(610 Sports) – This is mock 3.0 some has changed including the first pick. I don’t like to be wishy washy so going still with Christian Watson in the first. I believe edge and receiver are the 2 biggest needs. I do think the Chiefs will be trading and not take all 12 picks. The last time they selected 12 draft picks was 2008. FYI I will have several draft shows on 610 Sports Radio on April 13th and April 21 with live draft coverage for the first round of the draft and Saturday live coverage as well. And then on Monday a draft recap show.
Here are my other Chiefs mocks:
BINK 1.0: https://bit.ly/3LYe3RU
BINK 2.0: https://bit.ly/3xkPCdG
MOCK 3.0:
ARNOLD EBIKETIE EDGE PENN STATE 6’ 250 LBS.
- His motor reminds me of George Karlaftis from Purdue. He transferred from Temple to Penn State. Last year he had 18.5 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks. For his career he had 28.5 tackles for loss and 18.5 sacks. He led the Big 10 in tackles for loss and had multiple field goal blocks. Love his potential in this defense.
Strengths
• Brings all he has into his initial punch off the snap.
• Snakes into gaps to disrupt zone plays.
• Consistently beat the back-side cutoff versus Iowa.
• Good discipline and recognition reading mesh point.
• Skilled rusher with active, accurate hands.
• Subtle, efficient movements help to grease the edge.
• Good job of flattening his angle to the quarterback.
• Possesses inside stab hand to displace over-setting tackles.
• Has some charge in hands for speed-to-power shots.
• Special teams experience, including two blocked kicks in 2021.
ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. also believes that the Penn State pass-rusher could shoot all the way up into the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
"This year, he was unblockable," Kiper said of Ebiketie on First Draft. "He was flying off the edge, highly-productive player, incredibly disruptive and versatile as well. He can play up. He can play down. … If he tests well, he’s a guaranteed first rounder. The Philadelphia Eagles have three picks. They love pass rushers, rotating them in. That could be a good spot for him."
FROM HIS TIME AT THE SENIOR BOWL-THEDRAFTNETWORK: :
ARNOLD EBIKETIE (PENN STATE)
A twitched-up pass-rusher who’s received comparisons to Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge threat Shaq Barrett due to his premier blend of length (34” arms and 82 ⅛” wingspan) and speed, Arnold Ebiketie was fun to watch this week. While he enjoyed his lumps, the pros massively outweighed the cons in all sessions, and he shouldn’t have to wait long to hear his name come off the board in April.
(Round 1) # 30 CHRISTIAN WATSON WR NDSU 6’4” 208 LBS
- The identity of this team is speed and offense and playmakers must be addressed. I am going WR in 1.0 and it doesn’t mean I will change it in 2.0 as free agency makes the rules and they draft a WR in later rounds. Chrisitan ran a blazing 4.36 40 at his size. NDSU is a team that ran the ball twice as much as they threw it and can’t blame him for that. Best FCS receiver to come out since Cooper Kupp. He has the size and physical ability at WR that the Chiefs currently don’t possess. Don’t sleep on him as a kick returner as he had 2 kick off returns for TD’s in 2020 as the only player in FCS to have 2 kcick returns for TD’s. Really improved his draft stock at the Senior Bowl and the combine. He takes great pride in his blocking ability which makes him even more valuable to the Chiefs. If you are looking for a Sammy Watkins replacement this is your guy.
Strengths
• Father played safety in the NFL.
• Very good blend of size, speed and length.
• Touchdown production through air, ground and return game.
• Plays fast from snap to whistle.
• Displays foot quickness for take-off versus press.
• Added some route polish in 2021.
• Leverages defender's hips before cutting the opposite way.
• Maintains acceleration through route stem.
• Effective separation talent in linear route tree.
• Improved hand strength on contested catches in 2021.
From Pro Football network Oliver Hodgkinson:
Speed, size, versatility
Watson’s speed makes him an incredibly versatile NFL Draft prospect. He’s been used in almost every conceivable offensive alignment. Watson has been deployed outside both to the boundary and field, in the slot, and in the backfield. NDSU utilizes him in motion in a multitude of ways. Additionally, he’s a dangerous kick returner.
With the ball in his hands, Watson has many appealing qualities. He possesses an arsenal of skill moves, including hurdles, jukes, and cuts. The NDSU WR is also extremely physical, possessing a nasty stiff-arm to fend off opponents. This physicality is also demonstrated by how difficult he is to bring down. Watson showcases impressive contact balance, rarely being stopped on the first attempt.
