Alex Smith, K.C. Chiefs should keep long-term relationship in view

Jan 25, 2018; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) during AFC team practice for the Pro Bowl at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Alex Smith has come this far, so no one can blame him for looking for another chance to start. In fact, we’d encourage him to do so.

On Friday, the Washington Football team made it official that Smith was going to be released, giving him the freedom to sign with a new team in the hopes of furthering his 16-year career as a starting quarterback in the NFL. On the other side of multiple trades, concussions, leadership changes, and injuries—including a career-threatening leg break—Smith has already…