Trey Smith Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Chargers vs Chiefs game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Dec 7, 2025
Inactive for Week 14
Smith (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against Houston.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Smith will miss a second straight game due to high and low ankle sprains. Mike Caliendo will step into the starting right guard spot in Smith's absence.
Dec 5, 2025
Doubtful for Week 14
Smith (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Houston.
ANALYSIS
Smith was unable to practice all week due to high and low ankle sprains, and he appears to be trending toward missing a second consecutive game. With Jawaan Taylor (triceps) also listed as doubtful, Jaylon Moore and Wanya Morris are poised to serve as the Chiefs' starting offensive guards for Sunday's home tilt.
Dec 3, 2025
Logs DNP on Wednesday
Smith (ankle) won't practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Tennessee product was sidelined for Kansas City's Week 13 loss to the Cowboys after sustaining high and low ankle sprains the game prior, and Wednesday's DNP suggest he's still dealing with the issue. Smith likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to play in Sunday night's matchup against the Texans.
Nov 26, 2025
Officially out for Thursday
Smith (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old sustained both high- and low-ankle sprains in the Chiefs' Week 12 win over the Colts, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up Thursday. While Smith is sidelined, expect Jaylon Moore to operate as Kansas City's top right guard.
Nov 24, 2025
Nursing ankle injury
Smith is dealing with both high- and low-ankle sprains and is expected to miss some time, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear exactly how long Smith will be sidelined for, but he's expected to miss the Week 13 matchup against the Cowboys. If he's out as expected, Jaylon Moore is likely the next man up at right guard.
Nov 23, 2025
Ruled out Sunday
Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Smith exited in the first half of Sunday's game. The veteran guard has played in 10 of the Chiefs' 11 games this season, he was out in Week 8 due to a back injury. Jaylon Moore looks to be the next man up with Smith out.
Nov 2, 2025
Active Sunday
Smith (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The right guard was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday before participating in full Friday. Smith has started all seven games he's played in this season and all 87, regular season and playoffs, that he's played in during his career.
Nov 2, 2025
Set to suit up Sunday
Smith (back), who is questionable for Sunday's Week 9 matchup versus Buffalo, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith dealt with a back issue throughout the week and was given a designation of questionable heading into the weekend after logging an LP/LP/FP practice progression. It sounds like he'll be able to suit up and start at right guard in a marquee matchup versus the Bills.
Oct 29, 2025
Limited in practice
Smith (back) was a limited participant in Kansas City's practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith sat out the team's Week 8 win over the Commanders but was able to return to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. The 26-year-old will look to be good to go for Sunday's matchup, when he should return to his role as the Chiefs' starting right guard.
Oct 27, 2025
Not playing against Washington
Smith (back) is inactive for Monday's game against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Smith earned the doubtful tag for Week 8 after failing to practice all week due to a back injury, and he will indeed miss Monday's game. Wanya Morris will likely draw the start at right guard in Smith's absence.
Oct 25, 2025
Likely out for Week 8
Head coach Andy Reid told reporters that Smith (back) is doubtful for Monday night's matchup against the Commanders, Nate Taylor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Tennessee product didn't practice Thursday or Friday after sustaining a back injury in the Chiefs' Week 7 win over the Raiders, so it's no surprise that he'll likely be sidelined Monday night. Expect Jaylon Moore to start at right guard if Smith is inactive in Week 8.
Oct 23, 2025
Unable to practice Thursday
Smith (back) is not practicing Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith departed Kansas City's win over the Raiders in Week 7 early due to a back issue, and spasms are now preventing him from participating in practice. The standout right guard will have two more opportunities to get back on the field as at least a limited participant ahead of the Chiefs' game against the Commanders on Monday.
Oct 19, 2025
Done for day
Smith (back) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's matchup with the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Smith suffered a back injury in the first half of the contest, and he will now be forced to miss the rest of the game. Mike Caliendo has taken over at right guard in Smith's absence.
Oct 19, 2025
Exits first half early
Smith (back) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders, Charles Goldman of A to Z Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith came out of the game in the late first quarter to be checked out. After returning promptly and playing a few snaps, he was removed again. He was labeled questionable to return with a lower back injury. The potential loss of Smith is a serious blow to a Chiefs offensive line already without starting rookie left tackle Josh Simmons (personal).
Jul 15, 2025
Signing lucrative extension with Chiefs
Smith is slated to sign a four-year extension with the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Rapoport, the deal is worth $94 million, with $70 million guaranteed. Smith, who had signed his franchise tag with the Chiefs in March, is thus on track to become the highest-paid guard in the NFL. The 2021 sixth-rounder has been a starter since entering the league, and as a result of his new deal is set to remain a key anchor on Kansas City's offensive line for the foreseeable future.
Mar 10, 2025
Officially signs franchise tag
Smith signed his franchise tag with the Chiefs on Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
ANALYSIS
With the one-year, $23.5-million deal, Smith becomes the highest-paid guard in the NFL, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, who tweeted out the news Sunday night. Rapoport also said that the Chiefs are hoping to reach an agreement on a long-term deal. Smith has started 67 of a possible 68 regular-season games and all 13 of KC's postseason games since joining the team as a sixth-round pick in 2021.
