The Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive line is now under the spotlight. A recent clip shared by Sleeper NFL on X from The McShay Show has raised fresh concerns about how stable the tackle unit really is heading into the 2026 season.

NFL analyst Steve Muench pointed directly at left tackle Josh Simmons and his injury history.

“You have your left tackle is Josh Simmons, who I loved coming out of Ohio State. Did you miss 17 games, I think, over the last two years?” Muench said. “Or 19 games. He missed nine games, he fell to 31 for concerns about the durability.”

That question shows the main concern. Simmons came into the league as a top talent, but staying on the field has been an issue, with him only featuring in eight games in 2025.

“He was the most talented offensive lineman in last year’s draft class. A lot of good guys,” Muench said. “When he was on the field, he was awesome for the Chiefs

In fact, Simmons' 2025 season earned him a 62.7 PFF grade for his time on the field, playing 500+ snaps and allowing just two sacks.

“He’s missed, I think, 19 games over the last two years,” Muench added. “10 games with a knee injury at Ohio State. Eight games last year. He had a personal issue. He had some injuries.”

That brings the focus back to availability. The Chiefs may have talent, but they cannot ignore how often their players have missed time. With Jawaan Taylor also now with the Atlanta Falcons, the O-line void is hard to ignore.

That makes the situation uncertain on both sides of the line. And with questions around durability and experience, the focus now shifts to what the Chiefs might do next.

Chiefs Could Target Tackle Depth in 2026 NFL Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs could head into the 2026 NFL Draft with a clear focus on fixing their offensive line depth. It’s not just about one weak spot, but the overall stability of the unit that has raised questions over time.

According to Nate Taylor of ESPN, the Kansas City Chiefs still have work to do up front. While Chris Jones and free-agent addition Khyiris Tonga headline the group, depth remains a concern, especially after Omarr Norman-Lott saw his 2025 season cut short by a torn ACL last October.

has also pointed to the bigger picture for the Kansas City Chiefs. While Chris Jones remains elite, the 31-year-old’s usage on the edge at times only highlights the need for reinforcements inside.

Names like Peter Woods, LT Overton, and A'Mauri Washington have been floated as potential additions, signaling a clear push to strengthen the interior moving forward.

The Chiefs do have room to fix things. With nine picks, including the No. 9 overall selection, they are in a good position to add help where it’s needed.

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Anjali Thakur

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Aadesh Dhote