The Kansas City Chiefs made some minor headlines when they selected quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Not because anyone thought the selection might be anything resembling competition to quarterback Patrick Mahomes – if that even needs to be said out loud. But due to the fact that Nussmeier, who at the season’s outset was predicted to be a potential first round draft pick, came within nine selections of going undrafted. It feels like he could put together some notable film against third-team defenses in the preseason.” Koop further argues that keeping Nussmeier on the roster not only gives the Chiefs a solid third choice player, but will help groom the former LSU standout to become Mahomes’ primary backup for the following years to come.