Yeah, you know the physical attributes in regard to what were looking for, good football players and were also looking for a room fit, a cultural fit, how they fit with our coaching staff. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. In many ways, the Chiefs aren't supposed to be doing this, much like the Patriots weren't supposed to win six Super Bowls during Tom Brady's 20 seasons at quarterback. Hes one of the few players who is a realistic cut candidate in Kansas City as hes due over $28.6 million in 2023. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Also unfortunate is that head coach Andy Reid stays well-guarded with information, so it's hard to parse out their thoughts on roster construction. And that has never come up. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I think we take all that into consideration. KC Chiefs GM Brett Veach Nailed a Logical Plan in the 2022 NFL Draft Sports Illustrated Kansas City Chiefs News, Analysis and More. A contest to see who misses the most games? One of the weaknesses the 2021 Chiefs found was that outside of wide receiver Tyreek Hill and Kelce, the offense was stuck with players who only could fill specific skill sets. Brett Veachs income source is mostly Veach played running back and wide receiver. Veach shared valuable information on how he and Reid work together on an offseason. But listen, Im mainly happy for the city and for the NFL for bringing it there. We have worked together for so long that when I come to him and let him know what my staff and I are thinking about the guys were targeting. And the Eagles could face that as soon as next season if quarterback Jalen Hurts gets an extension in Mahomes' salary range. His net worth has been growing significantly in 2020-2021. Finally, when Veach took over in 2017, some of his first decisions as general manager included trades. Instead of watching 14 offensive linemen, coach (Reid) takes a peek at 2-3 of them that well probably select. "Matt and I were close at Delaware, and Joe actually came on when I was a GA, and we hit it off right away," Veach said. If the Chiefs which have been to consecutive Super Bowls, ending a 50-year title drought with a win in Super Bowl LIV can win a championship in 2022 or beyond with Mahomes counting that much against the cap, it will be unprecedented in NFL history. 21 with #Chiefs. But Hill wanted a contract in the $25 million-$30 million per year range, and the Chiefs had already signed Mahomes to a 10-year contract worth as much as $450 So, you always want to make sure you take the best player.. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Chiefs dont have a SB without him, I dont like his contract but it was needed to get a SB. I mean there are so many things that we take into consideration. Veach, meanwhile, used that money to sign lower-cost receivers Marquez Valdes-Scantling and JuJu Smith-Schuster. Martin Frank gives his Super Bowl 57 prediction, Andy Reid once gave Nick Sirianni his worst moment; how it led Eagles coach to Super Bowl, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. He restructured his contract last spring to bring down his cap number, making a base salary of $9 million. Maybe theyll fall back on their draft evaluations and college tape for players they have interest in. The 2020 NFL Draft class is deep with talent and in Brett Veach's tenure, the Chiefs have never selected in the first round. This season, the Chiefs were lucky to not have to play that game of attrition in any long-term or detrimental way. Coach Reid likes to create matchup problems and he likes offensive players that can play multiple positions, so if he wants to get to a player or a look thats successful, it doesnt have to be that same player running that play. Sammy Watkins took a pay cut when it seemed likely that he would be released and, according to Adam Schefter, the Chiefs are expecting to retain Chris Jones, who was franchise tagged earlier this offseason. (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images) (CNSNews.com) - Protesters have been showing up at the homes of conservative Supreme Court justices ever since the leak of the draft Dobbs INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: General manager Brett Veach of the Kansas City Chiefs speaks to the media at the Indiana Convention Center on February 25, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Deshaun Watsons fully-guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Browns in 2022 threw a wrench into the NFLs quarterback market, a wrench that Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach is now monitoring very closely. But his production was once again lackluster. But I mean, yeah, you always try to stick to just the best player because it is a game of attrition. Of course, as