By FanHub Insider | April 22, 2025
KANSAS CITY, MO — They’ve done it before. And they’re about to do it again.
The Kansas City Chiefs, led by draft magician Brett Veach, have made a habit of turning late-round picks into Super Bowl contributors — see Isiah Pacheco, Trey Smith, Jaylen Watson. And with three 7th-round picks this year, don’t be surprised if they pull off another Day 3 heist in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Here are the underrated names swirling around Arrowhead that could be next in line for greatness.
🛡️ 1. Shaun Dolac – LB, Buffalo
💬 “The MAC Monster.”
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FBS tackle leader, non-stop motor, 5 INTs as a linebacker
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Built for special teams, groomed for bigger roles
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Veach LOVES guys with production and grit
🧨 2. Dont’e Thornton Jr. – WR, Tennessee
💬 “If MVS had a clone — younger, faster, and cheaper.”
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6’4″, blazing 4.3 speed
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Raw route tree but deep-threat upside
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Mahomes + a burner = touchdown party
🧲 3. Tommi Hill – DB, Nebraska
💬 “From WR to INT machine.”
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Former wideout turned ballhawk
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6’0″, 213 lbs., high football IQ
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Versatility to play CB, nickel, or even safety — Spagnuolo’s dream
⚙️ 4. LeQuint Allen – RB, Syracuse
💬 “McKinnon 2.0?”
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Set school record with 64 receptions as RB
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Elite pass protection and 3rd-down value
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Could rotate in as Mahomes’ checkdown weapon
🪨 5. Rylie Mills – DL, Notre Dame
💬 “Freak traits, Veach type.”
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6’5”, 296 lbs., team captain, raw but nasty
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Dominated Shrine Bowl interviews
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Could rotate behind Jones and Wharton
🏗️ 6. Hollin Pierce – OT, Rutgers
💬 “Wingspan like a pterodactyl.”
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6’8”, 341 lbs., basketball footwork
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50+ starts, massive frame
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Perfect late-round project for Andy Heck
🧰 7. J.J. Pegues – FB/IDL, Ole Miss
💬 “Swiss Army knife. Wylie meets Burton meets Nnadi?”
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Played FB, TE, DT
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Chiefs love versatility — this guy defines it
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Imagine him in a red zone gadget package… 🔥
🧠 Built on Day 3
The Chiefs may not pick until late, but with this scouting department? It’s never too late to find stars.
“Day 3 is where dynasties are built,” one draft analyst said. “And KC just keeps doing it better than anyone else.”
