Chiefs Rookie Camp Erupts with Electric Playmaker’s Arrival!

Kansas City, Mo – May 5, 2025

Chiefs Kingdom, get ready to lose your minds: the 2025 rookie minicamp just dropped a bombshell! On a fiery Saturday at the Truman Sports Complex, seventh-round sensation Brashard Smith set the field ablaze, showcasing a skill set that could redefine Kansas City’s offense in a thrilling new era.

The SMU speedster, drafted at No. 215, turned heads with a sideline gem in 7-on-7 drills, his 4.3-second 40-yard dash speed on full display. Smith’s 2024 stats—1,332 rushing yards, 14 touchdowns, and 337 receiving yards—made him a Swiss Army knife, and now he’s here to electrify alongside Isiah Pacheco.

Andy Reid couldn’t hide his grin, watching Smith weave through drills with the finesse of a veteran. “He’s a playmaker with a unique background,” Reid raved, noting Smith’s receiver roots. Chiefs fans exploded on X, one proclaiming: “Smith and Pacheco are about to be unstoppable!”

Smith’s versatility could stretch defenses thin, pairing his sideline speed with Pacheco’s power in a backfield craving dynamism after a 29th-ranked rushing attack (4.0 yards per carry) in 2024. His 1.69 yards per catch—second among college backs—offers Patrick Mahomes a dual-threat weapon in Reid’s creative scheme.

First-round tackle Josh Simmons added to the buzz, defying expectations by joining drills despite his 2024 knee injury. The Ohio State star, picked 32nd overall, posted zero pressures in 152 pass-block snaps pre-injury, per Pro Football Focus, and now aims to shield Mahomes after last season’s 41-sack debacle.

Second-round defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott brought the heat, his explosive bursts a perfect fit for Steve Spagnuolo’s blitz-heavy system. Despite limited snaps at Tennessee (17.3 per game), Norman-Lott soaked up wisdom from Chris Jones, hinting at a disruptive future alongside the veteran.

Undrafted SMU receiver Key’Shawn Smith capped the day with a deep-ball stunner, while third-rounder Ashton Gillotte shared his awe at meeting Travis Kelce. “He’s a legend,” Gillotte beamed, soaking in every tip from the tight end as he eyes a roster spot.

Chiefs Kingdom, your next stars have arrived! Brashard Smith’s electric debut signals a 2025 offensive explosion. As minicamp heats up, these rookies are poised to ignite Kansas City’s Super Bowl dreams!