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Chiefs select a pro-ready CB in Mansoor Delane
TL;DR
The Chiefs traded up to the sixth pick to select cornerback Mansoor Delane from LSU. Delane is recognized for his pro-ready skills and strong performance in college football.
Key points
- Chiefs traded up to sixth pick with the Browns
- Selected cornerback Mansoor Delane from LSU
- Delane is considered pro-ready with strong college performance
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- **2022 (Virginia Tech):** (8 games played, 4 starts), 38 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, interception, 8 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles, Honorable Mention All-ACC
- **2023 (Virginia Tech):** (13 games played, 13 starts), 54 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, interception, pass breakup
- **2024 (Virginia Tech):** (12 games played, 12 starts), 54 tackles, tackle for loss, 4 interceptions, 7 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles, Third-Team All-ACC
- **2025 (LSU):** (11 games played, 11 starts), 45 tackles, 2 interceptions, 11 pass breakups, First-Team All-American, First-Team All-SEC **What the Chiefs are getting:** Delane is one of the more pro-ready cornerbacks in this draft class. His size does not stand out, but his play demeanor and advanced technique helps him possess one of the higher floors in the class at his position. Delane is a scheme-independent cornerback with hasty click-and-close ability in zone combined with a hammer-mentality at the catch point. He loves to get involved as a run stopper and will maximize his contact on a ball-carrier to create turnover opportunities. As with most successful corners in college who like to inflict their will on the opponent, he’ll have to learn how to clean up some of the grabbiness to ensure he won’t cost his team in pivotal moments. **Strengths**
- Knows how to sync baiting the quarterback in zone with a hairpin trigger to close on pass
Q&A
What are Mansoor Delane's college football stats?
Mansoor Delane recorded 45 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 11 pass breakups in 2025 at LSU, following impressive seasons at Virginia Tech.
Why did the Chiefs trade up to select Mansoor Delane?
The Chiefs aimed to secure a pro-ready cornerback to enhance their defense, believing Delane's skills and technique would be a valuable addition.
What are Mansoor Delane's strengths as a cornerback?
Delane is known for his tackling ability, high football IQ in zone coverage, and effective pass defense, including four career forced fumbles.
