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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 10, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rashee Rice | WR | KC | 1.11 | 5 |
| 2 | Kenneth Walker | RB | KC | 3.02 | 5 |
| 3 | Patrick Mahomes | QB | KC | 9.01 | 5 |
| 4 | Travis Kelce | TE | KC | 9.09 | 5 |
| 5 | Xavier Worthy | WR | KC | 9.10 | 5 |
| 6 | Harrison Butker | PK | KC | 14.06 | 5 |
| 7 | Cyrus Allen | WR | KC | 14.08 | 5 |
| 8 | Emari Demercado | RB | KC | 14.10 | 5 |
| 9 | Emmett Johnson | RB | KC | 15.04 | 5 |
| 10 | Kansas City Defense | DEF | KC | 15.06 | 5 |
| 11 | Tyquan Thornton | WR | KC | 16.03 | 5 |
Rashee Rice
Rashee Rice's current ADP is 1.11, which is the 11th pick of the 1st round, and 11th selection overall.
Kenneth Walker
Kenneth Walker's current ADP is 3.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 3rd round, and 26th selection overall.
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes's current ADP is 9.01, which is the 1st pick of the 9th round, and 97th selection overall.
Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce's current ADP is 9.09, which is the 9th pick of the 9th round, and 105th selection overall.
Xavier Worthy
Xavier Worthy's current ADP is 9.10, which is the 10th pick of the 9th round, and 105th selection overall.
Harrison Butker
Harrison Butker's current ADP is 14.06, which is the 6th pick of the 14th round, and 161st selection overall.
Cyrus Allen
Cyrus Allen's current ADP is 14.08, which is the 8th pick of the 14th round, and 164th selection overall.
Emari Demercado
Emari Demercado's current ADP is 14.10, which is the 10th pick of the 14th round, and 166th selection overall.
Emmett Johnson
Emmett Johnson's current ADP is 15.04, which is the 4th pick of the 15th round, and 172nd selection overall.
Kansas City Defense
Kansas City Defense's current ADP is 15.06, which is the 6th pick of the 15th round, and 174th selection overall.
Tyquan Thornton
Tyquan Thornton's current ADP is 16.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 16th round, and 182nd 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
Xavier Worthy, Xavier Worthy Returns to Practice Monday
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (shoulder) returned to practice Monday after missing time with a shoulder sprain, according to Matt Derrick. Worthy sat out practice last week while recovering from the injury, making his return a positive step with Kansas City's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams coming Saturday. The third-year receiver is coming off a 2025 season in which he caught 42 passes for 532 yards and one touchdown across 14 games while dealing with multiple injuries. Worthy had also been one of the Chiefs' more productive players during the offseason program before the latest setback. It is not yet clear how much work he handled Monday, so his participation over the next few practices should give a better indication of where he stands.
August 10, 2026 7:59 AM EST
Noah Gray, Noah Gray Waiting His Turn in Kansas City
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Noah Gray remains the second-string tight end, working behind future Hall-of-Famer Travis Kelce. After back-to-back strong seasons in 2024 and 2025, Gray struggled last season, hauling in 21 of 37 targets for 178 yards and no touchdowns. When asked what he's learning from the veteran tight end, Gray said, "I'm privileged to be on the same team as him, to pick his mind, to watch him continue to make great plays; that's just the type of player and dude he is." With Kelce remaining the team's TE1, Gray will need to bounce back to his previous form to have any fantasy relevance in 2026. He remains a late-round dynasty option, with Kelce expected to contemplate retirement after the season.
August 9, 2026 6:58 PM EST
Patrick Mahomes, Kenneth Walker III Labeled as the Difference Maker by Patrick Mahomes
Speaking to the media on Saturday, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said the addition of running back Kenneth Walker III will be the biggest difference-maker in the team's offense in 2026. When asked what will differentiate their struggling 2025 attack from this season's, Mahomes responded, "Number 9. That's all I can say. The ability to catch, run, pass protect, do everything. To make a play from nothing to a 20-yard gain, that's going to be the biggest impact we'll have. I have to find ways to get him the football." Walker signed with the Chiefs this offseason after a Super Bowl MVP season with the Seattle Seahawks. He's currently ranked RB8 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, but it sounds like a 20+ attempt season is in the works for the new Kansas City starting running back.
August 9, 2026 7:40 AM EST
Tyquan Thornton, Tyquan Thornton's Bigger Role May Not Fix His Volume Problem
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is in line for more snaps in 2026, but that alone does not solve the fantasy problem. He caught only 19 of 37 targets last season, although those receptions went for 438 yards and three touchdowns. Thornton did most of that damage early, posting 13 catches for 272 yards and all three scores through Week 5. He managed just six receptions for 166 yards over his final nine appearances. The big-play ability is real. Kansas City credited him with a team-high eight catches of at least 25 yards, and Thornton is still viewed as part of the starting group in three-receiver sets. The volume remains the problem. Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy sit ahead of him for targets when healthy, while Travis Kelce is still a major part of the passing game. RotoBaller ranks Thornton WR113 in its latest published PPR wide receiver rankings. That makes him a reasonable deep-league flier and a better fit for best ball, where one long touchdown can matter more. In ordinary redraft leagues, Thornton needs more targets before he becomes a player fantasy managers can trust.
August 8, 2026 9:55 AM EST
Rashee Rice, Rashee Rice Walks Off with Trainer on Saturday
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (undisclosed) headed to the locker room with a trainer on Saturday. Media members surrounding the Chiefs were unclear about when a possible injury occurred or whether it was routine maintenance. Rice walked off laughing with a trainer, so it doesn't appear to be a significant issue. The fourth-year receiver underwent knee surgery in May to remove loose debris that was causing inflammation and is still working his way back. His production over the past two seasons has been elite, averaging 6.4 receptions on 8.9 targets, with over 70 yards per game and eight touchdowns in 12 games. His current price in fantasy football leagues is high, so managers will need to evaluate his injury status heading into Week 1.
August 8, 2026 7:23 AM EST
