For all of the unpredictability in the initial round or two, it’s even more of a guessing game as the draft ages, which is why Veach’s view of the positional pockets is a bigger hint at their plans than any individual player.

The Chiefs might not be desperate for immediate help at either spot, but I’ve been pretty adamant they should always be looking at cornerback — they draft and develop the position as well as anyone in football. Shoot from your hot spot.

And I do believe that defensive line is an under-the-radar need this offseason, especially in the interior alongside Chris Jones. There’s room for growth.

Nowhere to be found?

We already know the Chiefs aren’t in the quarterback market — not just at the top of the depth chart, but they signed Carson Wentz to serve as Patrick Mahomes’ backup.

But Veach also signaled that there will be some spots the Chiefs are particularly unlikely to target in this draft — either because the relative strength of their own roster or relative weakness of this draft class.

There should probably be something of qualifier here — never say never, perhaps.

But those positions, in addition to QB: linebacker, running back and safety.

I actually think they could use some depth at all three spots, but the thin running back class does provide further explanation for why they brought Clyde Edwards-Helaire back on a one-year deal.

The Chiefs had more depth at linebacker and safety a year ago than they do today, and there’s a good case to make that played a significant role in their success.

Unlikely to come in this year’s draft.

We’ll see how the rest unfolds.

©2024 The Kansas City Star. Visit kansascity.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.