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KANSAS CITY, Mo. \u2013 Joe Thuney, Ty Law, Mike Vrabel, Tyquan Thornton and Nick Lowery.<\/p>\n

\"Texans'<\/p>\n

Including those four, dozens of NFL players have worn both Patriots and Chiefs logos on helmets during their playing careers. Sunday\u2019s Super Bowl could feature another.<\/p>\n

Nov 10, 2019; Nashville, TN, USA; Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid (right) and Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel (left) shake hands after their game at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Like the Seahawks, New England has a long list of players scheduled to become unrestricted free agents. And while the Chiefs need to navigate their way out of the NFL\u2019s worst salary-cap situation, Kansas City is expected to be in position to sign at least one big name on the market.<\/p>\n

So, only 29 days before Adam Schefter\u2019s annual night without sleep, here are four free agents from the AFC champion who\u2019d fit well into the Chiefs\u2019 2026 roster.<\/p>\n

Jan 11, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots linebacker K’lavon Chaisson (44) celebrates a sack during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers in an AFC Wild Card Round game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | David Butler II-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

K\u2019Lavon Chaisson, New England edge rusher<\/h2>\n

Steve Spagnuolo cares more about one number than any other: Points allowed. And that\u2019s why he\u2019d love Chaisson in his pass-rush rotation.<\/p>\n

New England allowed the NFL\u2019s fourth-fewest points (18.8 per game), and Chaisson\u2019s breakout season was a big reason. But he\u2019s been humongous in the playoffs.<\/p>\n

Chaisson has three sacks, one forced fumble and a pass defensed in New England\u2019s three postseason games. In turn, New England has allowed just 26 total points in those three games (8.7 per game) \u2013 fewest over a three-game span in one postseason since the 2000 Ravens.<\/p>\n

NFL New England Patriots defensive Khyiris Tonga | Eric Canha-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Khyiris Tonga, New England defensive tackle<\/h2>\n

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Andy Reid made a phone call that helped BYU coach Kalani Sitake turn down Penn State. The Chiefs\u2019 head coach could certainly make a call to help Tonga turn down other suitors.<\/p>\n

Tonga proved his value to the Chiefs and everyone else in the divisional round of the playoffs three weeks ago, New England\u2019s 28-16 win over Houston. With the Texans battling to get back into the game, Tonga sacked C.J. Stroud on third-and-10 to force a fourth-quarter punt with less than five minutes remaining.<\/p>\n

Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) pressures Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) in the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images | Mark Konezny-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But the 6-2, 335-pound tackle was most consistent as a run-stuffer, something the Chiefs could really use both to shut down the ground game and keep Chris Jones from so many double-teams.<\/p>\n

New England in 2025 ranked sixth against the run (101.7 yards per game), a few slots ahead of Kansas City (105.7, 10th).<\/p>\n

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott (55) walks down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The players the Chiefs used for most of the season next to Jones on their interior — Mike Pennel, Jerry Tillery and Derrick Nnadi — are all free agents.<\/p>\n

Omarr Norman-Lott, meanwhile, is expected back at full speed after season-ending ACL injury midway through his rookie season. But Norman-Lott is considered a much better pass-rusher than run-stopper, so Tonga could make a great addition.<\/p>\n

Dec 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New England Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins (21) celebrates an interception against the New York Jets during the first quarter of the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jaylinn Hawkins, New England safety<\/h2>\n

Spagnuolo\u2019s unit in 2025 ranked sixth in points allowed (19.3 per game) and 10th in yards (301.5) but Kansas City a glaring weakness: Takeaways. The Chiefs were tied for No. 26 with only 14 takeaways.<\/p>\n

Hawkins by himself had five in 2025, one fumble recovery and a career-high four interceptions. He also had a career-best 1\u00bd sacks, a combination that should raise Spagnuolo\u2019s eyeballs. Kansas City could lose its best player on the back end, safety Bryan Cook, and Hawkins would be an excellent replacement.<\/p>\n

Oct 26, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins (21) celebrates an interception during the third quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images | Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Patriots\u2019 veteran turns 29 in late August but he\u2019s proven his durability over the past two years, having missed only two games in that time. Hawkins, 6-1 and 208 pounds, has size, speed and, most importantly for a young Kansas City secondary, experience.<\/p>\n

Should Kansas City lose Cook and cornerback Jaylen Watson, the Chiefs would desperately need experience in their coverage units.<\/p>\n

Dec 15, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Vederian Lowe (59) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vederian Lowe, New England tackle<\/h2>\n

Kansas City\u2019s salary-cap situation could force the Chiefs to release both Jawaan Taylor and Jaylon Moore. The Chiefs naturally would have interest in a player like Lowe, who\u2019ll be hard to spot on Super Bowl Sunday.<\/p>\n

Lowe started four games this year after the Patriots selected Will Campbell in the first round, but he had 13 starts for the Patriots last year. He also caught a touchdown pass last season.<\/p>\n

Sep 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor (74) gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Philadelphia Eagles during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If another team doesn\u2019t give Lowe a starting promise, he\u2019d make a great addition to the Chiefs who at the very least could use him as a swing tackle. Four of his 25 career starts have been on the right side.<\/p>\n

And with Josh Simmons expected to fully recover from his season-ending wrist surgery, the Chiefs could use a veteran to compete on the right side if they wind up releasing Taylor. The Chiefs during Patrick Mahomes\u2019 tenure have struggled to find a consistent tandem of offensive tackles. Lowe could help alleviate that issue.<\/p>\n

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