Grading every pick Kansas City Chiefs made in 2026 NFL Draft

TL;DR

The Kansas City Chiefs made bold moves in the 2026 NFL Draft, including a first-round trade-up and strategic selections to address multiple positional needs. General manager Brett Veach's rookie class is viewed as one of his best yet, despite some picks receiving lower grades.

Key points

Chiefs made bold moves in 2026 NFL Draft
First-round trade-up for top prospects
General manager Brett Veach's best rookie class yet
Focused on multiple positional needs
Not every pick received an A+ grade

2026 NFL DraftKansas City ChiefsMansoor DelaneLSU Tigers

The Kansas City Chiefs weren't afraid to pursue their favorite prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, and general manager Brett Veach may have assembled his most impressive rookie class to date.

From a first-round trade-up to Veach's savvy selection of an exciting running back on Day 3, Kansas City's latest draft class will fill needs at multiple positions for years to come.

But not every pick can receive an A+ grade, and while the Chiefs certainly came away with talented prospects, there were still some lessons for Kansas City's front office to learn.

Take a look at our full breakdown of the Chiefs' haul from the 2026 NFL Draft:

Round 1, Pick No. 6: LSU Tigers DB Mansoor Delane

Mansoor Delane

Delane was the best cornerback in the 2026 NFL Draft class, but his selection cost Kansas City dearly. Veach's trade from the No. 9 to No. 6 selection was a bold move, and Delane will face sky-high expectations next season as a result. The departure of Trent McDuffie in the offseason made cornerback a top need for the Chiefs, and Delane should prove to be worth the investment.

Grade: B+