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NFL·HOT_TAKE·June 10, 2026 12:03 AM ET

Chiefs Exploring Trade Options for Tackle Wanya Morris

Kansas City's 2023 third-round pick is reportedly on the block as the team trusts its young depth.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 101 min read
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What happened: The Kansas City Chiefs and offensive tackle Wanya Morris have reportedly agreed to explore trade options ahead of the 2026 season. Morris, a 2023 third-round selection, has fallen to third on the depth chart behind 2025 first-round pick Josh Simmons and veteran Jaylon Moore.

Why it matters: Morris offers significant value as a 'swing tackle' with 16 career starts and a manageable $1.7 million cap hit in the final year of his rookie deal. While Josh Simmons is the future at left tackle, moving a proven depth piece for a projected 5th or 6th-round pick leaves Patrick Mahomes vulnerable if the injury bug strikes the front five.

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