With a big loss of talent, Chiefs could experience setbacks in 2019

One of the hottest teams in the NFL last year, the Kansas City Chiefs are in danger of taking a big step in the wrong direction next season. The big picture: The Chiefs lost some key talent in free agency and haven't yet made up for it with their own signings. The draft will be absolutely key to ensuring the talent gap isn’t too great. Who they lost: The Chiefs lost key players on both sides of the ball. Dee Ford (trade with San Francisco), defensive end: Had 13 sacks in 2018. Justin Houston (now with the Colts), defensive end: Had nine sacks in 2018. Mitch Morse (now with Buffalo), center: Full-time starter since 2015. Steven Nelson (now with Pittsburgh), cornerback: Four interceptions in 2018. Demetrius Harris (now with Cleveland), tight end: Three touchdowns in 2018. Chris Conley (now with Jacksonville), wide receiver: Five touchdowns in 2018. Jordan Devey (now with Oakland), guard/center: Appeared in seven games last year. Kareem Hunt (now with Cleveland), running back: Before he was released, had 14 tou

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