"It's a good question. I wish I had a better answer for you," Smith said. "I've still just been locked into games and practicing. With camp and preseason winding down, we'll see."
When it was suggested that Smith, who is coming off the best statistical year of his career, might have been wise to finish a deal before this season, the affable quarterback simply smiled.
Smith also said he doesn't believe his uncertain future will have any bearing on his ability to lead a team that is coming off an 11-5 record and playoff appearance,
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Smith has not played well in the preseason, throwing two interceptions in the red zone in his final outing against Minnesota.
"I don't think it necessarily affects my contract,
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"If a guy is in his last year, in a dispute, he's tagged, whatever it may be, that's the last thing I think about it. It's 'what kind of teammate is he? What's he putting in?'"
Smith said earlier in training camp that he wanted to end discussions of a new deal by the time the games count. That happens Sept. 7, when Kansas City opens its season against Tennessee.
"I know myself and having teammates in all kinds of contract situations, it's the last thing I'm thinking about," Smith said. "In the locker room,
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)