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Chiefs Top Fantasy Players
These are the top fantasy football players of the Kansas City Chiefs as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of August 16, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rashee Rice | WR | KC | 2.02 | 5 |
| 2 | Kenneth Walker | RB | KC | 3.01 | 5 |
| 3 | Patrick Mahomes | QB | KC | 9.03 | 5 |
| 4 | Xavier Worthy | WR | KC | 9.10 | 5 |
| 5 | Travis Kelce | TE | KC | 9.12 | 5 |
| 6 | Cyrus Allen | WR | KC | 14.03 | 5 |
| 7 | Harrison Butker | PK | KC | 14.05 | 5 |
| 8 | Emari Demercado | RB | KC | 14.12 | 5 |
| 9 | Kansas City Defense | DEF | KC | 15.10 | 5 |
Rashee Rice
Rashee Rice's current ADP is 2.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 2nd round, and 13th selection overall.
Kenneth Walker
Kenneth Walker's current ADP is 3.01, which is the 1st pick of the 3rd round, and 24th selection overall.
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes's current ADP is 9.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 9th round, and 99th selection overall.
Xavier Worthy
Xavier Worthy's current ADP is 9.10, which is the 10th pick of the 9th round, and 106th selection overall.
Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce's current ADP is 9.12, which is the 12th pick of the 9th round, and 108th selection overall.
Cyrus Allen
Cyrus Allen's current ADP is 14.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 14th round, and 158th selection overall.
Harrison Butker
Harrison Butker's current ADP is 14.05, which is the 5th pick of the 14th round, and 161st selection overall.
Emari Demercado
Emari Demercado's current ADP is 14.12, which is the 12th pick of the 14th round, and 168th selection overall.
Kansas City Defense
Kansas City Defense's current ADP is 15.10, which is the 10th pick of the 15th round, and 177th selection overall.
Kansas City Chiefs 2025 Schedule
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | Home | Denver Broncos |
| 1 | Away | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 2 | Home | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 3 | Away | New York Giants |
| 4 | Home | Baltimore Ravens |
| 5 | Away | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 6 | Home | Detroit Lions |
| 7 | Home | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 8 | Home | Washington Commanders |
| 9 | Away | Buffalo Bills |
| 11 | Away | Denver Broncos |
| 12 | Home | Indianapolis Colts |
| 13 | Away | Dallas Cowboys |
| 14 | Home | Houston Texans |
| 15 | Home | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 16 | Away | Tennessee Titans |
| 18 | Away | Las Vegas Raiders |
Kansas City Chiefs News
Garrett Nussmeier, Garrett Nussmeier Handles QB1 Duties In First Preseason Game
Kansas City Chiefs rookie quarterback Garrett Nussmeier completed 13 of his 19 pass attempts for 98 yards in the 20-12 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the preseason opener on Saturday. Nussmeier averaged 5.2 yards per completion and took two sacks in the contest. With superstar Patrick Mahomes and the rest of the Chiefs starters sitting out for the first preseason game, Nussmeier and the other Kansas City rookies had the opportunity to take the reins. Nussmeier was selected 249th overall in the seventh round and appears to be the QB behind Mahomes in the pecking order. Nussmeier may get the opportunity to start again next week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if Mahomes remains sidelined, but he should not be viewed as a player to draft for the 2026 season.
Garrett Nussmeier player page.
August 16, 2026 11:10 AM EST
Brashard Smith, Brashard Smith Outshined in Preseason Opener
Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith drew the start in Saturday's preseason opener against the Rams, but in his battle to earn the primary backup role behind Kenneth Walker III, the points in his favor end right about there. Smith carried the ball eight times for 21 yards and brought in both of his targets for an additional 12 yards, but he was outshined by rookie Emmett Johnson, who looked explosive in gaining 59 yards on his 12 carries. Johnson also added three catches for ten yards and ran in a four-yard touchdown that was nullified by a holding penalty. As a rookie in 2025, Smith was unable to carve out a meaningful role in a backfield led by Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco, finishing the year with 323 yards and one touchdown on 79 total opportunities. With a significantly higher talent level in the room for 2026, he could struggle to find regular work and is not likely to make any fantasy impact without a notable injury ahead of him.
August 16, 2026 6:02 AM EST
Emmett Johnson, Emmett Johnson Productive in Pro Debut, Emerging as Potential Stash Candidate
Kansas City Chiefs running back Emmett Johnson was productive during his preseason debut versus the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday. He rushed the ball 12 times for 59 yards and hauled in all three of his targets for 10 additional yards through the air in the loss. Johnson led all running backs in both carries and rushing yards during Saturday's game. Head coach Andy Reid noted after the game that Johnson ran the ball hard and aggressively during this game. The rookie back is currently listed as the RB3, but could make a push for the second-string role. His next chance to impress will come against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on August 22.
August 15, 2026 6:46 PM EST
Cyrus Allen, Cyrus Allen Draws Team-High Targets on Saturday, Continues to See Fantasy Stock Soar
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Cyrus Allen caught two of his five targets for 20 yards during Saturday's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams. It wasn't the greatest statistical performance, but Allen's five targets led the entire Chiefs team, suggesting that he'll be able to carve out a significant role this season. Allen drew the start alongside Jalen Royals and Tyquan Thornton on Saturday, so it seems like those three receivers are competing for the No. 3 role behind Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy. The rookie appears to have an early leg up on the competition, and while there are still two more preseason games to be played, Allen is a quick riser in dynasty fantasy football leagues. The fifth-round pick out of Cincinnati currently ranks as the WR86 in RotoBaller's latest dynasty rankings.
August 15, 2026 5:46 PM EST
Kenneth Walker, Kenneth Walker Could See His Biggest Workload Yet
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker could finally get the kind of workload he never quite had in Seattle. Jesse Newell of The Athletic reports that Walker is primed to be the Chiefs' clear workhorse after spending last season sharing carries with Zach Charbonnet. Walker still topped 1,000 yards, rushing 221 times for 1,027 yards and five touchdowns, but he was on the field for only 46.8% of Seattle's offensive snaps. Charbonnet had 184 carries of his own and saw 50 red-zone rushes to Walker's 31. Kansas City has been showing off another part of Walker's game in camp, too, getting him loose on screens more than once. Patrick Mahomes has been openly excited about what Walker can add, and the Chiefs currently list him first on the depth chart ahead of Emari Demercado and rookie Emmett Johnson. More work near the goal line and in the passing game would make Walker even more interesting after an already efficient 2025 season.
August 13, 2026 11:10 AM EST
