QB - Kansas City Chiefs
- 6' 1"
- 205 lbs
- Age 24
- LSU
89°- Wk Rank (ECR)
- QB #83
- Proj.
- -
- Matchup (?)
Availability
The Kansas City Chiefs have selected QB Garrett Nussmeier with the No. 249 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Fantasy Impact
The Kansas City Chiefs always make the smart draft pick. Patrick Mahomes is coming off a torn ACL, while Justin Fields has been a wildly inconsistent passer. Garrett Nussmeier was expected to be a mid-round pick. Now, he will likely be Mahomes' backup for the next few years. Nussmeier is worth stashing in deeper dynasty superflex leagues.
LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier underwent tests at the NFL combine that revealed a cyst on his spine.
Fantasy Impact
It is believed to be the root cause of the persistent oblique pain that derailed Nussmeier's 2025 season. He could undergo a minimally invasive procedure and miss just 2-3 weeks while stitches heal. Doctors say there is no short- or long-term risk for Nussmeier.
LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier has had private workouts recently with the Cowboys, Rams, and Jets.
Fantasy Impact
Nussmeier is in the mix to be the third quarterback drafted next week. He is expected to be a day two pick in rounds two or three.
