Chiefs Re-Sign LB Lynch, Retain Trey Smith

The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed linebacker Blake Lynch ahead of the NFL free agency period. Lynch, initially joining the Chiefs' practice squad in December, made an impact with six tackles and a tackle for loss in the regular-season finale against the Denver Broncos. This move comes amid concerns over linebacker depth, with Nick Bolton projected to enter free agency, and losses like Swayze Bozeman and Jack Cochrane due to injuries. The Chiefs, facing salary cap constraints, are also retaining right guard Trey Smith with a transition franchise tag. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers are showing interest in Chiefs' defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton. The Chiefs aim to strengthen their roster and maintain their competitive edge after their Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.