Chiefs Have Rare Top-10 Pick in Upcoming NFL Draft

Kansas City holds two first-round selections, including a top-10 choice.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:22pm

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The Kansas City Chiefs will have two picks in the first round of the upcoming NFL draft, including the ninth overall selection - their highest since 2013 when Andy Reid arrived as head coach.

Why it matters

The Chiefs' ability to land a top-10 pick is unusual, as the team has consistently been one of the league's best in recent years, making the playoffs in 8 of the last 9 seasons. This high draft position gives them an opportunity to add elite talent to an already strong roster.

The details

In addition to the ninth overall pick, the Chiefs also hold the 29th selection in the first round, giving them two chances to land impact players in the opening round. The last time the Chiefs had a top-10 pick was in 2013, when they selected offensive tackle Eric Fisher with the first overall choice.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 24-26.

The players

Andy Reid

The head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, who has led the team to the playoffs in 8 of the last 9 seasons.

Eric Fisher

The offensive tackle selected by the Chiefs with the first overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.

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What they’re saying

“Having two first-round picks, including a top-10 selection, gives us a great opportunity to add elite talent to our roster.”

— Brett Veach, General Manager, Kansas City Chiefs

What’s next

The Chiefs will evaluate prospects and make their selections during the three-day NFL Draft, which begins on April 24.

The takeaway

The Chiefs' rare top-10 pick in the upcoming draft gives them a chance to land a blue-chip prospect that can make an immediate impact on a team that has been one of the NFL's best in recent years.