the salary cap escalates, which it should substantially with new TV deals in place and additional revenue from streaming services, Mahomes cap percentage could come down significantly in the coming years, easing the burden on Veach. He might want to consider taking time to enjoy his money and family while he can. So, if the Chiefs pass on your favorite player in the 2023 NFL draft, it might be because they didnt fit certain criteria that the team was looking for. He just saw them and remembered, Oh yeah, the guy from Hawaii, the guy from Reno., "He knew everything about them. Now, this COVID-19 affected season will obviously be much different. They also had high-priced veterans in Kelce, tackle Orlando Brown and defensive tackle Chris Jones. Every year when you have these drafts and you see whether it be a mock draft or guys listed on the board, I think people tend to forget that theres a lot of dialogue. In other words, Veach will have to continue to be creative to keep the championship window open now that Mahomes is about to get paid like he's one of the NFL's best. Bleymaier was much the same way when he was at UD from 2002-05. Then Nagy became the Bears' head coach for four seasons before returning this season. Andy Reid has made it pretty clear that he intends to continue as the Chiefs head coach in 2023, despite talk of possibly retiring coming arising before the start of Super Bowl LVII. Veach, Reid spoke about that topic Tuesday. Its not like, Chiefs like smaller receivers. We like good football players, but do they pass the medicals, do they pass the interviews with our coaches, with our offensive coordinator, with our receiver coach, with our head coach, is the chemistry there, do they feel like itll be a good blend in our locker room with our current receiving group? In 2020, there are a number of quarterbacks that may be available when the Chiefs are set to pick at 32. So, how much is Brett Veach worth at the age of 43 years old? For 2023, Kansas City has needs some help at some positions but not all of them. You know, handicapping teams and their needs is a big part of that and thats where our pro department comes into play in this college process, just kind of projecting what other teams will do. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Ronnie Stanleys five-year, $98.75-million deal, arrested in a separate June 2021 incident. Please enter a valid email and try again. Bleymaier, meanwhile, went into business after his summer internship with the Eagles. KC has plenty in the pantry without him. Ever since the Chiefs drafted Patrick Mahomes in 2017, the trajectory of the organization skyrocketed, and Andy Reid gives the credit to current general manager Brett Veach. Brett Veach was asked by Starcade Media about receiver prototypes, specifically as it relates to trading up for Mecole Hardman in 2019 and trading back for Skyy Moore in 2022. "Weve invested a lot of time in the scouting process and it's certainly gratifying for us knowing that the process that we have has worked.". As first reported by Chiefs Digests Matt Derrick, the Chiefs have hired Jonathan Howard as a national scout. Weve done a really good job of scouring through so much preseason tape. And hed be the first to tell you that hes extremely blessed. Though he's only been in Lot's of different information goes into picking a specific player. And I was like, the guy is either really weird or really smart.". He I dont even tell doc the name because sometimes you get medical information thats important because its a first-round tackle and sometimes they get its potentially a free-agent lineman. "Ive got guys around me that are really good. Ive always loved Sammy, but unfortunately, theres a salary cap. I say restructure, kind of meaning negotiate a lesser amount to stay in KC. All rights reserved. We had to go through that hurdle there, now Cincinnati and (Los Angeles) and these teams have to go through that there.. "So all of us, just kind of being together, it felt like home. But his production was once again lackluster. The location and description of Veach’s home are unknown, but a street outside the Chiefs’ stadium has been named after him and is known as I dont try to coerce or you know try to sugarcoat anything. And their games were often featured as the late game. No, they hadn't sneaked out to go to a nearby bar or a club. He stays mainly in the background, making it difficult to understand his thoughts on the current season and roster. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. trainer Rick Burkholder General Manager: $1 Million-$3 Million Salary Smiths five-year deal was believed to be the third-richest and the longest pact among the leagues general managers, according to Acee. Every team has its own standard for medical information, but considering the affinity that Reid and the NFL have for members of the Chiefs' training staff, it's fair to say that if the Chiefs aren't comfortable with selecting a medical risk, that player likely won't stay healthy. Veach was raised in the Coal Region of Central Pennsylvania. Trent McDuffie will wear No. Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid and GM Brett Veach spoke with media members on Tuesday. The front office will have to adjust their strategy. On the other end, well certainly have to monitor the rest of these deals. Im kind of like you, Veach said. Veach and his staff wont have preseason game film to use as an evaluation tool when it comes We have a lot of years with Pats contract and thats something well have to readjust as time goes on. "When you have a talented roster like we do, you have to make some moves," Veach said. "I remember getting a phone call from Veach (in 2004), and he said, Hey, I just got a call from Coach Reid, and he wants me to come interview with him as a possibility of getting in with the Eagles,'" Nagy said. Were not draining everything out of them by having him watch all this tape all this time, but instead just coming in to touch base with us.. $1 Million-$3 Million The Chiefs also could move around some of Jones $18.1-million roster bonus to create relief, but only is he's willing to help Veach and the Chiefs out with such a move. So How Do You Make A Leader? This is how championship teams have to be built once a quarterback gets that extension. "So youre going to exhaust every ounce of resources that you have (for Mahomes). Not a member? How much will the coronavirus affect sports as we know them? When Pederson became the Eagles' coach in 2016, Nagy replaced him as offensive coordinator. But they both knew the game well enough to know exactly where each would be on the field. For the coaches, its the first opportunity to meet with them and then it goes from there, whether its the 30 visits, watching more tape, all that. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Nagy came with Reid, too, and was named quarterbacks coach with Doug Pederson as the offensive coordinator. Kansas City fills former quarterback coach Matt Nagys position internally. When there is a player with a shaky injury history in college, it's a mystery for fans the extent of an injury and whether teams will have taken that player off the board because of medicals. Fans of the draft will flock to Kansas City for the event in April and Chiefs HC Andy Reid spoke about his anticipation for the event. I think its great for the National Football League. I'm fascinated to see whether that continues again this offseason. Inversely, getting a talent like Smith cleared meant the Chiefs were able to add a Pro Bowl talent in the sixth round. Learn how your comment data is processed. Below youll find five draft-related takeaways from their chat with the media: Chiefs GM Brett Veach was asked about the teams approach to the draft. Jimmy G and Watkins should try to team up next year. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Clearly, the Chiefs arent hamstrung by Mahomes contract in the near-term, but eventually the bill will come due. I dont want docs to get swayed by status, we need to make this guy has a clean bill of health. It was an easy decision for Nagy to return to the Chiefs as a quarterbacks coach. I think that was total speculation, Veach said during an interview on Tuesdays episode of the Pat McAfee Show. I think if you just look at our roster Creed Humphrey, Trey Smith, Noah Gray, Kadarius Toney, the two corners last year I think if you just looked at our roster, I think it kind of tells the story of how important the Senior Bowl is for us.. Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach Quotes. Nagy and Veach didn't stay up late watching West Coast college football games while at Delaware. Veach maximized the talent that he could get out of the second round and may do it again. Veach then drafted four of the Chiefs five starting defensive backs last spring in first-rounder Trent McDuffie, second-rounder Bryan Cook, fourth-rounder Joshua Williams and seventh-rounder Jaylen Watson. Hes played in 16 games only once, back in his rookie year of 2014 with the Bills. Asked about how Watsons deal and other upcoming contracts might impact things with Patrick Mahomes contract, Chiefs GM Brett Veach played it coy. Veach and his staff wont have preseason game film to use as an evaluation tool when it comes to acquiring players. Unfortunately, general managers aren't always required to do the same. To me, the quote that raised my eyebrow the most was when McAfee asked about building an offense around speed and intelligence to understand the complexity of Reid's offensive philosophy. 