Daniel Jeremiah's mock draft has the Chiefs addressing two positions

NFL Network draft expert Daniel Jeremiah recently released his latest mock draft, featuring many first-round changes since the beginning of free agency. He adjusted the Kansas City Chiefs ' expectations, including adding a second first-round pick after the Trent McDuffie trade. The No.

9 pick will focus on protecting Patrick Mahomes, with Jeremiah eyeing Utah offensive lineman Spencer Fano. "Fano can start immediately at right tackle and eventually kick inside to guard if necessary," wrote Jeremiah, "The Chiefs will have excellent information on him because of Andy Reid's relationship with former Utah head coach (and former BYU teammate) Kyle Whittingham. " The recently acquired No.

29 pick via the Los Angeles Rams has Jeremiah thinking defense with Tennessee defensive back Colton Hood. "The Chiefs land one of the most complete cornerbacks in the draft," said Jeremiah, "Hood can cover and play the run, filling a big void in a secondary that is being rebuilt. " The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in Pittsburgh this year, with many changes still to come ahead of April 23rd.

NFL Network and NFL+ will have live coverage of the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23-25. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Daniel Jeremiah's mock draft has the Chiefs addressing two positions