3. Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
These next two prospects would either need to slide unexpectedly or require the Chiefs to trade up—but sometimes, you have to pay a toll to drive in the fast lane.
Kelvin Banks Jr., a 2024 first-team All-American, is one of the best offensive tackles in the class. A three-year starter at Texas, he showed his grit and grind every Saturday, anchoring the left side with consistency and edge. He’s the kind of lineman who brings his lunch pail and isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty, especially in the run game—an area where the Chiefs could use a serious spark.
Banks thrives in the trenches. He doesn’t just block defenders—he buries them. If Kansas City wants to get more physical up front and stop dancing behind the line of scrimmage, Banks is their guy.
Pass protection remains his unfinished project. His technique can be shaky, and he still struggles to recognize and counter the full toolbox of pass rush moves. But the tools are there, and the upside is obvious.
Banks offers position flexibility and toughness in spades. Whether at tackle or guard, he’ll walk into the NFL as a starter—a plug-and-play mauler with an all-pro upside.
4. Josh Simmons, Ohio State
The other Buckeye tackle, Josh Simmons, is more of a mystery box—but there’s gold in there if the Chiefs are willing to shake it loose.
Simmons burst out of the gates in 2024, showing off a rare blend of size, strength, and athleticism. He's a smooth mover with violent hands and balance to match.
Then came the knee injury in October, a setback that cut his season short and threw a wrench into his draft stock. Now, medicals will be key. Teams must determine whether they’re buying long-term durability or a risky investment.
When healthy, Simmons checks every box. He’s polished in pass protection, solid in the run game, and has the footwork to moonwalk through edge pressure. He’s comfortable on the blindside, and if the Chiefs can wait out his rehab, he could be their long-term answer at left tackle.
Simmons may come with an asterisk, but if the stars align, he could be a late-round gem in disguise.