Chiefs Draft Mansoor Delane, Peter Woods for Defense

0:00The Kansas City Chiefs kicked off the 2026 NFL draft by loading up on defense, snagging two first round picks on day one. They traded up from their ninth spot, sending that pick plus a third rounder at 74th overall and a fifth at 148th to the Cleveland Browns for the 6th overall selection. With it, they grabbed LSU cornerback Mansour Delane, who seen as the top corner in this class. Later, at 29th overall, they added Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods. That move up was all about not taking chances, especially with the New Orleans Saints sitting at afe and needing corner help, bad after losing key. Guys, General Manager Brett Veach said they had Delane rated top five on their board and didn't want to risk Mickey Loom as jumping ahead. Chiefs coach Andy Reed and Veach, both raved about these rookies, saying they're ready to step in day one and compete. This figure Kansas City would go offensive line early to protect Patrick Mahomes, but Veach shut that down, calling Delane their guy from the jump.

1:02Delane brings elite ball skills, speed, size and energy, while the 21-year-old Woods offers Aaron Donald like quickness inside, plus power, athleticism, and past restues. Veach loves his upside and how he fits the trend of versatile interior rushers. With Omar Norman lot back, Chris Jones holding it down, and more picks left over two days, the Chiefs defensive line looks stacked already. But Veach hinted they might keep building depth there too. That's your Kansas News today update, AI powered and always on.