Chiefs to Meet with Top Draft Prospect Rueben Bain

The AFC West team is hosting the Miami edge rusher ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:22pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a football player in mid-pass rush motion, with sharp, overlapping planes of red and gold colors representing the Chiefs' uniform.The Chiefs' meeting with top draft prospect Rueben Bain reflects their desire to find an impact player to help maintain their status as an AFC powerhouse.Kansas City Today

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to meet with Rueben Bain, one of the top edge rushers in the 2026 NFL Draft class, on Thursday. Bain, who had a standout All-America season at the University of Miami in 2025, has also spent time with other teams near the top of the first round, including the Tennessee Titans and Miami Dolphins.

Why it matters

The Chiefs have the 9th overall pick in this year's draft, an unusually high selection for the perennial playoff contenders. Landing the right player at that spot could help them maintain their status as one of the AFC's elite teams for years to come.

The details

Bain, a 3-year starter for the Hurricanes, recorded 15.5 tackles and 9.5 sacks during his All-America campaign in 2025. He finished his college career with 20.5 sacks, establishing himself as one of the top pass-rushing prospects in this year's class.

  • The Chiefs will meet with Rueben Bain on Thursday, April 10, 2026.

The players

Rueben Bain

A top edge rusher prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft, Bain had a standout All-America season at the University of Miami in 2025.

Kansas City Chiefs

An AFC West team that has the 9th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and is looking to land an impact player to help them remain one of the conference's elite teams.

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What they’re saying

“The Chiefs have the ninth overall pick in this month's draft and Bain has spent time with other teams at the top of the first round, including the Titans and the Dolphins.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Media Reporter

What’s next

The Chiefs will look to make their selection at the 9th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, which takes place later this month.

The takeaway

The Chiefs' meeting with Rueben Bain highlights their desire to find an impact player in the draft to help them maintain their status as one of the AFC's top teams. Bain's impressive college production has made him a coveted prospect near the top of the first round.