The Chiefs officially decline Nick Foles’ $6.75 million option on Thursday, a source confirmed to The Star.
The move is not a surprise, as news surfaced weeks ago that the Chiefs planned on declining the option. The club, however, has still expressed an interest in retaining Foles, according to the source.
The decision means the 28-year-old Foles became a free agent, as teams had until 3 p.m. Thursday to exercise all options for 2017.
Other Chiefs who were allowed to hit free agency include nose tackle Dontari Poe, linebacker Josh Mauga, running back Knile Davis, defensive end Jarvis Jenkins, nose tackle Kendall Reyes and offensive lineman Mike Person.