NFL Writer discusses the Kansas City Chiefs' most valuable trade asset

Pro Football Focus Writer John Kosko recently named each team's most valuable trade asset, revealing his belief that the Kansas City Chiefs will get the most in return for their ninth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. "A rare sight in the Mahomes–Andy Reid era: a top-10 pick. After three straight Super Bowl appearances — winning two — the Chiefs missed the playoffs following a season defined by struggles in close games and a season-ending injury to Mahomes," wrote Kosko , "While Mahomes is still capable of taking over games, his down-to-down consistency over the past few seasons hasn't quite matched his earlier standard.

Combined with missed draft picks, trades, and injuries, Kansas City's offensive weapons are not what they were when he first entered the league. " Several prospect names have floated in mock drafts recently, but the potential to add an immediate impact player could be tempting to the Chiefs' front office. "While the ninth overall pick could be used on a high-end wide receiver, the better approach may be to trade down and accumulate additional selections," wrote Kosko , "That would give the Chiefs more opportunities to rebuild depth and restock the offense around their franchise quarterback.

" Chiefs general manager Brett Veach will have options ahead of this month's draft as Kansas City owns two first-round picks after the blockbuster Trent McDuffie trade with the Los Angeles Rams. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: NFL Writer discusses the Kansas City Chiefs' most valuable trade asset