Kansas City, We – April 30, 2025
The Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills have rolled the dice, inviting former Stanford stars Dalton Schultz and Davis Mills to their 2025 mini-camps, sources told ESPN. The moves spark intrigue as both AFC powerhouses hunt for depth in a pivotal offseason.
Schultz, a veteran tight end, joins the Chiefs after a 2024 stint with the Texans, where he hauled in 47 catches for 471 yards and 4 touchdowns, per Pro Football Focus. At 29, he offers a reliable target as Travis Kelce, now 35, faces questions about his longevity following a sub-700-yard season.
The Chiefs, fresh off a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX loss, see Schultz as a potential TE2 to ease Kelce’s workload. His blocking prowess (72.3 PFF grade) bolsters an offense leaning on new tackle Josh Simmons and a revamped ground game with Nick Chubb. Andy Reid’s system could unlock Schultz’s red-zone threat.
Meanwhile, the Bills welcomed Mills, a quarterback seeking redemption after a 2024 backup role with the Texans (1,102 yards, 5 touchdowns, 3 interceptions). At 26, Mills competes for the QB2 spot behind Josh Allen, challenging Mitchell Trubisky in a battle for clipboard duties.
Mills’ Stanford pedigree—4,900 yards and 35 touchdowns in 2020—hints at untapped potential. Buffalo’s high-octane offense, averaging 28.2 points per game in 2024, could benefit from his arm strength if Allen misses time. Bills coach Sean McDermott values Mills’ pocket presence, a contrast to Trubisky’s mobility.
The Chiefs’ gamble on Schultz drew cheers on X, with fans dubbing him “Kelce’s perfect wingman.” Others questioned Mills’ fit in Buffalo, citing his 5-14-1 record as a Texans starter. Both players, undrafted free agents post-rookie deals, face make-or-break camps to secure roster spots.
For the Chiefs, Schultz’s addition fuels an offense with Mahomes, Rashee Rice, and Xavier Worthy, aiming to reclaim AFC supremacy. The Bills, with Stefon Diggs and Dalton Kincaid, see Mills as insurance against injuries, a lesson learned from 2024’s playoff run.
Chiefs Kingdom, your squad is evolving. Dalton Schultz’s arrival could spell a new era, while Davis Mills battles to redefine his career in Buffalo. As mini-camps unfold, these Stanford alums aim to shine in the AFC spotlight.
