Kansas City Chiefs' GM Brett Veach has a knack for unearthing promising defensive backs, and his latest acquisition might be the best yet. In a calculated move, the Chiefs traded up to pick Nohl Williams from the California Golden Bears in the 2025 NFL Draft, at No. 85 overall. Williams shone brightly during the East-West Shrine Bowl, impressing scouts like Eric Galko, the Director of Football Ops for the event, who believes Williams could become a plug-and-play starter.

If Galko's predictions hold true, Williams could transform the Chiefs' secondary, allowing Trent McDuffie greater flexibility to shift to the slot. Fans are keenly awaiting Williams’ performance in training camp to see if he can secure a starting role as a rookie, which would further bolster Kansas City’s defense.