{"id":852293,"date":"2026-04-04T00:20:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T00:20:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/852293\/"},"modified":"2026-04-04T00:20:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T00:20:26","slug":"chiefs-nearly-pulled-off-stunning-trade-before-trent-mcduffie-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/852293\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiefs Nearly Pulled Off Stunning Trade Before Trent McDuffie Deal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Kansas+City%2C+MO&amp;city=Kansas+City&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Chiefs+Nearly+Pulled+Off+Stunning+Trade+Before+Trent+McDuffie+Deal&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fmo%2Fkansas-city%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fchiefs-nearly-pulled-off-stunning-trade-before-trent-mcduffie-deal%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d0566d725e1.jpg\" alt=\"A fractured, geometric painting depicting a football player in motion, with sharp planes of color representing the uniforms of the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>A cubist interpretation of a pivotal trade negotiation that nearly reshaped the Kansas City Chiefs&#8217; defensive lineup.Kansas City Today<\/p>\n<p>The Kansas City Chiefs were reportedly close to making a major trade involving All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie before he ultimately agreed to stay with the team on a restructured contract. McDuffie was initially sent to the Los Angeles Rams, but the deal fell through and he ended up remaining in Kansas City after taking a pay cut.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Chiefs&#8217; defense has been a weak spot in recent seasons, so the potential McDuffie trade would have been a surprising move that could have significantly impacted the team&#8217;s roster and strategy. The fact that he ended up staying in Kansas City after negotiations suggests he wanted to remain with the organization.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>According to reports, the Chiefs were close to trading McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams for the No. 29 overall pick and additional mid-round selections. However, the deal ultimately fell through, and McDuffie agreed to stay in Kansas City on a restructured contract that included a pay cut.<\/p>\n<p>      The potential trade was reported in early April 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Trent McDuffie<\/p>\n<p>An All-Pro cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs.<\/p>\n<p>Kansas City Chiefs<\/p>\n<p>The NFL team based in Kansas City, Missouri.<\/p>\n<p>Los Angeles Rams<\/p>\n<p>The NFL team based in Los Angeles, California.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Kansas+City%2C+MO&amp;city=Kansas+City&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Chiefs+Nearly+Pulled+Off+Stunning+Trade+Before+Trent+McDuffie+Deal&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fmo%2Fkansas-city%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fchiefs-nearly-pulled-off-stunning-trade-before-trent-mcduffie-deal%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a>      <\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>This near-trade highlights the Chiefs&#8217; ongoing efforts to improve their defensive roster, even if it means parting with a talented player like McDuffie. The fact that he ultimately chose to stay in Kansas City suggests the team was able to convince him to remain with the organization.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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