The joys of being a part of a Super Bowl-winning team were followed by the pain of having to part ways with the franchise. In the last five years, the Kansas City Chiefs have won the Super Bowl twice. On their way to building a dynasty, it’s quite obvious that the franchise is looking to keep the players who played an important role in the orchestration of their success. Although key figures like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce won’t be going anywhere, anytime soon, it isn’t the same for everyone.
Frank Clark, a key part of the Chiefs’ defense, was an asset on the field. But his time with the team has reportedly neared its end. After spending the last four years with the franchise, neither the Chiefs nor the DE could find a middle ground on a revised contract. Despite losing a competent star from the field, the Chiefs have much to gain from this outcome. However, fans are disheartened to see Clark go. So, why did the Chiefs come to this conclusion?
The Kansas City Chiefs are cutting ties for a telling reason
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According to reports, Kansas City is planning to release Frank Clark. By doing so, the franchise saves $21 million against the 2023 salary cap, which is no small amount. NFL Insider Adam Schefter took to Twitter to share the following update.
Chiefs and Frank Clark’s agent Erik Burkhardt were unable to find common ground on a reworked deal during several conversations at the combine and the expectation now is that Kansas City will release the 29-year-old DE who is the NFL’s third all-time leading postseason sack… https://t.co/IqjwATIWSt
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 6, 2023
Clark’s tenure with the Chiefs has been more than fruitful. Evolving into a Pro-Bowler from 2019 to 2021, the growth in his career is on an upward incline.
However, Chiefs Nation is sad to see him go. After footage of the DE tearfully soaking in the Kansas City’s’ recent Super Bowl LVII victory made its rounds on Twitter, fans shared their feelings on his release.
Chiefs Nation is disheartened
Whether it was the enormity of his victory, or the possible inclination that he could be headed to another franchise, Frank Clark’s state at the end of the Super Bowl was emotional, to say the least. Here’s what fans had to say.
Man, I’m going to miss Frank 🥺 pic.twitter.com/is79LGVErw
— The Kingdom (@MahomeSZN) March 6, 2023
Some fans expressed how disheartened they were to see the DE go by saying-
This one hurts 😩
— Ainsley (@Ainsleyk15) March 7, 2023
Bro why does he have to go 😭
— Cy (@cy_yung45) March 6, 2023
Nooo!!!! 🥺🥺🥺
— Jes (@JeslynSaylor) March 6, 2023
Other heartbroken fans exclaimed
💔💔💔
— Meshal | بطل العالم 🇦🇷🏆 (@iiMsHx4) March 6, 2023
Me Too.
— Joe Smith (@Joelibera) March 6, 2023
Wow, I can't believe they're letting him go. He will be missed!!
— Flynda Russette (@mtlady47) March 6, 2023
One fan optimistically stated
I hope he comes back on a different deal.
— Luke Miles (@LukeMiles04) March 6, 2023
Another user wished the DE the best for his future
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Good Luck to you!!! Chiefs Kingdom loves you!!!
— Tiffani Davis (@Tiffani47232667) March 6, 2023
Given his upward trajectory in the league, he’s bound to garner attention from interested teams. Even his QB, Patrick Mahomes, couldn’t help but gush over Clark’s progress. But as of now, his future is uncertain. Where do you think the DE is headed? Let us know in the comments.
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