Garrett Nussmeier

Kansas City Chiefs
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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.

Apr. 25, 2026 2:54 PM EST

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