, but he seemed to be past that last year.

htismaqe · 03-10-2023, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by O.city

He's only 32. The knee injury is the thing, but he seemed to be past that last year.

32 is old for a guy with his recent injury history. The age is one thing, the injury is another. But combined together, they're pretty much a show-stopper for the Chiefs. Just not a good or realistic option.

RunKC · 03-10-2023, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by The Franchise

They could but they would have to match whatever we offer him and be stuck with that contract.

Wow they’re about to shell out $40 million in dead cap for Rodgers. Bakhtiari is $11 million in dead cap if he’s traded.

You figure they’d gladly take the 2nd rd pick and move on

O.city · 03-10-2023, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

32 is old for a guy with his recent injury history. The age is one thing, the injury is another. But combined together, they're pretty much a show-stopper for the Chiefs. Just not a good or realistic option.

They tried to sign Trent Williams to a LTD when he was 32.

The injury thing would be my biggest worry.

Pitt Gorilla · 03-10-2023, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BossChief

“In 421 pass-blocking snaps last season, Nijman surrendered five sacks and 27 pressures.”

In 893 pass blocks snaps, Orlando gave up 4 sacks and 58 pressures…and Orlando did so as a left tackle with Nijman at mostly RT.

Ijs

"If Chief Fan disliked OBJ, they're going to HATE Nijman!"

Dunerdr · 03-10-2023, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by O.city

The 2020 year he tore his acl in January of 21, so you kinda figured he'd miss most of 21.

He had some issues with it but came back and played really well. It's a risky move for sure, but at this point it's probably the highest upside for the cheapest cost.

Maybe send them a 3 for him?

Played really well? Packers fans were bitching about him still not being right.

Chiefshrink · 03-10-2023, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by The Franchise

As Chiefs look for a new left tackle, 10 options to replace Orlando Brown Jr.

https://theathletic.com/4289670/2023...ement-options/

Great info Fran !! Thx man !!

VAGOMO 4 LIFE! · 03-10-2023, 01:40 PM

Finding a long term solution at LT is what the #chiefs want to happen this offseason. There are a few ways to go about getting that done. And the way KC is built they might have more confidence going a certain way than most. My report on NFL NOW on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/avHXyLLwZH
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 10, 2023

Wisconsin_Chief · 03-10-2023, 01:45 PM

Everything I'm reading would indicate Hardman, Thornhill and OBJ are going to land potentially top of the market contracts for this free agent class. That would mean the Chiefs could potentially be looking at three compensatory 3rd round picks next year if they play their cards right. That would mean focusing on players who were released instead of free agents, which is where the value just might be anyway.

Think about it like this, what would you rather have: OBJ @$23-24 million a year with $80 guaranteed, or Donovan Smith @$15-16 million a year with $40 guaranteed AND a 3rd round pick? That's really the comparison we should be making when letting OBJ go. It should absolutely play into our decision.

I think Cook and Reid are locked in as starting safeties next year, so you find a veteran looking for a ring who someone let go of. You keep Deon Bush and you of course use a mid-round pick on one. Then you also get that 3rd for Thornhill.

Basically 3 extra picks for guys who are, in the Chiefs world, pretty expendable. We really have a shot to keep playing our 4D chess game if they make the right moves.

Chiefshrink · 03-10-2023, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MAHOMO 4 LIFE!

Finding a long term solution at LT is what the #chiefs want to happen this offseason. There are a few ways to go about getting that done. And the way KC is built they might have more confidence going a certain way than most. My report on NFL NOW on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/avHXyLLwZH
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 10, 2023

This is the direction they will go assuming they see someone in this draft that can "fit the bill" at LT IMHO.

raybec 4 · 03-10-2023, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefshrink

This is the direction they will go assuming they see someone in this draft that can "fit the bill" at LT IMHO.

Which one? He mentions a couple of different options.

nychief · 03-10-2023, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefshrink

This is the direction they will go assuming they see someone in this draft that can "fit the bill" at LT IMHO.

wasn't this the exact same thing we said two years ago after Fish was release with the injury? Up until a week before the draft we were all talking about drafting a tackle at 30 or whatever...

I find this hard to believe 100 percent. I think they'd cover their asses with a vet also.

Mecca · 03-10-2023, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by nychief

wasn't this the exact same thing we said two years ago after Fish was release with the injury? Up until a week before the draft we were all talking about drafting a tackle at 30 or whatever...

I find this hard to believe 100 percent. I think they'd cover their asses with a vet also.

If the draft doesn't fall to their liking we'll end up signing Lewan or Smith to a 1 or 2 year deal.

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htismaqe 'Tis my eye! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Chiefsplanet Casino cash: $8179900	It's possible his age and position have just caught up with him at this point. That's not worth $20M AAV and that's about where he will land IMO.
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VAGOMO 4 LIFE! In Search of a Life Join Date: Nov 2018 Casino cash: $6350400	Finding a long term solution at LT is what the #chiefs want to happen this offseason. There are a few ways to go about getting that done. And the way KC is built they might have more confidence going a certain way than most. My report on NFL NOW on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/avHXyLLwZH — James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 10, 2023
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03-10-2023, 01:45 PM	#2036
Wisconsin_Chief MVP Join Date: Aug 2019 Casino cash: $-959600	Everything I'm reading would indicate Hardman, Thornhill and OBJ are going to land potentially top of the market contracts for this free agent class. That would mean the Chiefs could potentially be looking at three compensatory 3rd round picks next year if they play their cards right. That would mean focusing on players who were released instead of free agents, which is where the value just might be anyway. Think about it like this, what would you rather have: OBJ @$23-24 million a year with $80 guaranteed, or Donovan Smith @$15-16 million a year with $40 guaranteed AND a 3rd round pick? That's really the comparison we should be making when letting OBJ go. It should absolutely play into our decision. I think Cook and Reid are locked in as starting safeties next year, so you find a veteran looking for a ring who someone let go of. You keep Deon Bush and you of course use a mid-round pick on one. Then you also get that 3rd for Thornhill. Basically 3 extra picks for guys who are, in the Chiefs world, pretty expendable. We really have a shot to keep playing our 4D chess game if they make the right moves.
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