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The workouts at the NFL Scouting Combine will start on Thursday afternoon, but there has already been plenty of news coming out of Indianapolis as the world of professional football has gathered.
The Kansas City Chiefs naturally have a sharper focus on the 2026 NFL Draft class compared to prior offseasons in this era. There’s only so much to learn from the information that comes out, but regardless, the Arrowhead Pride staff is gathering all the relevant information about the Chiefs here.
The defensive linemen and linebackers (along with place kickers) spoke to reporters on Wednesday and will be measured on Thursday morning before working on the field of Lucas Oil Stadium for drills and athletic testing. The following position groups will begin the same two-day process in the coming days:
- Defensive backs and tight ends (Media on Thursday, workouts on Friday)
- Running backs, quarterbacks and wide receivers (Media on Friday, workouts on Saturday)
- Offensive linemen (Media on Saturday, workouts on Sunday)
Who’s talking about the Chiefs
We’ll track which draft prospects have mentioned the Chiefs during media availability here:
Friday: Defensive backs and tight ends
- Arizona safety Genesis Smith had a formal meeting with the Chiefs.
- USC safety Bishop Fitzgerald informally met with the Chiefs. He also said his brother is a massive Chiefs fan, and “called them a dynasty straight up.”
- Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy has formally met with the Chiefs. McCoy will not participate in workouts at the Combine, but “plans to do everything at his pro day.”
Thursday: Defensive linemen and linebackers
- Penn State edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton met with the Chiefs, among other teams, but wouldn’t confirm the formality.
- Auburn defensive lineman Keldric Faulk formally met with the Chiefs and pointed out that “two freak athletes (him and Chris Jones) on the defensive line will cause problems for offenses.”
- USC edge rusher Anthony Lucas informally met with the Chiefs.
- Texas A&M edge rusher Cashius Howell — a graduate of Rockhurst High School — mentioned he was a big-time Chiefs and Royals fan growing up.
- Iowa State defensive tackle Domonique Orange — a graduate of North Kansas City High School — has “talked with the Chiefs.”
- Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. on meeting with Chiefs: “I felt like I had a real strong interview.”
- Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey “enjoyed his meeting with the Chiefs.”
- Texas Tech defensive tackle Skyler Gill-Howard “is hoping to meet with the Chiefs this week.”
Notable measurements and workout results
Check back soon for updates!