KC Jadon Canady
NFL player. Position: DB (Defensive Back). Team: KC.
Quick Facts
- Position: DB (Defensive Back)
- Team: KC (Kansas City Chiefs)
- 2026 Draft: Round 4, Pick 109
- College: Oregon (transferred from Ole Miss)
2026 Outlook
Versatile defensive back from Oregon who finished 2025 with 39 tackles, 2 interceptions, 1 tackle for loss, 6 pass breakups, and 1 forced fumble. Transferred to Oregon from Ole Miss and navigated the competition successfully. Joined Chiefs where Oregon coach Dan Lanning is a team fan. Competing to start immediately at nickel position. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub highlighted Canady's versatility for all four special-teams phases, noting he can play any position on kick return except returner (per Oregon Rookies Get Good and Bad NFL News Before Training Camp).
Role / Depth Chart
Competing for starting role at nickel. Playing all four phases of special teams.
Injury Status
(none reported)
Recent News
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