LIVE BLOG: Bryce Young taken No. 1 overall, Texans take next two selections

Andy Reid on Felix Anudike-Uzomah: “We love his ability to rush the passer and play the run.”

Says he thinks he’ll be able to help the Chiefs right away. pic.twitter.com/TyCYz4ApPa

— Marleah Campbell (@MarleahKCTV5) April 28, 2023

.@fanudike to the reigning Super Bowl champs 👑 pic.twitter.com/kb5UXFOUm9

— NFL GameDay (@NFLGameDay) April 28, 2023

King of the City 👑@fanudike is staying home#KStateFB ⚒️ @Chiefs pic.twitter.com/C2AJREbi78

— K-State Football (@KStateFB) April 28, 2023

The KC native stays home!

With the 31st pick in the #NFLDraft, we have selected DE @fanudike! pic.twitter.com/5natVU2mnA

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 28, 2023

Kyle Stickles:
- Make-A-Wish Kid
- Jets super fan
- Best pick announcement of the night 👏🏻👏🏻

(Via @TSN_Sports) pic.twitter.com/eRmw5lT6WN

— Stadium (@Stadium) April 28, 2023

Dreams to reality. @breadmanjalen #GoDawgs | #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/jaB8jN07My

— Georgia Football (@GeorgiaFootball) April 28, 2023

The first pick for the @nyjets in the Aaron Rodgers era is Iowa State EDGE Will McDonald! pic.twitter.com/e6TPfU7nPi

— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) April 28, 2023

Day 2 of the #NFLDraft looks great for those headed to Union Station early in the day. But watch out for scattered showers & a few rumbles of thunder to develop by the afternoon. No severe weather is expected at this time. #StormTrack5 #mowx #kcwx pic.twitter.com/eiPTbZc9Fs

— Alena Lee (@AlenaKCTV5) April 28, 2023

Another lockdown corner for that @Seahawks secondary. @DevonWitherspo1

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

Stunner: The #Colts take #Florida QB Anthony Richardson, their new franchise QB at No. 4.

Can Shane Steichen do what he did with Jalen Hurts?

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 28, 2023

With the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 #NFLDraft, the @HoustonTexans select Will Anderson Jr.!@NewEraCap | #WeAreTexans

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

.@CJ7STROUD is H-Town bound ⭐️

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

Before being selected as the No. 1 overall pick, @_bryce_young told @MarleahKCTV5 he attributed much of his success to his parents and support system.

Live Blog: https://t.co/g7850C3QIS pic.twitter.com/9Up9naR2KD

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 28, 2023

Bryce Young is a Carolina Panther.

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

THE CHAMPS ARE HERE.

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

"ALRIGHT, ALRIGHT, ALRIGHT." 🤘 @tkelce is having the time of his life at the #NFLDraft.

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— NFL (@NFL) April 28, 2023

Mahomes and Kelce showing up with the Lombardi is the definition of “ red meat for the base”

— trey wingo (@wingoz) April 28, 2023

Kansas City rolling deep for the #NFLDraft 😯 pic.twitter.com/b64Cy6zLrs

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) April 28, 2023

OUR. CITY.

👏👏👏 https://t.co/EdGjh3U2aj

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

Prior to the NFL Draft, top prospects posed for photos on the Red Carpet at the WWI Memorial. 🕴🤩

https://t.co/qesNJo1aMv

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

Y'all think Kansas City is ready for the @NFLDraft?! 🤯😎 pic.twitter.com/IDuTnlOp8Q

— NFL GameDay (@NFLGameDay) April 27, 2023

Here’s a look at the crowd making its way down to Union Station for pick number 1. It took me about 20 minutes to walk it from the gate. #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/MXe4hqLlka

— Nathan Vickers (@nathanvickers) April 27, 2023

"What a special day for Kansas City."

Chiefs owner Clark Hunt visits with @MarleahKCTV5 at the NFL Draft Red Carpet on the big day finally arriving in Kansas City.

Live Blog: https://t.co/Smw5tnvyi6 pic.twitter.com/0lHeR0P4gv

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

"Sheeeeesh!" @GVOaant is taking it all in 🔥

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— NFL (@NFL) April 27, 2023

"I'm always good to try new things."

Kirk Herbstreit is adding another member to the family in Bijan Robinson 😂 pic.twitter.com/spE6fJ3LhP

— College GameDay (@CollegeGameDay) April 27, 2023

"I'm kind of anxious right now, just waiting for that phone call."@MarleahKCTV5 visits with NFL Draft prospect @ZayFlowers on the NFL Draft Red Carpet at the WWI Memorial.

