Did Chiefs QB Garrett Nussmeier's Injury HISTORY Doom His NFL Stock?
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The Locked On Chiefs podcast dives into the implications of the Kansas City Chiefs drafting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in the seventh round, analyzing how his injury history—specifically a spinal cyst discovered before the Senior Bowl—likely caused him to fall in the draft despite his 2024 potential as a top-tier prospect. Hosts Chris Clark and Ryan Tracy debate whether Nussmeier’s medical uncertainty undermines his NFL stock or presents a high-reward opportunity, especially given the Chiefs’ need for a long-term backup to Patrick Mahomes. They highlight the strategic value of giving Nussmeier extensive reps in OTAs and training camp, even if Justin Fields remains the immediate backup, and speculate on his potential role as a future trade asset if he develops. The discussion also touches on Mahomes’ uncertain return timeline and the broader context of the Chiefs’ quarterback depth, emphasizing that Nussmeier’s development could be pivotal for the franchise’s future stability at the position.
Garrett Nussmeier’s 2025 injury history, particularly a spinal cyst, significantly impacted his draft stock despite strong 2024 performance.
The Chiefs may be using Nussmeier as a developmental project, giving him extensive reps to assess long-term potential, even if he doesn’t start immediately.
Justin Fields is expected to be the immediate backup, but Nussmeier’s development could make him a valuable trade asset in 2027–2028.
Patrick Mahomes’ uncertain return timeline means the Chiefs need to maximize quarterback reps early, making Nussmeier’s camp performance critical.
The Chiefs’ decision to cut Jake Hayner signals confidence in Nussmeier’s ability to compete for snaps, even if he’s not the starter.
Introduction and Show Context
The episode opens with a promotional segment for the Everydayer Club and Square, followed by a brief introduction to the podcast and its focus on the Chiefs' latest quarterback draft pick.
Nussmeier’s Draft Fall and Injury History
“That is scary. So I think I feel like the reason that he fell down to the Chiefs and would have fallen out of the draft if it wasn't for the Chiefs was due to the medical period and the unknown that that brings.”
Nussmeier’s Potential and Development Path
“If the Chiefs are going to follow the same plan, they could do the same Garrett Nussmeier and just give him a year to try to fix himself.”
Backup Strategy and Future Outlook
“If he shows anything... Everybody thought in 2024 this kid could be a first-round pick. And the injury and his play stepped back... It's definitely going to be worth the seventh-round pick the Chiefs just gave up.”
“If he shows anything... Everybody thought in 2024 this kid could be a first-round pick. And the injury and his play stepped back... It's definitely going to be worth the seventh-round pick the Chiefs just gave up.”
“That is scary. So I think I feel like the reason that he fell down to the Chiefs and would have fallen out of the draft if it wasn't for the Chiefs was due to the medical period and the unknown that that brings.”
“If the Chiefs are going to follow the same plan, they could do the same Garrett Nussmeier and just give him a year to try to fix himself.”
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