Watson's height ranks in the 90th percentile for wide receivers in the NFL while his 40-yard dash finished in the 92d percentile and broad jump in the 98th percentile.
“My size, my speed, my versatility – being able to do it all,” Watson said. “I don’t think there’s a lot of guys that have the same skill set that I have and I’m going to continue to prove that.”
TRADE (SWAP 2NDS WITH JETS, GIVE UP PICKS #50, #94 IN THE 3RD AND 243 IN THE 7TH TO MOVE UP WITH THE JETS AT 38, JETS ALSO PICK AT 35 AND 2 FIRST ROUND PICKS SO I COULD SEE THEM DOING A DEAL)
Round 2 #38 overall-LOGAN HALL DT/DE HOUSTON 6’6” 283
- Versatile defensive lineman that can play all over the line. He can play inside or out 4i/5 or anywhere on the line. He is a rising player that I think would fit nicely with this defense. He plays with a violent, nasty attitude that goes nicely to the type of defense they became last year. I could see him in the rotation right away. I have been going heavy on defense in this draft because I feel this is what they need most. He had 13 tackles for loss and 6 sacks moving all over the defensive line last year. All but one team came and watched the Houston pro day. Stood out at the Senior Bowl this year.
Overview
Hard-working, two-year starter with projectable frame and developmental traits whose best positional fit could be in the eye of the beholder. Hall played defensive tackle in college, but his playing style and physical profile are better suited for defensive end in a 3-4 alignment. He's segmented and a little gradual in his attack, but flashes violent hands and forward charge as an interior rusher. Improvement lies ahead for Hall, but he needs a scheme fit and extended runway as a rotational lineman.
Strengths
• Steadily grew into frame, with more growth likely.
• Good explosiveness off the ball.
• Explodes from hips into blocks at point of attack.
• Can torque, turn and toss opponents.
• Adequate pursuit range in space.
• Uses a fluid spin counter to disengage from run blocks.
• Keeps feet charging forward as a rusher.
• Violent slaps and sliding feet help clear the edge.
• Ability to swim past blockers for a quick win.
• Searches for blocker's edge rather than sitting on a block.
POSITIVES
• Plays light on his feet as a pass-rusher. Effective when combined with sound hand usage.
• Leg drive is impressive. Constantly churning his legs with a nonstop motor and power behind each step.
• Heavy hands. Can jolt offensive linemen off balance with his first punch.
• Bully mentality. Stronger and more violent than his opponents, and makes sure to let them know it.
• Good anchor and ability to control blocks, especially for a sub-300-pounder. Can even get low at the snap and handle double-teams vs the run.
ANALYST'S REPORTS
Marino
- Logan Hall is an ascending talent that combined mental and technical growth in 2021 to produce his best season and vastly improve his overall valuation. Houston plays him all across the defensive line, giving him plenty of chances to play on the edge and interior as both a run defender and pass rusher. Hall features a long, stocky, and well-proportioned frame that is engineered to play defensive line in the NFL. He is an explosive athlete that plays with a motor that is always fully cranked.
(Round 2) #62 TARIQ WOOLEN CB UTEP 6’4 205” LBS
- Blazing 4.26 at the combine. He has played corner for just 2 years as he was a converted receiver. but has incredible size and speed for the position. This could be a home run if he pans out with his physical presence.
Overview
Woolen's draft grade could require altering the tape-to-traits ratio, with his elite traits garnering a higher percentage of the projection than might normally be the case. Woolen has shown growth over his two years at cornerback but he's still raw and needs time to get where he needs to go. He has an exceptionally rare blend of size, length and speed to contest catches on all three levels of the field if a team can develop his technique. A lack of commitment as a run supporter will need to be addressed, though. Woolen's rare measurables and potential to play in a variety of schemes make him worthy of drafting and molding for the long haul.
Strengths
• Improvement likely, as he's played cornerback for just two years.
• Big jump likely if he learns to play with positioning.
• Elite athletic talent with rare length.
• Possesses blazing top-end speed.
• Smooth hips in lateral transitions from his pedal.
• Traits to carry and cover vertical routes.
• Closes distance quickly when behind.
• Eliminates catch space with his length.
(Round 3) # 103 CAM TAYLOR-BRITT CB NEBRASKA 5’11” 196 LBS
- 3 year starter and team captain at Nebraska. Can play safety or corner. Ran a 4.38 at the combine. Getting defensive backs in the best division in football with Russel Wilson added to the division is a good thing.
Strengths
• Three-year starter and team captain.
• Starting experience at cornerback and safety.
