Brett Veach Gets Candid on Chiefs’ Decision to Trade Up for Mansoor Delane in NFL Draft

Ana Maria Rus

Getty LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane The Kansas City Chiefs made an aggressive move early in the 2026 NFL Draft, and general manager Brett Veach addressed the decision shortly after the first round concluded. Speaking to reporters, Veach confirmed the team targeted LSU defensive back Mansoor Delane all along, even as speculation suggested Kansas City could prioritize the offensive line. “I thought we did a good job. I think a lot of people thought we might go offensive line there,” Veach said. “