NFL rumors: The Saints threat that forced Chiefs into aggressive draft trade up
The Kansas City Chiefs traded up to No. 6 in the 2026 NFL Draft to select cornerback Mansoor Delane, driven by concerns that the New Orleans Saints would pick him at No. 8. The Chiefs' internal draft simulator suggested New Orleans was a threat to pick Delane despite rumors they might choose a receiver.
The Kansas City Chiefs made a surprise move in the 2026 NFL Draft, trading up to No. 6 to select cornerback Mansoor Delane. The Chiefs' internal draft simulator suggested that either Washington or New Orleans could pick Delane, prompting them to make a trade. They shipped third- and fifth-rounders to Cleveland to move up. The Chiefs had previously traded away cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams and saw Jaylen Watson sign with the Rams in free agency, creating a need for a new cornerback leader. Delane, who transferred to LSU as a senior, was named a Unanimous All-American after defending 11 passes, making 45 tackles, and intercepting two passes. The pressure is now on Delane to make an immediate impact in Kansas City.
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