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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 September 10, 2025.

# Name Pos Team ADP Bye
1 Kenneth Walker III RB KC 4.11 10
2 Xavier Worthy WR KC 5.01 10
3 Patrick Mahomes QB KC 5.04 10
4 Travis Kelce TE KC 6.06 10
5 Rashee Rice WR KC 8.10 10
6 Justin Fields QB KC 10.03 10

Kenneth Walker III

Kenneth Walker III's current ADP is 4.11, which is the 11th pick of the 4th round, and 46th selection overall.

Kenneth Walker III Average Draft Position PPR

Xavier Worthy

Xavier Worthy's current ADP is 5.01, which is the 1st pick of the 5th round, and 49th selection overall.

Xavier Worthy Average Draft Position PPR

Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes's current ADP is 5.04, which is the 4th pick of the 5th round, and 51st selection overall.

Patrick Mahomes Average Draft Position PPR

Travis Kelce

Travis Kelce's current ADP is 6.06, which is the 6th pick of the 6th round, and 65th selection overall.

Travis Kelce Average Draft Position PPR

Rashee Rice

Rashee Rice's current ADP is 8.10, which is the 10th pick of the 8th round, and 94th selection overall.

Rashee Rice Average Draft Position PPR

Justin Fields

Justin Fields's current ADP is 10.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 10th round, and 110th selection overall.

Justin Fields Average Draft Position PPR

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, Chiefs Draft Garrett Nussmeier With 249th Overall Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected LSU quarterback prospect Garrett Nussmeier with the 249th overall pick in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Nussmeier was widely projected as a Day 2 pick throughout the offseason, so to see him still on the board within the final 10 selections was quite surprising. He racked up 4,052 passing yards, 29 passing touchdowns, and 12 interceptions in 2024, but his statistics regressed in 2025 as he was limited to just nine games. In addition to the stats, part of the reason for his late selection was a medical concern that emerged in the pre-draft process, as Nussmeier was diagnosed with a spinal cyst pressing on a nerve. His tumble down the draft board ultimately ends with the Chiefs, who will bring him in as a developmental depth option. Patrick Mahomes II (knee) might not be ready for Week 1, so while Justin Fields is the early favorite to start the season opener, Nussmeier could have a small chance to go in and compete with the former Jets signal caller.

Garrett Nussmeier player page.

April 25, 2026 2:54 PM EST


Cyrus Allen, Chiefs Select Cyrus Allen With 176th Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected Cincinnati wide receiver Cyrus Allen with the 176th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Allen began his collegiate career at Louisiana Tech before transferring to Texas A&M and then to Cincinnati. In his lone season with the Bearcats, he led the team with 49 receptions, 661 yards, and 12 touchdowns. Allen is an undersized slot receiver who wins with quickness, and he was one of the standouts at this year's Senior Bowl. In Kansas City, he joins a receiver room with a lot of overlapping skillsets, which could make it hard for him to find the field in any meaningful way as a rookie.

Cyrus Allen player page.

April 25, 2026 12:10 PM EST


Emmett Johnson, Chiefs Bolster Backfield With Emmett Johnson in the Fifth Round

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected Nebraska running back prospect Emmett Johnson with the 161st overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Johnson was widely regarded as one of the top running backs available on Day 3, mostly because of his ability to join any system and take on an immediate role in the passing game. He had 46 catches, 370 receiving yards, and three receiving touchdowns at school last year, so we wouldn't be surprised if he consistently gets onto the field on third down. There's significant receiving upside here, but Johnson is a proven ball-carrier, too. He led the Big 10 in carries (251) and rushing yards (1,451) last year. With that said, the Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to a large contract this offseason, so Johnson's short-term ceiling on early downs is likely a change-of-pace back. Most of his short-term value will come in PPR leagues, as he might be able to carve out a steady receiving role on third downs.

Emmett Johnson player page.

April 25, 2026 10:59 AM EST


Patrick Mahomes, Patrick Mahomes Present for Start of Team's Offseason Program

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee), who is recovering from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee that he suffered in the Dec. 14 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, was present for the start of the team's offseason program on Monday, according to Dave Skretta of The Associated Press. "So he goes to the meetings. He can lift, do all that. Rehab. That's the phase he's in right now," head coach Andy Reid said. "We'll just see. Kind of play it by ear. See where he's at. He's doing great, but we've just got to be smart with this thing." The goal continues to be for the two-time MVP to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season in early September. We'll continue to monitor Mahomes' progress and how much he's able to do on the field as the team's offseason program progresses. The Chiefs now have Justin Fields as QB insurance in case Mahomes isn't ready for Week 1. Mahomes should still be considered a QB1 in fantasy, but coming off his serious knee injury, he might carry the most risk he has ever had going into an NFL season.

Patrick Mahomes player page.

April 20, 2026 6:54 PM EST


Kenneth Walker III, Kenneth Walker III a Major Dynasty Riser After Offseason Move to Kansas City

The Kansas City Chiefs made one of the biggest moves of the NFL offseason by signing running back Kenneth Walker III to a three-year, $43 million contract in free agency. Walker III recorded 1,309 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 252 touches across 17 games as a member of the Seattle Seahawks in 2025. The 25-year-old did so despite splitting touches with fellow Seahawks back Zach Charbonnet (knee) for the majority of the year. In Kansas City, Walker III profiles as the clear lead back and could easily top 300 touches for the first time in his career if he can stay healthy. The Chiefs' offense could have some struggles in the early going while star quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) makes his way back from knee surgery. Still, Kansas City should put Walker III in a position to rack up consistent fantasy production. In dynasty formats, Walker III profiles as a major riser following his offseason change of scenery.

Kenneth Walker III player page.

April 19, 2026 10:18 AM EST