The Combine Chaos: Arm Lengths, "Juicy Scoops," and Cap Space
Diving Into the Chiefs' Offseason Strategy After an Unhinged Week in Indy
The latest episode of Only Weird Games on KC Sports Network is a high-octane, sleep-deprived deep dive into the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. Host Josh Brisco, a caffeinated Nate Taylor (straight off the “shortest tour” to Indy), and a characteristically skeptical Seth Keysor break down the rumors swirling around the Kingdom.
From the historical outlier that is Ruben Bain Jr.’s arm length to the “juicy scoop” that the Chiefs might be preparing for life without safety Bryan Cook, the crew navigates the cloudy waters of roster building with a mix of expert analysis and pop-culture-infused wit.
The conversation centers on the high-stakes game of “Cap Space Tetris.” Nate reports that the Chiefs are exploring all avenues to create room for free agency, including the potential restructuring of Chris Jones—a move Seth vehemently opposes due to future dead money risks.
Meanwhile, the prospect of the Chiefs using the #9 overall pick on a running back like Jeremiah Love or a historical outlier like Bane has the hosts debating the “why” behind traditional scouting metrics. If you want to know how the Chiefs plan to weaponize an elite interior offensive line while potentially losing key secondary pieces, this is the “edutainment” you need.
Key Takeaways for the Chiefs Kingdom
The Ruben Bain Dilemma: Bane’s arm length (30 7/8”) is a 0.00001 percentile outlier. While the tape shows a monster, the measuring tape suggests a historical risk for a top-10 pick. *
Safety Shakeup: There is growing buzz that Bryan Cook may have played his last game in KC. With a projected market value of $14 million, he may be too pricey for a team prioritizing a Trent McDuffie extension.
The Chris Jones Cap Gamble: The Chiefs need cap space, but Seth argues against restructuring Jones’s massive hit, preferring to move younger, “foundational” pieces to preserve future flexibility.
The Running Back Market Inefficiency: Nate and Seth are aligned: the Chiefs should target a veteran like Travis Etienne in free agency rather than “betting the house” on a running back at #9 overall. *
The Nightmare Draft Scenario: If the top three receivers and top two edge rushers are gone by pick #8, the Chiefs face a “dark” decision at nine—potentially choosing between safety Caleb Downs or a “Spagzy” edge like Faulk.