Feb 28, 2025
Assigned franchise tag
The Chiefs assigned the non-exclusive franchise tag to Smith on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Smith will be on the hook for $23.402 million in 2025 unless the two sides are able to come to terms on a long-term extension before July's deadline. By placing the franchise tag on Smith, it keeps him away from free agency and buys the Chiefs more time to try and work out a potential multi-year deal. Smith turns 26 years old in June and has missed just one start since entering the league. He was a member of the 2021 All-Rookie team and was selected to his first Pro Bowl this past season. Smith was slated to be one of the top free agents available, but he's now off the board.
Feb 27, 2025
Will be franchise tagged
The Chiefs plan to place the franchise tag on Smith this offseason, NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith was expected to be the top guard available in free agency this offseason, but the Chiefs will instead retain a key to their offensive line. While the franchise tag will ensure Smith doesn't hit free agency, the team is still hoping to work out a long-term deal.
Jan 25, 2024
Moves past illness
Smith (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Smith began the Chiefs' week of practice with a DNP due to an illness, but it now seems as if he's moved past the issue after logging a full session Thursday. Now that the 24-year-old is feeling better, he's expected to assume his usual duties as Kansas City's top right guard in the AFC Championship Game.
Jan 24, 2024
Under the weather
Smith (illness) will not practice Wednesday, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith luckily still has a few more days until Sunday's AFC Championship Game to get healthy, but his status in the days ahead may still be worth monitoring. Especially with fellow starting guard Joe Thuney (pectoral) unlikely to play. Nick Allegretti and Mike Caliendo will be options to fill in at guard if either or both miss their matchup against the Ravens.
Dec 29, 2023
Good to go for Week 17
Smith (calf) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Smith was injured in last week's loss to the Raiders but made enough progress to get clearance ahead of Week 17. The 2021 sixth-rounder has started all 15 games this season.
Dec 25, 2023
Dealing with calf injury
Coach Andy Reid said Monday that Smith suffered a left calf injury during the Chiefs' 20-14 loss to the Raiders, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith wasn't able to return Monday, but he sustained the injury late during Kansas City's loss. In the event that Smith needs to miss any time in his recovery, Nick Allegretti will be the favorite to start at right guard versus Cincinnati in Week 17.
Dec 25, 2023
Suffers injury in game
Smith exited Monday's 20-14 loss to the Raiders early with a leg injury, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith suffered the injury late in the contest, so his inability to return to the game doesn't give much of a clue as to how severe it could be. More information about his status for Week 17 likely won't be known until the team releases its first injury report later in the week.
Oct 13, 2022
Practices in full
Smith (pectoral) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith wasn't available for Monday's win over the Raiders, but he appears on track to return Week 6 versus the Bills. It will still be worth monitoring Smith's practice activity, in case of any setbacks. His return would be to the benefit of Patrick Mahomes versus Buffalo's dangerous pass rush.
Oct 10, 2022
Won't play Monday
Smith (pectoral) was ruled inactive ahead of Monday night's game against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Smith is dealing with a pectoral injury following last week's win over the Buccaneers, which will keep him sidelined Week 5. With the starting right guard out, Nick Allegretti will get the spot start against Las Vegas.
Oct 3, 2022
Managing pectoral issue
Coach Andy Reid said after Sunday's win over Tampa Bay that Smith sustained a pectoral injury, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear when Smith sustained his injury, but Reid said that he expects the 23-year-old will be OK. If he's forced to miss any time, Nick Allegretti would be a candidate to handle an increased role on Kansas City's offensive line.
Sep 15, 2022
Good to go for TNF
Smith (ankle) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Chargers, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Smith suffered an ankle injury during the first half of the Chiefs' 44-21 victory over the Cardinals last Sunday, but it looks like he's cleared for action after practicing in full Wednesday. Expect the 321-pounder to reclaim his starting role at right guard Thursday night against the Chargers.
Sep 14, 2022
Deemed questionable for Thursday
Smith (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Smith left Sunday's win over the Cardinals early and was unable to return. He was upgraded to a full participant Wednesday after being limited Monday and Tuesday, but his status for Week 2 will likely come down to a game-time decision. If he's unable to suit up, Nick Allegretti will likely draw the start at right guard.
Sep 13, 2022
Limited in practice
Smith (ankle) was limited in practice Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Smith left Sunday's win over the Cardinals early, and was unable to return. With the team on a short week, and the Chargers coming to town Thursday, Smith can firmly be considered questionable for the contest. If Smith is unable to go, Nick Allegretti will likely draw the start in his place.
Sep 11, 2022
Questionable to return
Smith is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to an ankle injury.
ANALYSIS
Smith started Sunday's season opener but sustained his injury in the first half. If he's unable to return, Nick Allegretti will likely see additional playing time for Kansas City.
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