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The Kansas City Chiefs drafted running back Brashard Smith in the final round of the NFL Draft in a move that could potentially pay off in more ways than one.

The Depth Brashard Smith Provides the Chiefs is Unmatched

The Kansas City Chiefs utilized their 2025 NFL Draft process to add seven new players to add depth and develop into starters shortly. While the offensive line was their primary concern, following the line being exposed in the Super Bowl loss, general manager Brett Veach knew he'd have to add to other rooms as well.

Chiefs Draft Review: Brashard Smith Offers Missing Element

The NFL Draft has been ground zero for the latest stretch of the Kansas City Chiefs' success. A significant chunk of their roster is made up of players who were drafted within the last three to four years, leading the youth movement that has propelled them to three consecutive Super Bowls, including two in a row from 2022.

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What Will Brashard Smith’s Role in the Chiefs’ Offense Be?

The Kansas City Chiefs ended their most recent draft by trading up and selecting running back Brashard Smith from Southern Methodist University. The Chiefs have a plethora of running backs already on their roster, so why draft another?

ESPN’s Louis Riddick: Chiefs’ RB Brashard Smith is an ‘Alvin Kamara clone’

Kansas City’s rookie running back looks like a player who could stick in the NFL. ESPN analyst Louis Riddick is all-in on the Kansas City Chiefs’ rookie running back Brashard Smith.

What Role Will Chiefs' Brashard Smith Have in Rookie Campaign?

The Kansas City Chiefs got a steal in the last round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The Chiefs took running back Brashard Smith in the seventh round, and they traded up to draft him.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Chiefs Cut Veteran Running Back to Make Room for Draft Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs selected SMU running back Brashard Smith with the 228th pick in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft after receiving the pick from the New England Patriots in a trade.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 15

SMU player looks to send strong message to NFL this season

When you’ve got the best quarterback in football, the natural instinct is to lean on him. But even Patrick Mahomes could use a little less weight on his shoulders.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / May 13

Chiefs New RB Most Impactful Non 1st-Round Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs' run game last season was not good at all. In 2025, the Chiefs want to change that. They also want to give their offense a chance to be able to rely on the running backs to give them something, and not just having to throw the ball all the time.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Chiefs Rookie With Unique Juice Predicted for Major Impact

The one thing that NFL teams want their rookies to be is versatile, and for Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith, he's more versatile than most.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / May 11

To Make Chiefs Roster, Rookie RB Needs to Do This

Chiefs rookie running back Brashard Smith reminds some of Isiah Pacheco and others of Jerick McKinnon. But if Smith wants to succeed as an NFL player, Mitch Holthus recommends that Smith learn from Samaje Perine.

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The biggest draft-day trade for every NFL franchise

The draft has been in existence since 1936. Here is every NFL team's biggest trade that occurred on draft weekend.

Chiefs' RB Smith Was Worth Trading Up For in Draft

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Chiefs Rookie Dual-Threat Ability Key To Stealing Roster Spot

Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith is slowly getting his feet underneath him as rookie mini-camp has now concluded. It has been a tough couple of days seeing the 2025 rookie class put through their paces both on the field and in the classroom.

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Chiefs' Brashard Smith on Rookie Minicamp

The Kansas City Chiefs have a new running back in town. Brashard Smith was drafted by the Chiefs in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The value he brings to the Chiefs is much more than just a running back.

SMU Mustangs News / Gridiron Heroics / May 5

'I’m Going To Show Who I Am': Brashard Smith Shrugs Comparisons To Other RBs

Brashard Smith, newest running back for the Kansas City Chiefs, recently spoke to reporters during the rookie camp which was held on Sunday. Smith was asked numerous questions, especially about being compared to other running backs from other teams.

'I could contribute with my skill set for sure' - RB Brashard Smith on how he can make an impact in Chiefs' offense as a rookie

Despite being a seventh-round pick, a lot of eyes will be on rookie running back Brashard Smith during offseason activities. That's because the Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / May 2

Chiefs Seventh-Round Draftee Receives High Praise Post Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs were able to grab several new faces through the 2025 NFL Draft process, all of which obtaining high upside. From the first round to the last, the Chiefs front office once again was able to scout prospects with tremendous talent at the back half of the rounds.

Boise State Broncos News / Yardbarker / April 23

NFL Draft intel: Five under-the-radar prospects to know

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 21

Chicago Bears made major pre-draft impression on underrated running back

It seems like a matter of when, not if, the Chicago Bears take a running back in the 2025 NFL Draft. When they do, it will significantly change the outlook of the team’s draft and entire offense.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / March 25

2025 NFL Draft: 3 Potential Day 3 Picks Who Could Contribute As Rookies

The first round of the NFL Draft always gets the most attention, and it’s deserved. Of the 25 All-Pro selections on offense and defense during the 2024 season, 13 were selected in Round 1.

College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

SMU RB/WR Brashard Smith Visiting Four Teams

SMU RB Brashard Smith told Josh Tolentino at his pro day that he has official visits upcoming with four teams. That list includes the Cowboys, Texans, Vikings and Bears.

SMU Mustangs News / The 33rd Team / March 10

Brashard Smith 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For SMU Mustangs RB

Height: 5092 (verified) Weight: 195lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Duke Johnson SMU Mustangs running back Brashard Smith is a speedy, explosive runner who offers an upside play for NFL teams.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / February 27

2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football: 5 Players Whose Value Could Rise At Combine

The NFL Combine is underway, and there are already plenty of rumblings coming out of Indianapolis. The on-field testing drills are set to begin on Thursday, and this is our chance to see the top players in the 2025 NFL Draft competing against one another.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

2025 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report: Brashard Smith, SMU

Brashard Smith’s first year as a running back resulted in over 1,600 all-purpose yards as a main piece of a wildly successful SMU team. Here is a 2025 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report and film analysis on him.

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / October 7