Chiefs are predicted to select Mississippi DL in the latest USA Today mock draft
Chiefs are predicted to select Mississippi DL in the latest USA Today mock draft
The Kansas City Chiefs could potentially add a long-term starter in the NFL Draft next month as rumors swirl around the league. One of the latest suggestions circulating is from USA Today's Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz regarding their depth on the defensive line.
According to Middlehurst-Schwartz, the Chiefs are a likely destination for former Mississippi standout Walter Nolen with their first-round pick.
"Further investment in the offensive line can't be entirely ruled out here, but trading Joe Thuney to the Bears and ponying up big for Jaylon Moore might wrap up the team's offseason plan of drastic action for its biggest vulnerability." wrote Middlehurst-Schwartz "Dropping Nolen in next to Chris Jones would ensure opponents will have their hands full with the Chiefs' interior line for some time."
Nolen was named First-team Associated Press All-American, First-team All-SEC, and tied for the team lead with 14 tackles for loss. He was a finalist for the Outland Trophy (the nation's top lineman). He started all 13 games in 2024, tallying 48 tackles and 6.5 sacks.
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