Chiefs Target Draft Picks to Strengthen Roster Ahead of 2025 NFL Season

Following their Super Bowl LIX loss, the Kansas City Chiefs are under pressure to address offensive shortcomings, particularly at running back and wide receiver, to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes and reestablish themselves as AFC frontrunners. Several analysts suggest the Chiefs could target key offensive talents in the 2025 NFL Draft, such as running backs TreVeyon Henderson, Omarion Hampton, or Cam Skattebo, each offering potential upgrades to a backfield that struggled last season. There is also speculation about bolstering the offensive line and adding another playmaker at receiver, with prospects like Tre Harris mentioned as possible fits. While free agency moves have added depth—such as re-signing Kareem Hunt, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Marquise Brown—these have not fully addressed lingering concerns about offensive explosiveness. The consensus is that a successful draft, focused on immediate contributors at running back, offensive line, and receiver, is crucial for the Chiefs to remain at the top of the league. Mock drafts diverge on whether the Chiefs should prioritize an offensive lineman or skill position player in the first round, but all agree that multiple roster upgrades are needed.