Sat Apr 26 16:10:00 UTC 2025: **Chiefs Bolster Roster in 2025 NFL Draft, Add Key Free Agents**
KANSAS CITY, MO – The Kansas City Chiefs made a splash in the 2025 NFL Draft, adding several key players to their roster. Day 2 saw the team select California cornerback Nohl Williams and Louisville defensive end Ashton Gillotte in the third round, and Tennessee defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott in the second round. These selections followed the first-round pick of Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons on Thursday. General Manager Brett Veach and Head Coach Andy Reid both addressed the media following the first-round pick, expressing their excitement about the team’s additions. Sr. Director of Player Personnel Mike Bradway also spoke to the media after Day 2 selections. Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt addressed the media ahead of the draft.
Beyond the draft, the Chiefs significantly strengthened their lineup by signing numerous free agents. These signings include defensive ends Janarius Robinson and Charles Omenihu, safety Mike Edwards, and several key offensive players such as quarterback Gardner Minshew, offensive tackle Jaylon Moore, cornerback Kristian Fulton, running back Elijah Mitchell, and wide receiver Hollywood Brown. The team also saw the return of key players via re-signing, including long snapper James Winchester, defensive tackle Jerry Tillery, linebacker Nick Bolton, running back Kareem Hunt, and wide receiver Hollywood Brown. Several current players, including Patrick Mahomes, Creed Humphrey, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Trent McDuffie, and Andy Reid also addressed the media in the days leading up to and following the draft. The Chiefs appear poised for another strong season.
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