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That Football Show 4/14: Why You Shouldn't Believe Everything About the Chiefs' 2026 Draft Plan Apr 14, 2026

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Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin are back for a rare Tuesday edition of That Football Show, and Matt is officially reporting live from "painting hell" after a chaotic week in Connecticut. Before diving into the gridiron, the guys discuss the art of the 2026 "smokescreen," and why a certain New York "superfan" should probably be banned from NFL stadiums.

Once they get down to business, it’s all about the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2026 Draft strategy. With the rumors swirling and the national media hyper-focused on the offensive line, the guys ask the big question: Is the "Right Tackle" talk just one big distraction?

In this episode:

Smokescreen Season: Why you shouldn’t believe everything you hear about the Chiefs' interest at pick #9.

The "Red Flag" Philosophy: Why Brett Veach and the Chiefs front office aren't afraid of controversial prospects like Rueben Bain Jr. if the talent is elite.

Trade-Up Scenarios: Is a jump into the Top 5 for a generational weapon actually on the table?

Draft Board Rumors: Breaking down Daniel Jeremiah’s latest mock draft and what it reveals about KC’s true intentions.

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KC Laboratory 4/13: Chiefs Have New Questions Around This Top Draft Prospect Apr 14, 2026

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Kent Swanson, Matt Lane, and Matt Hamilton react to the reports around Rueben Bain Jr. and other draft related news before diving into mock drafts and specific defensive prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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KCSN Draft Show 4/13: Exclusive Shrine Bowl Interviews with Anthony Lucas, Patrick Payton, Riley Mahlman, and Robert Spears-Jennings Apr 13, 2026

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It's the final episode of our prospect interview series, recorded on-site at the East-West Shrine Bowl in Dallas. With the NFL Draft just a week and a half away, we wrap up our coverage by sitting down with four prospects to discuss their journeys, playing styles, and potential fits at the next level.

Featured Interviews:

Anthony Lucas (DE, USC): A powerful defensive end with a high pedigree, Lucas discusses his transition from Texas A&M to USC and how his background in basketball and baseball shaped his motor and footwork on the field.

Patrick Payton (DE, LSU): The LSU edge rusher breaks down his pass-rush plan and physical traits, including his impressive length and ability to play the run—qualities the hosts note as a strong "Steve Spagnuolo fit."

Riley Mahlman (OT, Wisconsin): Standing at 6'8", the Wisconsin tackle shares insights into his development and the technical aspects of playing on the edge versus kicking inside at the pro level.

Robert Spears-Jennings (S, Oklahoma): The versatile safety talks about his elite speed, his physical playstyle at 205 pounds, and how he can contribute both as a box athlete and a deep protector.

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KCSN Draft Show 4/11: Mike Renner Explains Why This O-Line Draft Class is Deeper Than You Think Apr 11, 2026

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Matt Lane is joined by CBS Sports NFL Draft expert Mike Renner to break down the most intriguing position group in this year's class: the Offensive Line.

They dive deep into why this O-line class is deep but also being one of the hardest to evaluate. Mike explains why he believes the Chiefs should prioritize a top-tier tackle in the first round to ensure the Super Bowl losses of the past never happen again.

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21 Questions 4/10: Is the Best of Patrick Mahomes Still Ahead? Apr 10, 2026

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Craig Stout and His Dirkness answer questions from the KCSN community about football and frivolities ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Want to ask questions? Subscribe to the KCSN Chiefs Newsletter for access to the KCSN Discord.

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That Football Show 4/10: Why the Chiefs’ Three Top-40 Picks Will Define Their 2026 Season Apr 10, 2026

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The 2026 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away, and for the Kansas City Chiefs, the stakes couldn't be higher. With three picks in the top 40, Brett Veach and the front office have a rare opportunity to reload a roster that is at a major crossroads.

Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin break down why this draft is the ultimate "hit or miss" moment for the Chiefs and why the Chiefs can’t afford to be "precious" about draft value this year.

The guys dive deep into:

The Top 40 Mandate: Why hitting on at least two of these early picks is non-negotiable for a 2026 Super Bowl run.

The Mahomes Factor: After a season of "scrubs" at WR and Mahomes working his way back from injury, is it time to finally go all-in on elite playmakers?

Draft "Value" vs. Reality: Why the "draft nerds" on Twitter might be wrong about reaching for the right fit.

Defensive Overhaul: With a mass exodus in the secondary, how will the Chiefs use their capital to fix the defense?

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Only Weird Games 4/9: Changes Are Coming to the Chiefs Offense, But Will They Be Enough? Apr 09, 2026

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Seth Keysor and Nate Taylor break down Nate's reporting on the Chiefs offense and their planned changes for 2026 and discuss if what they are doing is enough.

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KC Laboratory 4/8: Should the Chiefs Trade Up for a Superstar in the 2026 NFL Draft? Apr 09, 2026

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Kent Swanson and Matt Lane break down some potential trade up scenarios and give their thoughts on each as the draft is nearly two weeks away.

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KCSN Draft Show 4/8: Exclusive Shrine Bowl Interviews with Jadon Canady, Cole Wisniewski, Myles Rowser, and DQ Smith Apr 08, 2026

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With the 2026 NFL Draft less than two weeks away, the KC Sports Network draft series continues its deep dive into the defensive back class. In this episode, we sit down with Oregon CB Jadon Canady, Texas Tech safety Cole Wisniewski, Arizona State safety Myles Rowser, and South Carolina safety DQ Smith from the East-West Shrine Bowl in Dallas.

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Only Weird Games 4/7: Scouts Are Split on the 2026 WRs and the Chiefs Are Caught in the Middle Apr 07, 2026

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Nate Taylor, Seth Keysor, and Joshua Brisco turn their focus to the WR room as Rashee Rice doesn't receive a suspension for 2026 and opinions continue to vary about the 2026 WR draft class.

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