As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for another Super Bowl run in 2025, general manager Brett Veach is quietly eyeing a trio of veteran free agents to bolster the roster. With training camp on the horizon, the Chiefs face critical gaps at guard, nose tackle, and edge rusher—positions where depth and experience could make or break their championship dreams. Enter Brandon Scherff, Raekwon Davis, and Jadeveon Clowney: three former All-Pro or Pro Bowl talents who could be the secret weapons Kansas City needs to keep rivals guessing. Here’s why these savvy signings could be the masterstroke that propels the Chiefs to glory.
Brandon Scherff: The Battle-Tested Guard to Protect Mahomes
The Chiefs’ offensive line is the backbone of their high-octane attack, but left guard remains a glaring question mark. With Super Bowl aspirations on the line, relying on unproven talent like Mike Caliendo—who struggled against elite competition in last year’s playoffs—or rookie Kingsley Suamataia, who’s still adapting to the position, feels like a gamble Kansas City can’t afford.
Enter Brandon Scherff, a 33-year-old former All-Pro guard who’s as reliable as they come. Scherff started all 17 games in each of his last three seasons with Jacksonville, proving his durability and veteran savvy. While he may not be the Pro Bowl force of his Washington days, Scherff’s experience makes him the perfect one-year stopgap to stabilize the line while Suamataia develops.
Why sign Scherff? He’s never played for a true Super Bowl contender, and the chance to block for Patrick Mahomes could entice him to take a team-friendly deal. Instead of trading for a guard, Veach could secure Scherff’s services on the open market, adding a proven protector to keep Mahomes upright and the offense humming.
Raekwon Davis: The Run-Stuffing Giant to Clog the Middle
On the defensive side, the Chiefs’ need for a dominant nose tackle is impossible to ignore. Outside of 34-year-old Mike Pennel, the depth chart is thin, with untested second-year player Fabien Lovett Sr. as the likely backup. That’s a risky proposition for a team aiming to neutralize run-heavy opponents in the playoffs.
Raekwon Davis, a 6-foot-7, 325-pound behemoth, could be the answer. The former Miami Dolphins second-round pick is a run-stuffing specialist, limiting opponents to just 2.0 rushing yards per tackle in 2024 while recording four key defensive stops and zero missed tackles. Davis thrives in the A-Gap and B-Gap, eating up space and freeing up linebackers to make plays.
The only concern is Davis’s health, as he was released by the Indianapolis Colts in March 2025 due to a “non-football illness,” possibly related to past high blood pressure issues. If cleared, the 28-year-old could be a low-risk, high-reward addition, giving Kansas City the anchor they need to fortify their defensive front.
Jadeveon Clowney: The Edge Rusher to Solve KC’s Depth Woes
The Chiefs’ defensive end group—featuring George Karlaftis, Mike Danna, Charles Omenihu, and first-rounder Felix Anudike-Uzomah—looks solid on paper. But with Omenihu coming off a modest two-sack season and questions lingering about Anudike-Uzomah’s readiness for a bigger role, a single injury could expose Kansas City’s lack of depth. Rookie Ashton Gillotte shows promise, but expecting him to step up in a pinch is a tall order.
Jadeveon Clowney, a three-time Pro Bowl edge rusher, could be the insurance policy the Chiefs need. Despite a “down” 2024 season, Clowney still notched 5.5 sacks and 44 quarterback pressures while maintaining his stout run defense. At 32, he’s a situational pass rusher who can disrupt quarterbacks and set the edge, addressing Kansas City’s depth concerns without breaking the bank.
Clowney has been linked to the Chiefs before but has yet to join their ranks despite playing for six NFL teams. In 2023, he signed a one-year, $2.5 million deal with Baltimore after a contract termination. If Veach can secure him at a similar price, Clowney could be the veteran spark that elevates Kansas City’s pass rush to elite status.
Why These Moves Could Be Veach’s Masterplan
The Chiefs don’t need to sign all three players, but targeting even one or two could transform their roster. Scherff shores up the offensive line, Davis strengthens the run defense, and Clowney adds versatility and depth to the pass rush. Each player brings a pedigree of excellence and a hunger to compete for a ring—qualities that align perfectly with Kansas City’s championship culture.
As training camp approaches, Veach’s phone should be buzzing with calls to these veterans’ agents. In a league where depth and experience often decide playoff fates, these under-the-radar signings could be the difference between a good season and a legendary one. Are the Chiefs quietly plotting a roster coup? Rivals, beware—Kansas City might just have an ace up their sleeve.