Mahomes Rehab Update, Chiefs Draft Needs, League News

0:00It's March 26, I'm Cory with The Story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. Patrick Mahomes is making solid progress in his rehab from a knee injury, with a new video showing him throwing passes again. Chiefs trainers are pleased, and the team expects him back for voluntary off-season workouts, starting in May, even if limited at first. He's been grinding daily with top athletic trainer, Julie Frymeyer, to push through the tough sessions. Meanwhile, Kansas City faces big roster gaps heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, especially at cornerback, wide receiver, ed rusher, defensive line, and linebacker. The secondary lost key starters in free agency, so their prioritizing speed on the line to ease pressure on Mahomes and reliable targets who can win, in crowds. Experts suggest targeting safeties like Bud Clark from TCU, a ball-hawking center fielder, with sharp instincts and range that fits well alongside.

1:01Current backs. On the quarterback front, Justin feels joins as a smart depth move, likely holding the clipboard through the season while developing under Andy Reed. With Mahomes' I for Week 1, other league news includes the Super Bowl, likely returning to Las Vegas's Allegian Stadium in 2029, after hosting last year. The Seahawks shift their opener to Wednesday night due to a Rams 49ers game in Australia, and Rams receiver Puka Nakua denies biting and, anti-semitic claims from a woman, vowing legal action. Draftbuzz continues for the Chiefs at Pick 9, with trade-up ideas to grab top defensive talents early and bolster the defense fast.