Chiefs SNAG Mansoor Delane, Is He the BIGGEST Draft UPGRADE Yet?
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The Locked on Chiefs podcast breaks down the Kansas City Chiefs' first-round draft pick of Mansoor Delane, analyzing the bold trade-up to select him at No. 6. Hosts Chris Clark and Ryan Tracy emphasize Delane's elite versatility, physical tools, and ability to thrive in the SEC—proving he can handle top-tier competition. They compare him to Trent McDuffie, noting Delane’s superior size and potential as a shutdown outside corner, though with slightly less inside coverage prowess. The duo believes Delane will be a day-one starter, potentially frustrating quarterbacks like Bo Nix early in the season. They also discuss the broader implications for the Chiefs' secondary, with Noel Williams likely starting opposite Delane and Kennedy emerging as a future option. The episode draws parallels to the 2022 McDuffie pick, suggesting this move could be a pivotal step toward sustained Super Bowl contention in 2026.
Mansoor Delane is a versatile, physically gifted corner with elite processing and vision, capable of playing man, zone, and press coverage.
The Chiefs traded a third and fifth-round pick to move up to No. 6, mirroring their 2022 trade for Trent McDuffie—suggesting a strategic pattern.
Delane is expected to be a day-one starter and a key piece in improving the Chiefs' pass defense, especially against tall, physical receivers in the AFC West.
While Delane may not match McDuffie’s inside coverage ability, he’s projected to be a better outside corner with higher upside.
Kennedy, the fourth-round pick, could emerge as a future starter, but his rookie season may be limited by physical readiness after an ACL injury.
Podcast Intro and Club Announcement
Introduction to the Locked on Chiefs podcast and promotion of the Everydayer Club, offering ad-free episodes and exclusive fan access.
The Chiefs' Bold Draft Move: Selecting Mansoor Delane
“They had to do it. They had to trade a third round pick and a fifth round pick to go up to six in the first round to get their corner of the future in their minds and Mansoor Delane.”
Delane's College Performance and Versatility
“He can do it all from press man to bail technique all the way to off pure zone. He can do it all.”
Comparing Delane to Trent McDuffie
“I think he's better on the outside than Trent McDuffie or could be better on the outside than Trent McDuffie was.”
Future of the Chiefs Secondary and Rookie Impact
Discussion on the Chiefs' secondary depth, with Delane as a starter, Noel Williams as the likely second corner, and Kennedy as a potential future contributor.
“They had to do it. They had to trade a third round pick and a fifth round pick to go up to six in the first round to get their corner of the future in their minds and Mansoor Delane.”
“I'm going to call it rookie playoffs. So when you look at this, it's eerily similar... to when they went and drafted Trent McDuffie.”
“He can do it all from press man to bail technique all the way to off pure zone. He can do it all.”
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