All the talk this offseason will be on Smith and Bolton, but...

[Direckshun]

I watched the entire AFCCG again, and you know what non-Chris Jones player made the most plays yesterday on defense?

Justin Reid.

I am increasingly getting to the space where Justin Reid might have to be considered part of what makes this three-peating team so damn special.

He's a legit triple threat:

1. He is invaluable in the locker room. Part of the reason, we have to assume, that all of these young secondary players have developed so well is because of Reid's tutelage. He's a smart guy who is a beloved leader in the secondary, specifically namecalled by the younger players in interviews.

2. The value he brings on the field. He blitzes, he breaks for the flats, he is a smart reader on the field of offensive formations, he covers, he hits like a truck. And he's a valuable player on special teams, an edge rusher for the FG blocking unit, and an emergency kicker.

3. His position is one of need. Without him, the Chiefs have Jadyn Hicks (who we all like and see as promising) and Bryan Cook, who is probably the least-good starter on our defense right now. Chamarri Conner plays safety as well, but Conner is purely a box safety when he's played in that position.

[Bump]

this offseason and next will be a lot of contracts expiring from the drafts and key free agent signings that helped build a dynasty

I trust Bart to make the best decisions for what's best to keep the dynasty going strong

[tredadda]

He would be a nice piece to bring back if he’s not ridiculous with his contract demands.

[BossChief]

Reid is a very good asset, but he will likely be allowed to test free agency in hopes of getting him back at true market value, if the value makes sense.

Unless he takes a below value deal, he’s going to hit FA.

[Why Not?]

Originally Posted by HonestChieffan

Justin is a very very good person.

I have a business associate who knows JR on a social basis. He 100% would agree with your take here. Talks about how friendly and humble JR is all of the time.

[irafreak]

Yep. I love him too. Guy tackles and plays smart. He adds fire to that secondary.

[ChiefGator]

I would start the offseason trying to resign Omenihu.

[Gary Cooper]

We want to bring back Bolton and Reid but the question is how much will each demand?

Trey Smith can make a lot of money on the market. I don't see us matching his needs.

Plus, they need to plan for Karlaftis and McDuffie when their contracts are up.

[CaliforniaChief]

I had the same thought, honestly. Reid is a beast. I want him back.

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by ChiefGator

I would start the offseason trying to resign Omenihu.

Omenihu, Hollywood and Hopkins would be the 3 I’d really love to have back. None should require huge investments, either.

[TheGuardian]

I love Reid. Resign him

[FRCDFED]

Ive loved Reid over Mathieu! There's really no comparison. Reid is an excellent player whereas Mathieu made business decisions. Reid is built like a true safety. Mathieu was not!

[Jet Chip Wasp]

Justin Reid allows Spags to be Spags in terms of his playcalling, specifically blitzing.

He needs to be put in the same category as Chris Jones in terms of best defensive player on this team if he is not yet in that category.