The spring was marked by several notable trades as the club jockeyed to improve on its 4–11 finish in
1987.
Todd Blackledge was traded to
Pittsburgh on March 29 and 12-year veteran quarterback
Steve DeBerg was acquired from
Tampa Bay on March 31. The Chiefs moved up one spot in the first round of the draft to select defensive end
Neil Smith with the second overall pick.
NFL draft == Personnel ==