1 draft pick, Caserio looking to build new foundation with Ryans, Carroll: Smith's self-belief was key to success, Reid describes key decisions in Super Bowl LVII, Brett Veach on Sammy Watkins: If theres a way to make it work, well try, Aaron Rodgers has concluded his darkness retreat, Lamar Jacksons camp leaks some information to Stephen A. 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Im anxious to see how they work through their deals and well be taking a look at every aspect of how they do that., Chiefs HC Andy Reid expects bigger roles for WRs Skyy Moore, Kadarius Toney in 2023Chiefs GM Brett Veach discusses negotiations with LT Orlando Brown Jr.Andy Reid, Brett Veach hopeful for Frank Clark's future with Chiefs, General Manager of the Kansas City Chiefs, fully-guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Browns, have their star quarterback locked up long-term, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson in runoff, King asks Duke and Duchess of Sussex to move out of Frogmore so Prince Andrew can move in, Biden Mocks Marjorie Taylor Greene With 1 Simple Hand Gesture, A Nebraska high-school cheerleader competed on her own after the rest of her squad quit. [Reid] also does a great job of staying involved with the college offenses. And they have all paid their dues in climbing the coaching/scouting ladder to their current roles with the Chiefs. And Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach says that with Mahomes, they expect to be contenders every season. In the NFL, players and coaches are required to speak to the media at different points in the season, which can give us valuable insights into the function of the team. Reid should invest in his health and stay out there as long as he wants. . Its probably a cookie-cutter line all GMs use. Reid took Veach with him as a pro and college football analyst before naming him co-director of player personnel in 2015. _______________ Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Aside from the players already mentioned along with wide receiver Tyreek Hill, whos an extension candidate, tight end Travis Kelce and newly signed guard Joe Thuney, nobody else on Kansas Citys roster signed beyond 2021 carries a cap hit higher than kicker Harrison Butkers $4.2 million. Before those games, Gene Bleymaier would talk with his son about Boise State's opponent. In this case, they may like Jordan Love from Utah State if he is available. Veach began in 2004 as a coaching intern with Reid and the Eagles. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Yeah, we always try to stick to best available, Veach said. The second-highest percentage is the 12.2% for Tom Brady with the 2018 New England Patriots and 2020 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. When you have Pat Mahomes , were wired to go after it every year , Veach told ESPN. Thats potentially important because the Kansas City Chiefs salary cap situation changes dramatically next season as the 10-year extension Patrick Mahomes signed on July 6, 2020, kicks in. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. I still really like what I do he said. Watkins caught 37 passes for 421 yards with two touchdowns in 10 games. Even with the NFL salary cap going up to $208.2 million in 2022, Mahomes escalating cap hit which includes a $27.4 million roster bonus, which gives Veach some flexibility to move around money as needed puts a pinch on spending at other positions. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) *** Local Capture *** Brett Veach. KANSAS CITY, Mo. It was the first Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach has to take some of the blame for the Chiefs' shortcomings in 2021 so far. Beginning the next season, when Mahomes became the starting quarterback, the Chiefs have gotten at least as far as the AFC championship game. Needless to say, the Chiefs will have some interesting decisions to make. February 28, 2023. I dont know, Veach said. Going forward, so long as Kelce remains the offense's focal point, positional versatility is the defining trait to look for with our acquisitions. Tuesday afternoon, General Manager Brett Veach said keeping Watkins for 2021 is a possibility. But for him now to kind of be able to have that time to decompress and go spend time with his family, recharge the batteries, start working on some new concepts and ideas and let me and my staff go to work I think that its re-energized him.. Nagy spent six seasons playing in the Arena Football League before becoming a summer intern with the Eagles in 2008. "We always had this great feel for each other," Nagy said. He restructured his contract last spring to bring down his cap number, making a base salary of $9 million. He may need to restructure again or he can possible go make it somewhere else. 