The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, holding the No. 9 pick and two first-round selections. They are expected to select Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson and an EDGE player to address key team needs.
Key points
Kansas City Chiefs hold the No. 9 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft
Chiefs have two first-round selections
General manager Brett Veach is prioritizing key team needs
Expected first-round pick includes WR Jordyn Tyson from Arizona State
Chiefs will also address secondary needs in later rounds
2026 NFL DraftKansas City ChiefsJordyn Tyson
The Kansas City Chiefs have whittled down the list of their favorite players in the 2026 NFL Draft and will soon be on the clock to make the No. 9 selection in the first round of the Annual Player Selection Meeting later this month.
With a strong pool of prospects to pick from, Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is in an enviable position as Kansas City is set to add two new players in Round 1, in addition to the battery of selections the team has stockpiled between Rounds 2 through 6.
Take a look at this full seven-round Chiefs mock draft, which predicts that Veach will address two of Kansas City's biggest needs in Round 1 before rounding out his secondary with prospects on Day 2 and 3.
Round 1, Pick No. 9: Arizona State Sun Devils WR Jordyn Tyson
Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Arizona Wildcats during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Arizona Wildcats during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Though Tyson isn't expected to be the first wide receiver off the board, his craftiness and athleticism could be uniquely useful for Andy Reid next season. The Chiefs aren't usually keen to lean on rookie contributors, but an athlete of Tyson's caliber should have no problem making a year-one impact for any team that selects him in Round 1.
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) hits Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) hits Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
Thomas is probably a reach here, but Veach could do a lot worse than for the former Sooners pass-rusher. Kansas City can't afford to come away from this draft without beefing up its defensive line, and Thomas is a viable candidate to earn a rotational role early in his career, or thrive in a larger role if injuries force him onto the field in 2026.
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (71) blocks the rush during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (71) blocks the rush during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
The Chiefs won't be content to enter the 2026 season without serious reinforcement to their front-four. Bisontis should be one of the top offensive linemen available here in Round 2, and may be able to push Kingsley Suamataia for playing time at left guard as a rookie.
Round 3, Pick No. 74: Arizona Wildcats DB Treydan Stukes
Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) intercepts the ball against Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jaren Hamilton (16) in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) intercepts the ball against Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jaren Hamilton (16) in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Stukes will need some time to develop, but he has all the tools to become an outstanding defender in Steve Spagnuolo's system. This pick might not help Kansas City win next season, but it could pay huge dividends in the relatively near future.
Round 4, Pick No. 109: Boise State Broncos OL Kage Casey
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Kage Casey (65) of Boise State practices during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Kage Casey (65) of Boise State practices during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
After picking a top guard prospect in Round 2, Andy Reid gets some additional beef for the edges of his offensive line early on Day 3. With three first-team All-Mountain West Conference selections under his belt, Casey joins the Chiefs with a chance to become a key backup early in his career.
Round 5, Pick No. 148: Penn State Nittany Lions RB Kaytron Allen
Nov 22, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions running back Kaytron Allen (13) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images
Nov 22, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions running back Kaytron Allen (13) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images
Brett Veach finally picks a running back to compete for snaps behind Kenneth Walker III. Some fans will want Kansas City to pick a new tailback earlier in this draft, but Allen is exactly the kind of rusher worth waiting for here in Round 5.
Round 5, Pick No. 169: Washington Huskies DB Ephesians Prysock
Oct 10, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies cornerback Ephesians Prysock (7) reacts after a play against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
Oct 10, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies cornerback Ephesians Prysock (7) reacts after a play against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
Prysock is more than just another prospect with a fun name. His game is real, and Kansas City would be exceptionally lucky to land him with its second fifth-round pick.
Round 5, Pick No. 176: Iowa Hawkeyes DB TJ Hall
Dec 31, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back TJ Hall (2) breaks up a pass to Vanderbilt Commodores wide receiver Tre Richardson (6) in the second quarter during the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Dec 31, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back TJ Hall (2) breaks up a pass to Vanderbilt Commodores wide receiver Tre Richardson (6) in the second quarter during the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
With this selection, the Chiefs officially finish flipping their secondary after the mass exodus from Kansas City's defensive backfield in free agency.
Round 6, Pick 210: Kentucky Wildcats DL David Gusta
Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Kentucky defensive lineman David Gusta (DL12) runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Kentucky defensive lineman David Gusta (DL12) runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
It is hard to say what Kansas City might do with this final pick, but it seems logical that it will decide to add some muscle to Steve Spagnuolo's defensive interior. Gusta may be among the best players available, and fills that need.
