What happened: Kansas City Chiefs first-round pick Peter Woods has reached agreement on a four-year, $18 million fully guaranteed contract, per Adie von Gontard and Ray Haija of YMAPAA Sports. The deal is reported to include the highest upfront percentage of signing bonus of any first-round pick in Chiefs history. The agreement comes as Kansas City finalizes its 2026 rookie class ahead of the upcoming season.

Why it matters: Getting a first-round pick signed before training camp removes any risk of a holdout and lets Woods report on time for offseason work. The fully guaranteed structure and front-loaded bonus reflect the slotted certainty of late first-round rookie deals while signaling the team's commitment to its incoming defensive line. A smooth signing keeps Kansas City's offseason roster-building on schedule.

What to watch: Woods is now expected to participate fully in offseason program and training camp as he competes for a role along the Chiefs' defensive line. Watch for the team to wrap remaining rookie signings ahead of camp.