Chiefs' Draft Pick Bain: Quick Turnaround

0:00The 2026 NFL draft is heating up, and mock drafts show the Kansas City Chiefs grabbing players at the 9th and 29th spots in the first round. After a rough 6-win, 11 loss season, the team needs immediate help, especially on defense with a lost key pieces this off season. Hit coach Andy Reed aims to bounce back to Super Bowl contention after missing it for the first time in four years. The Chiefs rank near the bottom and sacks in quarterback pressure last season, so they're prioritizing a disruptive pass rusher who can step in. Right away. One name popping up for Kansas City is Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Ruben Bain Jr. Despite his 6 foot 2 frame and 30 inch arms, he racked up 83 pressures in college last year, using quick angles and shifting his 2. Get after the quarterback. Bain turn heads at his pro day this week, showing explosive speed in drills and sharp pursuit angles that could translate immediately to the pros. Scouts see him as a potential day one starter, with the smarts to thrive under pro coaching.

1:02That kind of talent could transform the cheese front and spark a quick turnaround, keeping them in the hunt for another title run. This has been Kansas News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.