Money is not everything for Kansas City Chiefs receiver Sammy Watkins. Happiness and comfort in family environment top the charts.
The 27-year-old receiver took this pay period a cut to stay in KC knowing that although he will earn less money, he is exactly where he wants to be.
“I think I made enough money,” Watkins told the Kansas City Star. “I mean … I like more money, but as far as I’m smart and educated in this team, knowing that you have to pay Pat (Mahomes), you have to pay Chris (Jones), you have to pay a lot of guys that you have to pay For me to take a contract like I did, was a blessing.
“Just make sure to show the world that it’s not all about money. This is my lucky place. Why not take out a smaller contract and go out and play with the guys I’ve played with?”
The presence of Andy Reid has been the key for Watkins, who stated during Super Bowl week that he would consider taking a pay cut to stay in KC. The atmosphere that Reid maintains has brought comfort to Watkins and many other Chiefs players.
Taking a pay cut does not mean Watkins considers himself a minor part of the crime. On the contrary, the former pick of the first round is still looking for the best version of himself both on and off the field.
“I think every receiver like every player wants out and does it well and scores touchdowns or catches as many balls as you can and gets the yards. Myself, I want those kinds of things,” Watkins said. “Should I be angry or angry at the guys who go out and get it? No. I love my boys. I love that boys ball there. It’s my job and my duty to serve others as they are. serve me.
“As a receiver, yes, of course, I want more balls and would like to have more balls. But that’s not my focus. My focus is to get the win and go out and have fun.”
Staying with a franchise built for long-term success is the best way to have fun.
