Kansas City moved down one spot from No. 31 to No. 32 and…
Kansas City moved down one spot from No. 31 to No. 32 and added pick No. 164, selecting Josh Simmons at No. 32 while Philadelphia chose Jihaad Campbell at No. 31. Campbell started 10 games and played all 17 as a rookie; Simmons started all eight games he played. Both teams landed first-round contributors, but the Chiefs gained the extra fifth-round asset for almost no movement.
Kansas City Chiefs Received
- pick 2025 1st round pick (32nd overall, Josh Simmons)
- pick 2025 5th round pick (164th overall, subsequently traded; Yahya Black selected at No. 164)
Philadelphia Eagles Received
- pick 2025 1st round pick (31st overall, Jihaad Campbell)
Trade Analysis
What the One-Spot Move Cost
Philadelphia climbed from No. 32 to No. 31 to select linebacker Jihaad Campbell. Kansas City moved back a single position, selected offensive tackle Josh Simmons and also received pick No. 164. The fifth-rounder was later moved in another transaction, so its eventual player should not be counted as direct Chiefs production. Its value here is the additional draft flexibility Kansas City obtained for sliding one spot.
Why Philadelphia Still Did Well
Campbell quickly justified the Eagles' willingness to target him. He appeared in all 17 regular-season games and started 10, contributing across the defense rather than spending his rookie year as a developmental reserve. Philadelphia knew the player it wanted and paid a Day 3 choice to prevent another club from taking him, a defensible price for a first-round prospect who immediately played.
How Kansas City Added Surplus
The Chiefs did not leave the first round. Simmons remained available at No. 32 and started all eight games he played as a rookie, giving Kansas City useful tackle snaps when healthy. Receiving No. 164 on top of the player the Chiefs were comfortable selecting creates the difference. The move preserved first-round talent while adding another transferable asset.
Final Verdict
Kansas City Chiefs Win, narrowly. A B+ reflects landing Simmons and an extra fifth for a one-slot move. Philadelphia earns a B because Campbell's immediate role validates the aggressive selection. This is a good trade for both teams, with the Chiefs winning on the additional asset rather than on an Eagles mistake.