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Armed with two first-round selections, the Chiefs added a pair of defenders on the opening night of this year’s draft. Both of those players are now under contract.

Chiefs Signing First-round DT Peter Woods

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Chiefs are signing first-round DT Peter Woods to a four-year, $18 million fully guaranteed deal. Schefter adds that Woods received the highest up-front percentage of a draft pick signing bonus in the Chiefs first-round history.

Kansas City Chiefs rookie DT Peter Woods is earning the right type of reputation with Steve Spagnuolo and Joe Cullen at OTAs

Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo and Joe Cullen feel that Peter Woods brings a lot to the table. From the way he carries himself off the field to the traits and versatility he brings on the field, he’s earning a good reputation with the coaching staff.

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Clemson Football Adds Late Defensive Piece Through Transfer Portal

Before the Clemson Tigers officially head into the summer, head coach Dabo Swinney added another defensive piece to his 2026 roster through the transfer portal. Texas State defensive lineman Devarrick Woods had committed to the Tigers on Wednesday morning, announcing it on his Instagram.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 29

How Clemson Built Peter Woods Into a First Round NFL Draft Pick

Ever since he stepped foot on Clemson’s campus, Peter Woods wanted to be pushed. Now, the efforts have gotten him to be the Tigers’ 20th first-round pick under head coach Dabo Swinney.

The Maserati Move: Chiefs’ First-Rounder Peter Woods Redefines the Draft Celebration: He Didn’t Pay $200,000 For Maseratis He Gifted His Mom & Sister, They Were Free

ATLANTA — Most NFL draftees celebrate their first-round selection with a jersey and a hat. For Peter Woods, the newly minted defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, the celebration involved a fleet of Italian luxury SUVs and a historic party in the heart of Atlanta.

College Football News / College Sports Only / April 24

Peter Woods’ Family Goes Viral During NFL Draft

Draft moments go viral each and every year, it’s part of the appeal of watching the three-hour broadcast. At defensive tackle Peter Woods’ draft party, it wasn’t the eventual 29th overall pick who went viral.

Here's Who Newest Chiefs Defensive Tackle Peter Woods Has Drawn Comparisons To

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Defensive tackle Peter Woods looks forward to joining the Chiefs and he arrives with lofty comparisons from NFL draft pundits. Try one of the NFL’s all-time best defensive tackles in Aaron Donald, to be specific.

Kansas City Chiefs Select Clemson Defensive Lineman Peter Woods at No. 29 in 2026 NFL Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs added a major piece to their defensive front, selecting Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods with the 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

Grading Chiefs' Peter Woods Pick: Instant Reaction, Fit, Roster Impact

The Kansas City Chiefs brought the theatrics with their first 2026 NFL Draft selection, trading up to add cornerback Mansoor Delane to the roster. Armed with pick No.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 23

Grading the pick: Kansas City Chiefs risk it on a boom or bust defensive lineman who was once projected as a top 10 draft pick

The Kansas City Chiefs are taking the right type of gamble for pick No. 29, selecting Clemson DT Peter Woods after a down year in the ACC. The second pick of the night is in for the Kansas City Chiefs!

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College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 23

How Clemson Tigers Replace Peter Woods After Being Drafted By Kansas City Chiefs

The NFL Draft is fully underway, and Clemson football saw one of its best defensive players hear his name called within the first round on Thursday. Defensive tackle Peter Woods was drafted with the No.

2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Kansas City Chiefs first-round pick Peter Woods

Peter Woods was the No. 29 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday by the Kansas City Chiefs. Now, the former Clemson star’s contract details have been revealed.

Kansas City Chiefs select Peter Woods in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected defensive lineman Peter Woods with the No. 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. He spent three seasons at Clemson, where he amassed 35 appearances and 24 starts.

College Football News / Denver Broncos on SI / April 12

Why Clemson DL Peter Woods Might Be Too Risky for Broncos

Finding Broncos is back, with gusto. Draft season is officially upon us, and we're breaking down the 2026 class with individual scouting reports. Let's talk about Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods.

3 Players Bengals Should Draft at No. 10 Instead of Peter Woods

A recent CBS Sports mock draft sent a clear message about where the Cincinnati Bengals could be headed with the 10th overall pick: defensive line help.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Peter Woods NFL Draft Scouting Report

The 2026 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and we've got you covered with in-depth scouting reports for all of this year's top prospects. Clemson's Peter Woods is one of the top interior defensive line prospects in this year's class, with a rare combination of size and athleticism that gives him unlimited potential at the next level.

Carolina Panthers Cannot Afford to Draft Clemson IDL Peter Woods

The NFL draft is now less than 50 days away, and with the scouting combine still fresh on everyone’s mind, there’s still more and more intel coming out

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / February 6

Peter Woods 2026 NFL draft prospect profile, grades, rank, measurements

Peter Woods is one of the youngest prospects in the 2026 draft class. Clemson's defensive tackle has been a key contributor since his freshman season and will turn 21 in March, just before the draft.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 9

Clemson's awful 2025 shouldn't sink Peter Woods' NFL Draft stock

Listed at 6-foot-3, 315 pounds, Woods has the size NFL teams covet in DTs.

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / September 26, 2025

Clemson DL Peter Woods Takes Accountability of Defensive Slow Start

Across the roster for the Clemson Tigers, there have been a handful of players who are still looking to get going to begin 2025. While defensive lineman Peter Woods continues to be a matchup nightmare for offensive lines, he still isn’t having the star he desired.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2025

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 28, 2025

Clemson's Peter Woods vs. Florida's Caleb Banks: ESPN Debates Best DT Draft Prospect

Heading into the 2025 college football season, it’s no secret that the Clemson Tigers have several players projected to be coveted prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.