Three NFL Draft prospects who stand out as fits for Kansas City.
The Kansas City Chiefs had depth issues at cornerback last season, and despite returning all of their pieces at the position in 2025, there is a need to bolster the ranks, especially in the slot, where Chamarri Conner struggled in 2024 by allowing an 85.5% completion percentage when targeted.
Bringing Kristian Fulton in via free agency went a long way toward solving this problem, but he has past injury concerns, as do several players at the position, including Jaylen Watson and Nazeeh Johnson.
With that said, let’s look at three potential Day 1 contributors who could be available to the Chiefs in the first two days of the NFL Draft.
Azareye’h Thomas, Florida St.
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The 20-year-old former Seminole brings ideal length and footspeed at the position. He is not afraid to get his hands on a guy at the line of scrimmage and bump him off his route. He allowed just a 50.2 passer rating on guys he covered last season. There are some consistency concerns in run defense, but it’s due to a lack of effort; it’s just an area where he needs to continue to improve. Overall, however, he would be a player I could see pushing Watson for reps on the outside immediately.
CB Azareye’h Thomas, FSU
6’1 ½, 197 pound, 32 ⅜ arm length – Young at 20.7 years old – Confident, fluid mover – Body to absorb contact – Excellent Press Jam paired with reactive feet – Disruptive at the line with long arms and strength – Hands and feet work in unison -… pic.twitter.com/Nzht19esre
— The Film Room (@Cover1FilmRoom) April 3, 2025
Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame
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Morrison is working his way back from a hip injury that limited him to just six games in 2024, so medicals are a concern, especially for a team struggling to stay healthy. But if the Chiefs’ medical staff is happy with his progress, he is a guy who could be an excellent value in the second round.
Before his injury, Morrison was projected as a top 20 draft pick due to his ability to play both press and off-ball coverage at the line of scrimmage. His natural ball skills and instincts make him tough to deal with for any receiver at the catch point. He does need to get stronger, but if he does, he could play on the outside or in the slot for you.
Notre Dame CB Benjamin Morrison… I forgot how much I loved his ‘23 tape. Here’s 5 plays vs. OSU ‘23. Step-for step w/ MHJ but gives one up. Then watch how he responds on the rest of game!
Not biggest, nor fastest. But DAMN good football player. Instincts, leverage, ball… pic.twitter.com/oxvBCKxU2S
— Todd McShay (@McShay13) February 24, 2025
Cobee Bryant, Kansas
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Bryant is a familiar name to Kansas fans. He has been a staple in the Kansas secondary for the last three seasons in Lawrence. Much like the Kobe, Bryant brings an intensity and fire to his game and is a fierce competitor, which is probably the only reason he is on this list. It elevates his game and brings an attitude to the secondary that you want on your team.
Despite being a bit of a beanpole, he is fearless and willingly battles with anyone he is lined up against. He is good against the run and does not shy away from contact. Due to his size, he can struggle with pressing guys at the line of scrimmage, but his ability to break on the ball and make a play is top-notch. There is much to like here for a guy who projects as a late Day 2 selection.
I know he’s 170 lbs but Cobee Bryant is one of my favorite players in this class. 11 INTs/16 PBUs/3 FF over the last 3 seasons and the most physical CB in run support that I’ve watched pic.twitter.com/nWVzBC1vg0
— James Foster (@NoFlagsFilm) January 21, 2025
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