Chiefs Draft Edge Rusher R Mason Thomas at No. 40

The Kansas City Chiefs selected Oklahoma edge rusher R Mason Thomas with the 40th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Following a first round focused on defensive talent, the Chiefs added Thomas to bolster their pass rush. Thomas, whose first name 'R' is not an abbreviation, brings two seasons of starter-level experience from Oklahoma and is expected to operate as a specialized pass-rushing threat for the Kansas City defense.