NFL Mock Draft: Kansas City Chiefs expected to draft Travis Kelce’s potential replacement in early rounds
The Kansas City Chiefs may begin preparing for life after Travis Kelce as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. Mock drafts project Kansas City selecting Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers in the second round. With Kelce entering his 14th season alongside quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the move could allow the Chiefs to develop a future successor while maintaining stability at a crucial offensive position.
The Kansas City Chiefs may begin preparing for life after Travis Kelce as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. Mock drafts project Kansas City selecting Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers in the second round. With Kelce entering his 14th season alongside quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the move could allow the Chiefs to develop a future successor while maintaining stability at a crucial offensive position.
