It goes without saying that the Kansas City Chiefs need more production from their defensive line next season.
In 2025, Kansas City’s defense recorded 33 sacks, which ranked 26th in the league. With the No. 9 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Chiefs could be on the outskirts of landing one of the top-tier pass rusher prospects. Texas Tech’s David Bailey , Ohio State’s Arvell Reese, and Miami’s Rueben Bain Jr. are universally viewed as the top-three pass rushers in this year’s class.