Garrett Nussmeier can change the Chiefs' roster plans

The Chiefs rarely carry a third quarterback on their 53-man roster.

For the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era, the Kansas City Chiefs selected a quarterback in the draft. They had yet to accomplish that since they traded up for the future Hall of Famer — Mahomes — in 2017.

With only a few picks remaining in the draft, GM Brett Veach selected LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier with the 249th pick. Heading into the season, Nussmeier was considered a round one sleeper for 2026. After an impressive showing in 2024, he elected to return to the Tigers for his senior season. An up and down year — mired with injuries and inconsistencies — saw his stock fall all the way to late day three.

Nussmeier flashes well beyond what you typically see in a seventh-round quarterback, but there are reasons he fell as far as he did. Can his talent be reclaimed? The Chiefs could have a high-quality long-term backup if they can help him find his peak form again.