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The coaches around him are really in tune with college concepts and ideas so that when he gets younger guys, hes already trying to incorporate stuff that they were familiar with in college.. They also added current starting CB Charvarius Ward in a trade sending draft pick Parker Ehinger to the Cowboys. So it puts us at a little bit of a disadvantage, just because I feel our personnel staff, led by Mike Borgonzi and Tim Terry, they do such a good job of combing through the pro tape. When hes healthy, were better, Veach said, via Adam Teicher of ESPN. He was promoted to Co-Director of Player Personnel prior to the 2015 season after serving two seasons as the clubs Pro and College Personnel Analyst (2013-14). But General Manager Brett Veach never really thought there was much to that talk. Its structured with the bulk of the money $315.5 million coming in roster bonuses, which can be moved to future years or converted to a signing bonus that would be spread over the next five years of the contract. Why WAC games on a Friday night? Kansas City Chiefs news fromFanSided Daily, Linebacker Gerald Hodges wants to rejoin NFL after retiring in 2018. Chiefs dont have a SB without him, I dont like his contract but it was needed to get a SB. "Brett, Coach Reid, Patrick, and being a part of that process when he got drafted," Nagy said. With their typical picks at the end of the first three rounds, the Chiefs have three picks in the Top 100. Running back Jerick McKinnon and wide receivers KaDarius Toney and Skyy Moore represents the shift to this style of offense. Everyone, obviously, is in the same predicament. Kansas City Chiefs won their first Super Bowl, Chiefs are expecting to retain Chris Jones, Why the Kansas City Chiefs offense should improve in 2020, Zach Collins: Warriors Fans Still Send Hate Mail for Klay Thompson Trash Talk, Kenneth Murray would be a great fit for the Kansas City Chiefs defense. We did see it a bit in the middle of the season and late in the season with wide receiver injuries, however. Dorsey was good. When it comes to possible suitors, it obviously comes down to the way that the board falls and how teams draft early, but it is possible that a number of teams would be interested in the Chiefs pick at 32 for that fifth-year option for a franchise QB. That's because everything about those nights at UD road games to Maine, William & Mary, and James Madison that season led the two UD wide receivers to the Super Bowl. Including backup Chad Hennes contract, which counts more than $1.6 million against the cap, quarterbacks account for only 5.4% of the Chiefs spending among the top 51 players contracts. Of course maybe the spotlight in KC with Mahomes gets KC a discount. Bleymaier became the assistant quarterbacks in 2018 and moved to wide receivers coach in 2021. Nagy was the Hens' star quarterback, setting more than 20 passing records at the time. If theres a way we can make it work again, well certainly try to do that. How long has Coney Island in Fort Wayne Open? When I got into it as an intern in coaching, and I knew Veach was working his way up, thats when we started thinking that this could be pretty cool down the road.". On Mar. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. The Kansas City Chiefs have made an addition to their scouting staff following the 2022 NFL draft. While conventional wisdom says that the Super Bowl winners should look to move back and bring in more overall potential, there is a possibility that Veach stands pat at 32 and makes a selection. Sitting at pick 32, the final selection in the 2020 NFL Drafts first round, there are a number of reasons may want to trade up with the Chiefs. Learn how your comment data is processed. Gambling problem? His family and his health would suggest he should retire while he is still functional. WebHow much does Brett Veach get paid? Deshaun Watsons fully-guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Browns in 2022 threw a wrench into the NFLs quarterback market, a wrench that Kansas City As first reported by Chiefs Digests Matt Derrick, the Chiefs have hired Jonathan Howard as a national scout. There is no easy way to do this. With the next pick, the Chiefs claimedJuan Thornhill who instantly became one of the best overall coverage defensive backs on the team, recording three interceptions including a pick-six. In 2016, Bleymaier left Colorado and took the same role with the Chiefs. Sammy is a big part of this offense. TOUGH LOVE:The unique way Jalen Hurts pushes Eagles' receivers to be great and how they push back, SUPER PICKS:Eagles or Chiefs? San Francisco QB Steve Youngs cap hit was 13.1% of the 49ers' salary-cap space that season, which remains the record. (Mahomes) has grown so much from his rookie year, and I'm