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Chiefs' 're-loaded' roster nightmare fuel for AFC
TL;DR
The Kansas City Chiefs revamped their roster after a disappointing 2025 season, ending with a 6-11 record. Key changes include signing Kenneth Walker and drafting corner Mansoor Delane with the No. 6 pick.
Key points
- Chiefs finished 2025 season with a 6-11 record
- General manager Brett Veach made significant roster changes
- Kenneth Walker signed to improve the run game
- Mansoor Delane drafted with the No. 6 pick
- Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson moved on
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The Kansas City Chiefs knew things had to change this offseason after a 2025 season that saw a 6-11 record and no playoffs for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era.
And general manager Brett Veach went to work, moving on from both Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson, and signing Kenneth Walker to revamp the run game. Plus, they made a host of other good signings in free agency to bolster the defense.
Plus, in the draft, the Chiefs took LSU corner Mansoor Delane with the No. 6 pick after trading up from No. 9.
For CBS Sports' Bryan DeArdo, the Chiefs' reloaded roster is a big cause for optimism in 2026.
"The Chiefs got aggressive following their first losing season since 2012," DeArdo wrote. "Kansas City emphatically addressed its running game by signing reigning Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, who was part of a free agent class that includes three other projected starters in defensive end and defensive backs and .
Q&A
What changes did the Kansas City Chiefs make to their roster for the 2026 season?
The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker, moved on from Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson, and drafted corner Mansoor Delane with the No. 6 pick.
Why did the Chiefs decide to revamp their roster this offseason?
The Chiefs aimed to improve after finishing the 2025 season with a 6-11 record and missing the playoffs for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era.
Who is Mansoor Delane and why was he significant for the Chiefs?
Mansoor Delane is a cornerback from LSU who was drafted by the Chiefs with the No. 6 pick, marking a key addition to strengthen their defense.
