Chiefs Trade Up for Speedster Delane

0:00On April 24, Kansas City Chiefs just made a bold move in the 2026 NFL draft, trading up to Snag Corner Backman Sword Delane at the 6th, overall pick. They sent their 9th pick, a 3rd rounder at 74th overall, and a 5th rounder at 148th to the Cleveland Browns to get. Him. This 5 foot 1187 pound speedster clocked a 4.38 in the 40 yard dash, bringing serious shutdown. Potential to the 2nd area. Delane's no rookie to big stages, splitting his college ball between 3 years, Avergenia Tech, and a transfer to LSU in 2025. Over 44 games, he racked up 191 tackles with 108 solo, 8 picks, and 27 passes knocked away. Earning first team All-American nods last year. His versatility shines, handling boundary press, man are sliding inside against slot guys. Fans and analysts are buzzing because Delane steps right into a revamped Chiefs defense hungry for playmakers.

1:01He replaces Trent McDuffy, traded to the Rams, plus Jalen Watson, who signed there too, and Joshua Williams, off to the Titans. Delane's hyped about fitting Steve's back NOLO scheme, loving the chance to blitz, run fit, and chase the ball everywhere. He's calling it the perfect grab, especially in a pass-habby Lee, where defense wins titles alongside that stacked offense. Delane joins corners like NOL Williams, Christian Fulton, and others on the roster. He did a ball out in a culture he always dreamed of, versatile. Rolls, rabbit fans, and a winning vibe. With Delane locked in, the Chiefs defense looks prime to evolve, blending youth and fire for another deep run. NFL News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day.