just helping him in certain ways when I can. There are a hundred athletic trainers currently employed in the NFL and the average salary for those trainers is about $75,000, a figure that can rise to $100,000 depending on experience. springfield says: Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onKansas City Chiefs and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. February 28, 2023. Andy Reid announces Chiefs new quarterbacks coach. On Tuesday, Veach went on" The Pat McAfee Show" for a 30-minute interview, and he shared a lot of insight into how the Chiefs manage the roster. Rick Burkholder Who are analysts selecting for Chiefs at pick No. Sure, maybe Veach could have restructured Hill's contract to fit him under the NFLs salary cap. Martin Frank gives his Super Bowl 57 prediction. OPENING STATEMENT: Really just to put a bow on last This team isnt going to stop finding ways to improve the roster and future draft capital just because things are more difficult this season. Instead, he traded Hill to Miami for five draft picks a first-rounder, second-rounder and fourth-rounder in 2022, and a fourth- and sixth-rounder in 2023. ", "Wed be watching it together, and (Veach) would know all the players in the WAC," Bleymaier said. After 14 seasons with the Eagles, Reid has now been with the Chiefs for 10 and won a pair of Super Bowls. He looked baffled by all the retirement questions. "The quarterback, the head coach are the two factors that really determine your success, and your ability to sustain success," Veach said. Watkins was a significant part of Kansas Citys Super Bowl run last year, making 14 catches for 288 yards and a touchdown in three games. As long as you have Mahomes, you can with with any WRs. Depending on the way that the board falls, there are hundreds of possible scenarios. "It blew me away because growing up in the Philadelphia area, and here's Coach Reid calling Veach to get in (the profession), and he does get in. "We were all on the same page organizationally. Mahomes counts for roughly $7.4 million against Kansas Citys salary cap for the upcoming season, which has a deflated $182.5 million ceiling for 2021. Brett The Kansas City Chiefs pride themselves on a quality supporting cast, including experienced front office members and exciting assistant coaches. Its a safe bet that one of the next stars for Kansas City appeared at the Senior Bowl last month. So, I would be shocked if he takes time away and comes up with a decision that is something than other than coaching football. Watkins has all kinds of ability, but the best ability is availability. However, Chiefs team President Jack Steadman convinced Hunt to come up with a new team name. The Chiefs salary obligations for the 38 players currently under contract for 2022 leave $19.1 million in cap space, or 9.2%. Not a member? For now, Veach knows theyve got their star quarterback under contract and thats what matters most. Veach mentioned some things they look for in their offense. John Dorsey became the GM, and then Veach replaced him. How much do NFL athletic trainers get paid? Instead of having Reid focus his time on personnel, Veach and Reid have built a power structure where Reid doesn't have to focus on that aspect of the job anymore, focusing his energy on his offensive scheme and coaching. Register now! While Reid and the coaching staff have done some prep, this is their first chance to get in front of the new wave of talent coming into the NFL. I'd highly recommend you listen to it, but here were my three main takeaways from the interview. "And then a few years went by, and Veach calls me and says, Hey, come do this internship in training camp. Once that happened, I was looking at it like a player. This means that the Chiefs are looking to retain the bulk of their starters and add a few pieces in the draft and second wave of free agency. Because where else can you play 6 games and go to a Super Bowl? But, hes got so much to still offer I think. Because they've worked together so long, Veach and Reid have a connection on what each of them prefers in a prospect or free agent, which helps them streamline and communicate the information well. Jacob Eason is another name to watch. Watkins hasnt played in the postseason while nursing an injured calf. I guess its just reporters trying to push a narrative. "Then Veach and I would be watching the game, and Veach would say, Hey, that running back from Hawaii is really tough to tackle in the open field., "And Id be like, Yeah, I know, thats what the coaches told my dad. Perhaps league perceptions will change about the Paris of the Plains with the upcoming NFL draft. Brittany MatthewsPatrick Mahomes II / Wife (m. 2022), 4.29secondsTyreek Hill / 40 yard dash time. 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