KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s a safe assumption that Alex Smith has had more enjoyable offseasons.
Start with the way last season ended, when the Chiefs’ quarterback turned in a dismal performance in a playoff loss to Pittsburgh. The Steelers won despite failing to score a touchdown, ending a season for Kansas City that included 12 wins and a division title.
Then came the NFL draft, when the Chiefs boldly traded up to 10th overall to select Texas Tech quarterback Patrick Mahomes III — the heir apparent to Smith, who has two years left on his contract.