If the Kansas City Chiefs had just experienced a disappointing season, such as more losses than wins, or missing the playoffs altogether, or at least getting knocked out in the first round of the playoffs, changing the quarterback and undergoing a reconstruction would be understandable.
But the Kansas City Chiefs had just become champions?
In the eyes of the team, reconstruction might seem necessary, but to others, it would appear as self-sabotage.
Moreover, Smith had already experienced this with the San Francisco 49ers. Despite the team making it to the conference finals and having a peak season, he was traded; if it happened again now, the impact on Smith would be unimaginable.
People say that's professional sports, cold and ruthless; but does it have to be this cruel?
At least, Veach didn't want it to be that way.
Reed nodded gently, "If we continue to use Alex next season, I have no objections."
Veach suddenly looked up at Reed.