The Kansas City Chiefs continue to fight for a playoff spot during the 2025 NFL season, but as the college football season inches toward its end, fans are increasingly focused on the 2026 NFL Draft and what the future may hold.

A to Z Sports’ Ryan Roberts and Joe DeLeone recently released an updated two-round mock draft, with the order based on current NFL standings. If the season ended tomorrow, the Chiefs would be making their highest draft selection in Round 1 since taking Texas Tech QB Patrick Mahomes with pick No. 10 in the 2017 NFL Draft. With that in mind, who did Roberts and DeLeone choose for Kansas City in the first round? How about Round 2? This mock draft has Chiefs HC Andy Reid’s name all over it.

Chiefs grab dynamic Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq in Round 1

With Travis Kelce inching closer to the end of his illustrious NFL career, it’s hard not to wonder about an eventual replacement. Sadiq can certainly fill that role as he plays a well-rounded game, boasting elite athleticism, hands, run-blocking, and YAC ability. He can align all over the formation as well, making him a bit of a matchup nightmare for teams.

“Sadiq has established himself as the most explosive TE prospect in this class with numerous jaw-dropping highlights. His ability to separate from defenders and willingness to block would elevate the offense. He’ll also provide an eventual replacement for Travis Kelce.” – Joe DeLeone, A to Z Sports, New York

I’m very much in the camp of scouting the player, not the position or helmet, but it’s hard not to recognize that most first-round tight ends selected over the past decade haven’t exactly panned out. It also feels like a bit of a luxury pick for a team that has some serious needs on the defensive line and at running back. At the same time, it’s hard not to get excited for a player averaging 13.2 yards per reception over the past two seasons at Oregon.

Chiefs double-dip on offense with Washington RB Jonah Coleman in Round 2

Coleman is coming off a 1,000-yard season in 2024 as the lead running back for the Huskies. This year, he’s sitting at 131 carries for 645 yards and a career-high 29 receptions for 335 yards. He’s tied for sixth place in the FBS with 13 rushing touchdowns on the season. He also has two receiving touchdowns on the year. He’s one of the most explosive backs in the Big 10 over the past two seasons, with 17% of his runs going for 10 or more yards.

Washington RB Jonah Coleman (#1) looks so much twitchier this season. He continues to check a lot of boxes… has always been incredibly physical. Athletically, he looks awesome this season. pic.twitter.com/88tTJColuV

— Ryan Roberts (@RiseNDraft) October 1, 2025

As far as fit is concerned, Coleman can run the ball out of shotgun and has been effective in the RPO game. He also takes care of the football, which is one of the biggest things that Chiefs HC Andy Reid looks for in a running back.

If Brett Veach misses out on this year’s game-changing running back, Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love, in the first round, Coleman feels like he’s shaping up to be the next player off the board. Michigan’s Justice Haynes is another name to know, but his stock might drop a little bit due to injury.

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo left sitting on his hands

My major criticism of this mock draft is that it doesn’t take any steps to help the defense, which has clearly taken a step back in 2025. The pass rush has been one of the worst in the NFL at generating pressure with four defensive linemen. Knowing that there were a few edge rushers available at pick No. 46 (see above), I probably would’ve waited until Round 3 to address the running back position, targeting Penn State’s Kaytron Allen, Nebraska’s Emmett Johnson, or Notre Dame’s Jadarian Price. The Chiefs need pass-rush help as much as they need running back help, and securing both in the top-100 picks should be the goal unless a substantial investment is made at one position or the other during free agency.