• Footwork to slide and adjust to the release.
• Plays with little hesitation or wasted steps.
• Opportunistic and willing to overlap from his zone.
• Stabs and grabs with excellent ball skills.
• Second gear to run down wideouts in recovery mode.
• Play strength to tilt 50/50 balls in his favor.
• Attacks blockers out on the flank.
ANALYST'S REPORTS
Crabbs
- Nebraska cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt is one heck of an impressive player at the cornerback position. The Huskers implemented him in a number of coverages but he was most frequently used in zone coverages to allow his feel for attacking the football and triggering in the run game to shine most. Whether he was playing deep-third, clouded flat assignments, quarters, or even the occasional rep in the middle of the field, Taylor-Britt showcased a starting skill set with his eyes in the backfield. But he was also locked into man coverage on the perimeter and showcased sufficient turn-and-run skills for any team looking to get more man coverage reps out of him on the outside. Taylor-Britt is an impressive athlete for his stature and was once upon a time a high school quarterback; he was a dual-threat passer with 30 total touchdowns in his final season before transitioning to the defensive side of the football upon his arrival in Lincoln. Taylor-Britt is an impressive leader who cut his teeth as a special teams player as a freshman before earning a starting role, which he’s held for three seasons as he served as a team captain in 2021. He’s twice been named Second-Team All-Big-Ten (2020 and 2021) and has flashed big plays in coverage just about every time he stepped foot on the field. I think this is an NFL starter and a scheme-diverse one at that. Taylor-Britt has the ball skills, functional athleticism, and tackling prowess to see the field early on.
Ideal role: Perimeter starting cornerback
(Round 4) # 121 overall TYLER ALLGEIER RB BYU 5’11” 224 LBS
- Powerful running back at BYU as has the physical toughness to go along with the position as he is a converted linebacker. 2020 in 11 games played 1130 yards with 13 td’s and an average of 7.54 per. Then last season was the 3rd leading rusher in the nation with 1601 yards and 23 td’s. But watching his games his competitiveness and physicality just really jumped out. Would do damage on 3rd or 4th and short and at the goal line.
Overview
Well-built, highly productive zone-scheme runner with impressive vision and feel for the job. Allgeier is smooth and instinctive with one-cut talent. He effectively navigates the ebbs and flows of run lane development. He's more agile than twitchy and relies on his ability to quickly process. While he sees it clearly, his pace and burst can be a little hit-or-miss and might allow for NFL defenses to prevent the chunk play. Allgeier is clearly talented as a runner but will need to prove his explosiveness. He offers very little third-down value right now and could be tabbed as a solid backup in a move-based rush attack.
Strengths
• Well-built, reliable and productive.
• Put it in the paint at an impressive rate.
• Had four games with 190-plus rushing yards in 2021.
• Vision to maximize the blocking scheme.
• Excellent feel for inside/outside zone.
• Smooth getting through his reads.
• Innate feel for space and run-lane development.
• Maintains distance from tacklers in space.
• Has the ability to dart into quick, stacked cuts.
• Absorbs contact with adequate balance.
ANALYST'S REPORTSTDN
Tyler Allgeier was a two-way player in high school, playing outside linebacker and running back. He is the all-time leading rusher for Kaiser High School. He grew up in Fontana, California, the same city as BYU’s all-time leading rusher Jamaal Williams. His aggressive and physical running style is reminiscent of a linebacker violently striking a ball-carrier. He is a downhill freight train with a pair of quick wheels to change lanes. Possesses good burst to reach the second and third levels of the defense. While agile for a bigger back, he is not overly elusive. He will not break down defenders or slip tackles in one-on-one situations. Solid pass-catching option, but do not expect a diverse route tree or separation.
(Round 4) # 135 JAYDEN PEEVY DT TEXAS A&M 6’5" 319 LBS
- Big physical defense lineman who I could see on a rotation for the Chiefs defense on the inside. 19 tackles for loss in his career with the Aggies. Known as a nasty and relentless player. “The core of Peevy's game is really about strength and physicality anyway. He's a nasty, relentless player who packs a ton of punch in his upper body. He may not be the craftiest hand fighter right now, but he brings enough power and length that he makes it work. Peevy rarely has issues controlling blocks with his strength. Likewise, he anchors exceptionally well when he keeps his feet with him. He can hunker down and hold his ground against double-teams when need be. Peevy's power bleeds into his pass-rushing reps” as well. He brings great leg drive and will be an effective pocket pusher at the next level.
