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NFL·BREAKING·June 8, 2026 03:07 PM ET

Chiefs Finalize Contracts for First-Round Picks Mansoor Delane and Peter Woods

Kansas City secures top defensive rookies through 2029.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 81 min read
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What happened: The Kansas City Chiefs finalized contract agreements with both of their first-round picks on Monday, headlined by Mansoor Delane. The LSU cornerback signed his rookie deal alongside defensive tackle Peter Woods, completing the signings for the team's top 2026 selections.

Why it matters: By securing Delane and Woods before the start of mandatory minicamp, the Chiefs ensure their top defensive reinforcements are integrated early for the 2026 title defense. Delane, the No. 6 overall selection, is expected to start immediately in a revamped secondary following the team's aggressive draft-day trade.

By the numbers: No. No. Total 2026 first-round defensive investment: $59.93M.

What to watch: The rookies will report for mandatory minicamp this week as they begin formal preparations for the 2026 season.

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