Kansas City, MO – May 4, 2025
The Kansas City Chiefs struck gold in Missouri Sunday, signing St. Louis native Trey Flint to a three-year, $2.7 million undrafted free agent deal with a $150,000 signing bonus. The 23-year-old long snapper from Missouri aims to follow in the footsteps of Chiefs legend James Winchester after a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Flint, a walk-on at Missouri, earned a scholarship through grit, snapping flawlessly in 38 games with a PFF grade of 78.0. His journey from overlooked high schooler to NFL prospect mirrors Winchester’s rise. “Trey’s a fighter,” coach Andy Reid said. “His story embodies Chiefs Kingdom’s heart.”
Flint’s deal, with $150,000 guaranteed, positions him as Winchester’s heir apparent. The 35-year-old veteran, a three-time Super Bowl champion, mentors Flint, who competed at rookie minicamp against undrafted prospects like Jake Bringingstool. Flint’s precision and local roots won over GM Brett Veach.
Kansas City, with $12.7 million in cap space, invested in Flint to secure special teams stability. The Chiefs, having drafted Josh Simmons, Omarr Norman-Lott, Ashton Gillotte, Nohl Williams, Jalen Royals, Jeffrey Bassa, and Brashard Smith, see Flint as a long-term asset. His signing follows cuts to Mike Danna and Nikko Remigio.
Flint’s tale, from St. Louis dreamer to Chiefs hopeful, ignites fan passion. “Trey’s our guy,” Veach said. With two remaining picks, including No. 226, Kansas City eyes receiver depth to replace DeAndre Hopkins. Flint’s $150,000 bet sparks Chiefs Kingdom’s 2025 Super Bowl dreams, promising a Missouri-born star to anchor Mahomes’ dynasty.