Overview
Two-year starter with size, length and power at the point of attack to create some excitement from evaluators heavily into traits. Peevy flashed against both average and above-average competition while at Texas A&M, but looked heavier and a shade slower in 2021. When working with proper footwork and hand quickness, he offers glimpses of dominance in jolting blockers and muddying run lanes, but his technique and performance can be a little undisciplined at times. It's easy to project him as a backup nose for odd or even fronts but he has upside and could offer additional position versatility.
Strengths
• Outstanding size and length.
• Gets off the ball under opponent's pads.
• Fires his hands looking for heavy impact.
• Offers lane clogging playing style and demeanor.
• Power to disrupt through an edge and into the backfield.
• Burly bottom half and long arms are made for two-gapping.
• Tools and traits for consideration in odd or even fronts.
• Quick hands create quick win opportunities.
• Intriguing rush flashes in 2020 tape.
***4 picks in 7th round
Chiefs Picks in 7th round going back to 2010—These are dart throw picks but you can throw a dart and not have to wait in the UDFA process of recruiting.
- Thakarius “BoPete” Keyes CB- 2020
- Nick Allegretti G- 2019
- Da’Ron Brown WR- 2015
- Mike Catapano DE- 2013
- Jerome Long DT- 2012
- Junior Hemingway WR- 2012
- Shane Bannon 2 RB- 2011
(Round 7) # 233 overall LECITUS SMITH G VIRGINIA TECH-6’3” 314 LBS
- 3 year starter who really could benefit from Andy Heck’s coaching. Haven’t gone offensive line in this mock. No starters needed but depth would be nice. He was invited and accepted a Senior Bowl invitation this year. There is also a chance he goes in the 6th round as well.
Strengths
• Wide waist with thickly muscled arms.
• Quick feet to carry him on stretch plays.
• Direct climbs to second level have adequate pacing.
• Good composure protecting the pocket.
• Rips his punch into the defender's chest.
• Extends and locks out his punch with balanced base.
• Athletic and bendy to anchor and handle counters.
• Hard inside step to squeeze his A-gap in pass pro.
(Round 7) #251 MIKE ROSE OLB IOWA STATE 6’4" 245 LBS
- Mike had a shoulder injury and didn’t participate in the Senior Bowl. Had 12 tackles for loss his final year at Iowa State and 3 sacks. 41 tackles for loss in his 4 years with the Cyclones.
Overview
Sam linebacker with quality play strength and a fight-it-out demeanor. Rose is much better in the box, where he can scrape downhill and attack the blocking scheme. He's more than capable of playing off blocks and disrupting downhill rushing attacks, but his success rate suffers greatly when forced to cover more ground and make open-field tackles. He's a physical blitzer on passing downs but will be a liability in coverage. Rose has a chance to become a backup 4-3 Sam or 3-4 inside linebacker but his lack of pursuit speed could hinder his upward mobility.
Strengths
• Quick recognition of play design.
• Races downhill to disrupt blocking schemes.
• Plays with a stout base and is hard to knock off balance.
• Upper-body power to pop and play off the block.
• Makes the most of strength and length to disengage and pursue.
• Rallies hard to the football.
• Soft hands grabbed five interceptions in 2020.
• Physical blitzer with talent for pressuring the pocket.
(ROUND 7) #259 LUCAS KRULL TE PITTSBURGH 6'6" 260LBS
- Lucas didn’t go to the combine but had plenty of scouts at his pro day and he impressed. The former Florida Gator had and impressive final season at Pitt catching 38 passes for 451 yards and 6 td’s.
Can’t have enough tight end talent. With Jody Forston coming back and of course Travis Kelce and Noah Gray. I could see him getting a practice squad nod from the Chiefs. Played HS football and won state at local Mill Valley.
“No doubt, absolutely,” Krull said after Pitt’s Pro Day Monday. “No disrespect to anybody, but I felt like I should’ve been there. It’s a thing that you wanna do, you know, you grow up and it’s something you wanna do. I didn’t get that opportunity, so I knew I had to come here and prove everyone wrong.”
With an official measurement of 6-foot-6 1/8, 253 pounds, with 9 3/8 inch hands, 33 5/8 inch arms and an 80-inch wingspan, Krull is a big guy. But he showed he’s not just big, he’s fast and athletic too.
With a 35-inch vertical and 4.54 40-yard dash time, his speed and explosiveness were on full display, and a 10-foot broad jump and 7.16 three-cone and 4.35 shuttle, he would’ve ranked as one of the top tight ends at the combine.
* Compensatory pick
Jay Binkley 610 Sports Radio