Live Blog: https://t.co/Smw5tnvyi6 pic.twitter.com/yX1xuBVtGp

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

Huge night for so many @NFLDraft @nflnetwork … excited to watch it all unfold!!! Here’s a peek from my vantage point… Who’s your team picking in round 1? pic.twitter.com/DLre7wh3ff

— Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) April 27, 2023

WATCH: @NealJoneskctv5 catches up with former Chiefs wide receiver Larry Parker, who was at the NFL Draft Experience with his son.

Live Blog: https://t.co/g7850C3QIS pic.twitter.com/AcCLfjZPEh

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

It’s on. #nfldraft pic.twitter.com/8rBB4fBMft

— Dennis Dodd (@dennisdoddcbs) April 27, 2023

Views from this AM. pic.twitter.com/8Yj2TNcrH8

— KC Sports Commission (@SportKC) April 27, 2023

The band is back together: ESPN's @CollegeGameDay is live from the #NFLDraft. @ReceDavis hosts w/ @DesmondHoward @davidpollack47 and @KirkHerbstreit.

This is CGD's 3rd visit all-time to Kansas City - most recently was Nov 24, 2007 for the Missouri-Kansas game at Arrowhead. pic.twitter.com/ZagTj2wtRL

— bill hofheimer (@bhofheimer_espn) April 27, 2023

We see you Kansas City! pic.twitter.com/woLG6uL5zn

— Kansas City (@KansasCity) April 27, 2023

Path to the Draft stage. 👀 (via @espn)

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— NFL (@NFL) April 27, 2023

The @NFL draft is here in KC and the excitement is in the air! If you're in town, don't fumble your chance to explore nearby Overland Park. From touchdown-worthy restaurants to must-see attractions, we've got you covered! 🏈

Check out our top picks at https://t.co/3HjqnDa4mR. pic.twitter.com/b7OnfHmQqn

— City of Overland Park, Kansas (@opcares) April 27, 2023

6 years ago today, #ChiefsKingdom selected Patrick Mahomes. 5 AFC Championship Games and 2 Super Bowl titles later, the 2017 words of Mahomes and Kansas City prove prophetic. A look inside the @KCTV5 vault: pic.twitter.com/uT2p4V1rBE

— Jared Koller (@JaredKCTV5) April 27, 2023

The stage is set. pic.twitter.com/1saeaT2VmD

— Scott Reiss (@ScottKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Hello from the #NFLDraft red carpet!

Still some time before we rock & roll – but what a VIEW. pic.twitter.com/FdrbtvjlXI

— Marleah Campbell (@MarleahKCTV5) April 27, 2023

The line for the Chiefs helmet. There’s a Broncos fan there too (sound up). pic.twitter.com/MP9QTzjzfN

— Nathan Vickers (@nathanvickers) April 27, 2023

Chad Henne making fans happy at Draft Day. pic.twitter.com/4tdrSaQGk5

— Scott Reiss (@ScottKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Another view from inside the #NFLDraft Fan Experience showing some of the food options.

Lots of BBQ smoke filling the air. @KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/hA7j85y6na

— Emily Rittman KCTV5 (@EmilyRittman) April 27, 2023

The Chiefs Fan section is really popular today. It’s a great stop, even if you’re not from KC. pic.twitter.com/iysjjfFNSb

— Nathan Vickers (@nathanvickers) April 27, 2023

2023 NFL DRAFT Kansas City, MO pic.twitter.com/6Rb4yuiW3s

— Scott Marquess (@ScottMarquess) April 27, 2023

Expectations for what the Kansas City Chiefs will do Thursday night during the 2023 NFL Draft’s first round vary greatly. https://t.co/YrnVTleh1J

— KCTV5 News (@KCTV5) April 27, 2023

When in Kansas City...@danorlovsky7, @RGIII, @nfldraftscout & @tyreewilson77 sample @joeskc pic.twitter.com/zpvcx34gIP

— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) April 27, 2023

Couldn’t ask for a better day so far. Even since the AM shows, it’s been a great day! #NFLDraft #KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/97rxgy841L

— Joe Hennessy (@JoeKCTV5) April 27, 2023

KC…you ready? pic.twitter.com/40nPRupAxg

— Nathan Vickers (@nathanvickers) April 27, 2023

Gates are officially open! #NFLDraft @KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/aJdGee6yrC

— Emily Rittman KCTV5 (@EmilyRittman) April 27, 2023

Kansas City is world renowned for our jazz & blues legacy. Jazz in KC was born in the 1920s and continues in clubs & events across the city. 40+ area nightclubs feature jazz on the regular. pic.twitter.com/q5K1CTZkmS

— Kansas City (@KansasCity) April 27, 2023

The gates are OPEN!

