Cincinnati Bengals Probably Won't Pursue Trade for Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro Lineman Joe Thuney

He was an ideal fit a few years ago, but a trade seems unlikely.

Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs guard Joe Thuney (62) prepares to block as quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) takes the snap against the Cincinnati Bengals during the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

CINCINNATI — The Kansas City Chiefs are having trade talks involving All-Pro offensive lineman Joe Thuney according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic.

The three-time Pro Bowler is a Kettering, Ohio native. Once upon a time, the Bengals were considered a suitor for Thuney's services in free agency. Ultimately, he signed with the Chiefs, spending the past four seasons in Kansas City.

The Bengals trading for Thuney is highly unlikely for a bunch of reasons. He's entering the final year of his contract and has a $26 million cap hit in 2025. He'll be 33-years-old in November.

Oh, and the fact that the Bengals probably don't want to help the Chiefs and vice versa.

Russini did mention the Chicago Bears as a potential suitor for Thuney. The veteran is still playing at a high level, but it would be surprising to see the Bengals dip their toes in the Thuney sweepstakes.

UPDATE: The Chiefs are trading Thuney to the Bears for a 2026 fourth round pick according to Russini.

Trade is official!
The Chiefs are trading Joe Thuney to the Bears in exchange for a 2026 fourth- round pick, sources tell @ByNateTaylor and me. pic.twitter.com/gCqfN8a3b5

— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 5, 2025

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