The Kansas City Chiefs‘ offseason has been marked by a period of renewal and fine-tuning as they prepare to compete for another Super Bowl. In their search for key weapons for star quarterback Patrick Mahomes heading into the 2025 NFL season, one player on Andy Reid’s roster has drawn a surprising comparison to New Orleans Saints star Alvin Kamara.
Kamara is one of the most dynamic running backs in the NFL and remains a feared offensive weapon for the Saints. Last year, he signed a big extension that solidified his status as one of the league’s top talents. His explosiveness and field vision are now being linked to a new Chiefs player aiming to develop chemistry with Mahomes.
The potential new key weapon for Mahomes and the Chiefs is none other than versatile receiver Brashard Smith, who was surprisingly selected in the seventh round of the Draft out of SMU. Known for his versatility, Smith transitioned into a running back during his final college season, making a name for himself with his speed. His arrival has sparked a unique comparison.
The surprising comparison between Smith and Kamara
ESPN NFL Live insider Louis Riddick has analyzed the new faces joining the Missouri franchise and said the Chiefs value Smith’s potential. In fact, it was Riddick himself who dared to make a bold comparison between the young Chiefs draft pick and Saints star Kamara.
Alvin Kamara, the running back of the New Orleans Saints
“Keep an eye on Brashard Smith from SMU, who they drafted in the seventh [round]. He is an Alvin Kamara clone, with like 4.3 speed. They have got a lot of things going on right in Kansas City. They may have addressed their issues as good as anybody,” Riddick said.
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It’s been a busy offseason for the Chiefs, who are looking to strengthen their offense following their Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Among the team’s new additions is offensive tackle Jaylon Moore, who signed a two-year, $30 million deal. Additionally, Kansas City brought in backup quarterback Gardner Minshew in an effort to provide stability behind Mahomes.
