Chiefs trade for Josh Ezeudu to enhance offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:04 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs acquired offensive lineman Josh Ezeudu from the New York Giants on August 26, in exchange for a seventh-round pick in 2028. This trade comes as the Chiefs address concerns about their offensive line depth ahead of the final preseason game. Ezeudu, a 26-year-old former third-round pick, has played 33 NFL games but missed last season due to a calf injury. He brings versatility, capable of playing multiple positions on the line, which is crucial for maintaining protection for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs hope this move strengthens their offensive line as they prepare for the regular season.
- •Chiefs trade for Josh Ezeudu from Giants on August 26.
- •Ezeudu acquired for a 2028 seventh-round pick.
- •He has played 33 NFL games and can play multiple line positions.
- •The trade addresses concerns about Kansas City's offensive line depth.
- •Chiefs aim to protect Mahomes ahead of the regular season.
- 8:56 AMYahoo Sports — New York Giants trade Joshua Ezeudu to Chiefs for 2028 draft pick
- 6:04 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs complete NFL trade with Giants to add help for Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce
"The Kansas City Chiefs acquired OL Josh Ezeudu from the New York Giants for a 2028 seventh-round pick before their final preseason game. The Chiefs have had a very real concern about their offensive line all preseason, with a severe lack of depth behind their lead options, Kingsley Suamataia and Trey Smith.
"The New York Giants have traded OL Joshua Ezeudu to the Kansas City Chiefs for a 2028 draft pick.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 8:56 AMNew York Giants trade Joshua Ezeudu to Chiefs for 2028 draft pick
The New York Giants have traded OL Joshua Ezeudu to the Kansas City Chiefs for a 2028 draft pick.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 6:04 AMChiefs complete NFL trade with Giants to add help for Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce
The Kansas City Chiefs acquired OL Josh Ezeudu from the New York Giants for a 2028 seventh-round pick before their final preseason game. The Chiefs have had a very real concern about their offensive line all preseason, with a severe lack of depth behind their lead options, Kingsley Suamataia and Trey Smith.
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