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Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU defensive back Mansoor Delane (DB06) speakers to members of the media at the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

As the Kansas City Chiefs' 2026 NFL Draft class settles in, which first-year players could become legitimate pieces either now or later?

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As the Kansas City Chiefs' 2026 NFL Draft class settles in, which first-year players could become legitimate pieces either now or later?

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Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; LSU Tigers defensive back Mansoor Delane is selected by the Kansas City Chiefs as the number six pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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From Mansoor Delane to Garrett Nussmeier, the Kansas City Chiefs' rookie draft picks have selected their jersey numbers to begin the 2026 NFL season.

Apr 22, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; LSU Tigers defensive back Mansoor Delane during the NFL Draft prospects clinic at Hazelwood Green Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The value for Mansoor Delane in the 2026 NFL Draft wasn't perfect, but the Kansas City Chiefs shored up a CB position that had plenty of potential pitfalls.

Dec 25, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith (24) celebrates touchdown with Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster (9) and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chris Oladokun (19) during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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After the 2026 NFL Draft, a pair of well-known Kansas City Chiefs may be on the roster bubble, while a potential starter could slide back down the depth chart.

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) rushes the line during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Armed with two first-round 2026 NFL Draft selections, the Kansas City Chiefs could pick from quite the talented pool of prospects.

Sep 27, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin talks with LSU Tigers cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) during the second quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Chiefs came out firing in the 2026 NFL Draft, landing Mansoor Delane to help bolster their CB room. Let's break down the pick and how it could work in K.C.

Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tackle Jaylon Moore (77) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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While many players received new competition during the NFL Draft, offensive tackles Jaylon Moore, Esa Pole and these other Kansas City Chiefs should feel good about where they stand after the dust settled.

Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Jeff Caldwell (9) gestures after getting a first down in the third quarter of the NCAA football game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Bowling Green Falcons at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Sept. 6, 2025.

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The Kansas City Chiefs aren't done adding rookie talent after the 2026 NFL Draft. Which undrafted players could stick around the organization?

Aug 30, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; LSU Tigers cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) celebrates after a play against the Clemson Tigers during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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The future is uncertain for every NFL Draft selection, but the Kansas City Chiefs revealed several things about how they view themselves ahead of the 2026 season.

Nov 8, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (18) throws a pass during the second half of the game with Alabama at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated LSU 20-9. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Former LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier joins the Chiefs roster as the team’s final pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. Nussmeier, a seventh-round s

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With quarterback Patrick Mahomes recovering from knee surgery, Head Coach Andy Reid and the rest of the Kansas City Chiefs brass added another signal caller to the room.

Louisiana State University cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) reacts during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, August 30, 2025.

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With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, let's recap the Kansas City Chiefs' haul and track their activity on the UDFA market.

Nov 1, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Cyrus Allen (4) makes a catch against Utah Utes cornerback Smith Snowden (2) during the second quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Wide receiver Cyrus Allen, the Chiefs’ second fifth-round pick (176th overall) adds depth to the Chiefs’ wide receiver corps. He also brings

Oct 25, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Emmett Johnson (21) runs the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Running back Emmett Johnson counted down the time from when he left high school to his first career carry at Nebraska. And the number stands

Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Cyrus Allen (4) gestures for a first down as Arizona Wildcats linebacker Jabari Mann (11) and Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) react in the third quarter of the NCAA football game at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Nov. 15, 2025.

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With two picks in round 5, the Chiefs take a second-consecutive offensive weapon.

Oct 25, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Emmett Johnson (21) scores a touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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The Chiefs' fifth selection of the draft sees them trade up the board and land their first offensive player.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon defensive back Jadon Canady (DB03) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Chiefs spent Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft adding several talented young players. How good of a job did general manager Brett Veach do?

Jan 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Jadon Canady (22) reacts after an interception by the Ducks against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the second half of the 2025 Orange Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Cornerback Jadon Canady joins the Chiefs as a fourth-round pick (109th overall) out of Oregon and he brings plenty of attributes to admire. T

Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Jadon Canady (22) celebrates after a play during the second quarter against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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To kick off their Day 3 2026 NFL Draft haul, the Chiefs used their opening Saturday pick on Oregon CB Jadon Canady at No. 109 overall.

Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) before a college football game between Tennessee and UAB at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Sept. 20, 2025.

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With four picks at their disposal to close things out, how could the Kansas City Chiefs attack Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft?

Oct 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Former Oklahoma defensive end R Mason Thomas expressed surprise when the Chiefs selected him in the second round (40th overall) of the 2026 N

Oct 19, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) in action during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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With their first pick on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs snagged Oklahoma EDGE R Mason Thomas to boost the pass rush.

Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) reacts after recording a sack during the third quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Chiefs have taken their third consecutive defensive player in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Oklahoma defensive end R Mason Thomas with the No. 40 overall pick.

Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive end Zion Young (9) warms up before the Gator Bowl against the Virginia Cavaliers at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

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With two 2026 NFL Draft picks in the books but only one on the docket for Friday, which prospects could the Chiefs consider?

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs wrapped up Day One of the 2026 NFL Draft by bolstering the defensive side of the ball with two first-round picks. General manager