The Kansas City Chiefs were left in shock as the Philadelphia Eagles snatched away their dream of a historic three-peat at Super Bowl LIX.

The Eagles scored an impressive 34 points without any response from the Chiefs during the first three quarters. Patrick Mahomes finally managed to throw for a touchdown just seconds before the final quarter began.

With a final score of 40-22, the Chiefs were humbled and retreated to the locker rooms amidst a shower of green and white confetti. Despite this setback, head coach Andy Reid is already back at headquarters, strategizing for the free agency market and NFL Draft and preparing his current team for the next season.

There are numerous ways that the Chiefs can enhance their current roster, starting with securing the talent they already have.

Here, we have outlined all the potential positive outcomes for the Chiefs this offseason, which could set them up nicely for a return to the Super Bowl in 2025 – but hopefully, with a different result.

Travis Kelce agrees extension

One such positive outcome would be Travis Kelce signing a contract extension. Kelce, who has been a consistent performer throughout his 12-year career at Arrowhead, is one player the Chiefs will want to secure for at least another season.

The veteran tight end has broken numerous records while playing for Kansas City and has won three Super Bowls. Reid and his team in Missouri have set a deadline of March 14 for the 35-year-old to decide on his future.

The reason is clear: Kelce’s current contract includes an $11.5 million roster bonus due on March 15, according to Over the Cap.

With the NFL’s free agency period opening on March 10, the Chiefs hope to save that $11.5 million if Kelce decides to retire. However, if he stays, they’ll keep a key player who has a strong bond with quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The duo has scored 17 postseason touchdowns – a record in NFL history – and Kelce also recently surpassed Jerry Rice for most career Super Bowl receptions.

Losing him would be a significant loss, so the Chiefs will likely do everything possible to keep the tight end for at least another season.

Deebo Samuel Sr. signs

In other news, Pro-Bowl wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. is rumoured to be on the move in 2025. The athlete has been with the San Francisco 49ers since 2019 and made two Super Bowl appearances – both losses to the Chiefs – during his time on the West Coast.

The 49ers had a rough time in 2024, ending up with a disappointing 6-11 record and getting knocked out of the playoff race early. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has allowed Samuel Sr. to look for a new team in 2025, but where will he land?

Speaking to ESPN, Samuel said: “It was a hard conversation to have with Kyle [Shanahan] because of the relationship that we have. But I have to do what’s best. I’m more than thankful for the Niners giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, but now I think it’s best that we find another team.”

The 29-year-old’s versatility is top-notch; he’s been a jack-of-all-trades playing slot, wide receiver, and running back for the 49ers.

His skills could be a massive plus for the Chiefs, who might be the team he joins for a shot at the Lombardi, despite them being the source of some tough times in his career.

His NFL experience isn’t just about playing either – he could be key in guiding fresh talent like Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice, who are looking to make their mark.

Finding gems in the NFL Draft

Andy Reid will be looking forward to the 2025 NFL Draft, which will be held from April 24 to April 26, as he scouts for new talent to patch up the gaps left by players on the move and boost positional areas that need some work.

The offensive line is one area that is severely lacking in talent, as evidenced by the number of hits Mahomes took during the Super Bowl. The quarterback was sacked six times – a career-high for both regular and postseason games – and experienced pressure on 40% of his dropbacks in the pocket.

This indicates that the line is failing to protect the Chiefs’ key player in their offense, which must be addressed. One potential solution could be Ohio State star Donovan Jackson.

Jackson played a crucial role in helping Ohio State secure a national championship in the most recent season and performed impressively at the NFL Combine in 2024. He clocked a 5.27 40-yard dash and had a shuttle time of just 4.63 seconds.

Most NFL teams ahead of the Chiefs in the first round of the Draft will likely be looking to add quarterbacks, wide receivers, and other skills players to their roster. However, Kansas City already has plenty of firepower – they just need to address their issues in the trenches.

Another area requiring attention is the defensive tackle position – currently, Kansas City’s only recognized player in this position is All-Pro Chris Jones. While Jones is an excellent asset in this position, he had to leave Super Bowl LIX early due to a knee injury and also struggled with neck issues throughout the game.

While it remains uncertain whether Jones will be out for a significant duration, the team’s depth is thin and needs bolstering. This is where Deone Walker steps in.

The 20-year-old defensive tackle from Kentucky Wildcats has an impressive record of 132 total tackles in his college football career. He weighs 348 lbs and is 6 feet 6 inches tall.

Walker also has a 40-yard time of 5.1 seconds and is considerably versatile across the defensive line.

Therefore, with Kelce and Samuel Sr. potentially on board and more Draft prospects on the horizon, this dream offseason could provide the perfect strategy for Reid and Mahomes to make a triumphant return to the grand stage – this time, with another Lombardi trophy in their possession.