Summary
Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach expects many trades during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. He says the players' talent levels are very close, which could cause surprises in the draft order.
Key Facts
- Brett Veach predicts the 2026 NFL Draft first round will have many trades.
- Talent among top prospects, especially offensive tackles, defensive ends, and receivers, is very close with no big gaps.
- This draft does not have multiple standout quarterbacks or a dominant player like in past years.
- Teams like the Arizona Cardinals, Tennessee Titans, New York Giants, Cleveland Browns, and Washington Commanders may try to trade down in the draft order.
- The Dallas Cowboys might try to move up to the top picks because they want a specific player.
- The Chiefs have the 9th and 29th picks in the first round; this is their first top-10 pick since selecting Patrick Mahomes in 2017.
- The Chiefs may keep their 9th pick and trade the 29th pick later, focusing on improving positions like edge rusher.
- The first round will start at 8 p.m. EST on April 23, 2026.
