Chiefs 2027 NFL Mock Draft: A new WR1 leads Kansas City's 10-pick class

Today kicks off a new series of weekly mock drafts that I will be sharing throughout the season for Chiefs fans to see some prospects they may want to keep an eye on. In this series, I will cover a range of scenarios the Chiefs may consider this offseason as they look to reload their dynasty through the rest of the decade.

The draft is still a ways away, but it is never too early to take a look at some targets Chiefs fans should watch for across college football this season. The Kansas City Chiefs are projected to have 10 picks in the 2027 draft class, which looks like one of the better draft classes in recent memory. Kansas City has a lot of ammunition to use in this year's draft; the question now becomes: How will they use it?

Note: Without an official draft order, pick placement is based on current standings

Round 1 - Bryant Wesco Jr., WR, Clemson

One of my favorite receiver prospects in the draft, Wesco is exactly the type of receiver the Chiefs should be looking to add this offseason. At 6 feet 2 inches and 195 pounds, Wesco has a great frame but does not allow that size to slow him down. He has great speed (I would estimate in the low 4.4s) and an exceptional package of releases off the line of scrimmage. Adding Wesco would give Patrick Mahomes a true WR1 for the next five years and could transform the Chiefs' offense for the rest of this decade.

Round 2 - Lance Heard, OT, Kentucky

Despite Kahlil Benson's emergence this season, offensive tackle remains a major need for the Chiefs heading into the offseason. Heard is my favorite tackle in this year's draft, but current models have him going in the mid-to-late Day 2 range. A former 5-star recruit, Heard has all the tools to be a high-quality starting tackle in the NFL. He has exceptional length and has been off to a hot start with Kentucky this season. He would be the perfect pickup for Kansas City, which is looking for long-term stability on the offensive line.

Round 3 - Lawson Luckie, TE, Georgia

With Travis Kelce likely in the last season of his NFL career, tight end will become a major need. Noah Gray is a strong candidate to be cut, and other young TEs Jared Wiley and Jake Briningstool have only shown limited flashes. Luckie is the next man up in a long line of Georgia tight end prospects and has shown some real flashes with Georgia over the last three years.

Round 3 (Rams pick via McDuffie trade) - Robert Fitzgerald, DB, Northwestern

A tackling machine, Fitzgerald feels like a perfect fit for what the Chiefs want on the back end of their defense. At a program like Northwestern, Fitzgerald doesn't get the recognition he deserves, but he's likely a mid-round pick in the draft. After a 114-tackle season in 2025, Fitzgerald has followed it up by averaging over 10 tackles a game this season and would be a contributor for the Chiefs' defense in 2027 and beyond.

Round 4 - Tony Rojas, LB, Penn State

Coming into the 2025 season, Rojas was a major breakout candidate, but after injuries hampered his season, his draft stock took a bit of a plunge. This year, however, he has bounced back well and has looked like an anchor for the Penn State defense. If he lands in Kansas City, he could develop into a major contributor on the defense.

Round 4 (Jaylen Watson comp pick) - AJ Harris, CB, Indiana

Harris is a true cover corner who has great traits and is exactly the type of player the Chiefs love to have in the secondary. Kansas City seems to have its secondary relatively ironed out for the future with Williams and Delane, but Harris provides some depth and potential man-coverage upside as well. Harris can also line up in the slot and could compete with Jadon Canady for the job.

Round 5 - Tre Richardson, WR, Vanderbilt

The Chiefs take a second receiver here, and he is exactly what Kansas City likes to see from its pass-catchers. An undersized player at just 5 feet 10 inches and 175 pounds, Richardson is known for his speed and quickness off the line. He is a deep threat but also has a great ability to generate early separation. He is also from Topeka and attended Hutchinson Community College in Kansas before starting his career at Vanderbilt.

Round 6 - Wayne Knight, RB, UCLA

Knight has been a fast riser who will be interesting to watch when the draft comes around. He is an undersized back who comes in at just 5 feet 7 inches tall but is averaging over 9 yards per carry with UCLA this year. Knight started his career with JMU and followed his coach to UCLA for 2026. He also has punt return experience and could compete with Brashard Smith for two jobs.

Round 7 (Charles Omenihu comp pick) - Mark Nabou Jr., IOL, Texas A&M

Depth on the offensive line is important, and the Chiefs will want to bring in some competition for Hunter Nourzad on the inside. While Nourzad has been trusted to be the backup center for Kansas City, Nabou Jr. will give him a run for his money and could also make the move to guard.

Round 7 (Hollywood Brown comp pick) - Jordan Castell, S, Kentucky

Castell has had an inconsistent start to the year with Kentucky but is a player I think has a lot of upside. He has a big frame and is plenty physical. He can also contribute on special teams for the Chiefs as he develops into a role on the defense.

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