So many fans arrived early, they had to OPEN early.

HOW ABOUT THEM CHIEFS! #NFLDraft @KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/wAaHO67YBw

— Nathan Brennan (@NathanKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Happy Draft day, KC! And good morning from the 2023 NFL Draft Green Room! #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/rlCCLd1vdi

— Union Station KC (@UnionStationKC) April 27, 2023

Sports are a big part of Missouri’s heritage, and we’re proud to host the 2023 @NFL Draft.

Excited to welcome fans from across the world to Kansas City. https://t.co/NexeiZ7wB6 pic.twitter.com/elCe7RwzEw

— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) April 27, 2023

Perfect day for the 2023 NFL Draft. pic.twitter.com/Xk1IpPvgmT

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) April 27, 2023

We’re on the clock, Kansas City. ⏰#NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/oQHXLJng5v

— KC Sports Commission (@SportKC) April 27, 2023

HUNDREDS are waiting at the gates to get into the NFL Draft.

Gates officially open at noon CT. #NFLDraft @KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/Xa8qdd0Bzs

— Nathan Brennan (@NathanKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Doors open at noon and it’s packed here already! We saw the first fans lining up as early as 7 a.m.!!! #NFLDraft #KCTV5 pic.twitter.com/cwXXKFkfj5

— Joe Hennessy (@JoeKCTV5) April 27, 2023

It’s a great day for the @nfl draft!

One of many roll calls is underway. We’re going over all the details so that everyone has a safe, fun day. pic.twitter.com/nRps9jB3Yi

— kcpolice (@kcpolice) April 27, 2023

KC welcomes the @NFLDraft … let’s do this !!!! pic.twitter.com/6VKa93tFlj

— Carolyn Long (@CarolynKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Hello Kansas City! Just a few NFL Draft Fans are lined up and ready to enter the #NFLDraft Fan Experience. Live team coverage all day on @KCTV5 noon, 4,5,6 and 10PM

To all visitors … Welcome to KC! #ChiefsKingdom pic.twitter.com/MTP8MbUWh3

— Emily Rittman KCTV5 (@EmilyRittman) April 27, 2023

It's our time, KC. #NFLDrafthttps://t.co/uwJcNuQwfb pic.twitter.com/XHkMFVNLIp

— Visit KC (@VisitKC) April 27, 2023

Six years ago today. We'd say our pick worked out ⏰ pic.twitter.com/ubFD3TVpEt

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 27, 2023

Welcome football fans to @kansascity. The @KCMOFireDept & the KCMO EOC are ready. Staff has been working for the last year to make sure you stay safe & healthy during your visit to the @NFLDraft . @VisitKC @SportKC pic.twitter.com/kfX2LHVBWh

— KCFD (@KCMOFireDept) April 27, 2023

It's #NFLDraft time in Kansas City.
Plan your route and know your options before you go.@VisitKC has your guide to

🚶‍♀️parking and walking (be sure to carpool!)
🚍Using the @kcstreetcar, @RideKCTransit 🚲 @RideKCBike or 🛴 @BirdRide.

Take a look 👉 https://t.co/7UhxAR6oni pic.twitter.com/Ekipjx0S1z

— MARCKCMetro (@MARCKCMetro) April 27, 2023

In the words of one GM, "It's the most unpredictable draft in forever."

Welcome to Draft Day.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 27, 2023

If at first you don’t succeed… @NathanKCTV5
Everything you need to know about heading to the Draft this weekend: https://t.co/gDhv9eijHb pic.twitter.com/hueBogPMGy

— Gabe Swartz (@gabeswartz_) April 27, 2023

THAT is how it’s done.@Chiefs if you’re looking an extra place kicker, you know where to find me. https://t.co/84bCjKVXEB

— Nathan Brennan (@NathanKCTV5) April 27, 2023

Mock Draft 2.0 is here just in time for #NFLDraft2023@PSchrags take it away pic.twitter.com/Xu0MpuRR0E

— Good Morning Football (@gmfb) April 27, 2023

Best player in #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/rNQb9P2kKW

— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) April 27, 2023

We made it. Happy NFL Draft day. @PSchrags and I are kicking things off live from Kansas City on @gmfb @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/rmxqEIcnqL

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) April 27, 2023

See you tomorrow, Chiefs Kingdom 😴 pic.twitter.com/vfRBfwqe97

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 27, 2023