Chiefs swap picks with Steelers to move up in Round 5, select Oregon LB Jeffrey Bassa

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On Day 3 of the 2025 NFL draft, the Kansas City Chiefs remained active on the trade market, negotiating with the Pittsburgh Steelers to move up to the No. 156 pick in the fifth round.

In exchange for the No. 156 selection, Kansas City sent Pittsburgh pick Nos. 164 and 226 in the fifth and seventh rounds, respectively.

Ultimately, the Chiefs chose Oregon Ducks linebacker Jeffrey Bassa with the No. 156 pick to add a valuable prospect to the middle of their defense.

Kansas City entered the 2025 NFL draft with three selections in the seventh round, so Chiefs general manager Brett Veach still has two picks to play with on Day 3.

Chiefs trade up!

Steelers gave up 156 for the Chiefs' 164 and 226.

— Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) April 26, 2025

While this move isn't likely to be remembered as being particularly consequential for the defending AFC champions, Kansas City's addition of Bassa may be just what the Chiefs need to revitalize their defense next season.

Stay tuned to Steelers Wire to see who Pittsburgh selects with the picks it received from Kansas City in this trade.

This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs made savvy trade with Steelers in Round 5 to pick Oregon LB

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