2017 NFL Draft: Kansas City Chiefs End-of-March 7-Round Mock Draft
Another look at the 2017 NFL Draft for the Kansas City Chiefs. In this seven-round mock draft, they take a cornerback in the first round.
Earlier this month, we looked at an ideal 2017 NFL Draft for the Kansas City Chiefs with Dalvin Cook falling to the end of the first round and Patrick Mahomes available at the top of the second. Realistically, that isn't likely to happen.
This time around, we look at what happens if a different quarterback falls to the end of the second round and saving a running back pick for the third round. Also, look for the Chiefs to grab an inside linebacker and a defensive tackle to provide depth in 2017.
With that in mind, let's dive into this latest seven-round mock draft for the Kansas City Chiefs
Round 1, Pick 27: Quincy Wilson, CB – Florida
Wilson may not be the best corner in the draft as far as overall rating goes. Then again, he might be. What impresses me most about Wilson are his ball skills. He really shows an amazing ability to track a pass and make the catch even in traffic. Two ball hawks at corner would give teams reason to be a little skittish throwing outside.
To go with that, however, Wilson has some things Marcus Peters does not. WIlson is bigger and more physical which allows him to press receivers. He is the best corner in the draft at man coverage, which defensive coordinator Bob Sutton would love. He falls to the Chiefs due to teams believing a pair of Ohio State corners are better at sticking to receivers.
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Round 2, Pick 59: Davis Webb, QB – California
The Chiefs have met with several quarterbacks ahead of this year's draft, suggesting that it could be a high priority. Webb is one of three quarterbacks who are rated similarly as late second-round picks. The difference is that, out of those three, Webb appears to be the most coachable. His arm strength is good enough and his system familiarity is strong. He needs to work on his pre-snap reads and break free of predetermined throws that get him into trouble. That can all be worked on with Andy Reid as his head coach. What might scare Chiefs' fans away is his deep accuracy. 65 percent of his throws were within 10 yards in 2016.
Round 3, Pick 91: Jamaal Williams, RB – BYU
The Chiefs need a replacement for Jamaal Charles though the two have very different styles. Williams is a straight forward runner that bruises between the guards. The Chiefs tend to run out of shotgun with draws and options. Williams has the speed to outrun guys on the edge and the size to break tackles up the middle. What he lacks is the elusiveness to cut into new holes opened by his line. He would be a nice addition to the stable of backs because he is different from the other two currently on the roster, but Spencer Ware would still be the starter. The Chiefs need more red zone production, and a big strong back could be the key to turning field goals into touchdowns.
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Round 3, Pick 104: Anthony Walker, ILB – Northwestern
While dependable, the depth at inside linebacker is not much to celebrate in Kansas City. Derrick Johnson will be one year older and coming off another achilles repair, though on the opposite leg from before. Walker isn't a guy you want one-on-one with a tight end, but he flies all over the field to make plays. The Chiefs need help stopping the run and Walker reads the field very well to take the right angles and make tackles. Paired with Johnson and Ramik Wilson at times could give the middle of the field a much needed boost going into 2017.
Round 4, Pick 132: Eddie Vanderdoes, DT – UCLA
The Chiefs lost Dontari Poe to free agency this year and signed Bennie Logan to replace him, but that doesn't mean they couldn't use more depth at the position. Vanderdoes has the strength to play two gaps, but may be more effective when the Chiefs run a four man front. His size isn't typical of a nose guard. Vanderdoes will provide solid run support which is obviously where the Chiefs lack, especially in short yardage and goalline situations. The issue lies in whether or not he can regain his form prior to his ACL injury in 2015.
Round 5, Pick 170: Noble Nwachukwu, EDGE – West Virginia
I don't think that pass rusher needs to be a high round priority until Justin Houston is proven to be truly injury prone. For now, a fifth-round pick like Nwachukwu can step in once or twice a series and get after the quarterback. He doesn't have the size or length to be a defensive end. His athleticism is good enough to drop into coverage and recover on screens. Raw talent behind the current pass rushers in Kansas City has every chance to become something special.
Mar 6, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Jalen Myrick runs the 40 yard dash during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Round 5, Pick 180: Jalen Myrick, CB – Minnesota
The first corner drafted was for size, this one would be for speed. Myrick is who you want guarding small receivers man to man. His speed is off the charts in a straight line and his athleticism makes up for his lack of size. His talents could also be used well in special teams as a kick returner or gunner. Myrick will have to be toughened up a bit from coaches as he tends to shy away from heavy contact.
Round 6, Pick 216: Blake Jarwin, TE – Oklahoma State
Last time, I suggested that the Chiefs don't want a guy too similar to Travis Kelce but one that would be more of a blocker. After thinking about that, I decided that Alex Smith loves throwing to tight ends so much, why wouldn't they want another pass catcher? Like Kelce, Jarwin gets placed all over the field because he has the athleticism to match-up with guys in the secondary. His hands improved from year to year at Oklahoma State. Ideally, Jarwin can be used effectively to make high touchdown catches.
Round 6, Pick 218: Jehu Chesson, WR – Michigan
Always looking for help at the wide receiver position, Kansas City can find a use for just about anyone. Chesson will be a special teams guy if he makes the roster as a rookie, but that doesn't mean he won't have value. The Chiefs were able to limit punt returns of their opponents mainly because of the effectiveness of their gunners in 2016. Chesson could also be effective over the middle as a slot receiver. He doesn't have the speed to be a good vertical threat but his hands are solid and can be trusted in traffic.
Round 7, Pick 245: Justin Vogel, P – Miami
Dustin Colquitt is a great punter and has been for a long time. However, he is getting expensive. Drafting a punter late is a good way to really evaluate Colquitt's effectiveness. Vogel ended 2016 with an average punt distance of 43.8 yards and pinned teams inside the 20-yard line 39 percent of the time. With a touchback percentage of only three percent that is a very accurate punter. If he doesn't show the quality to beat out Colquitt during camp, then it only cost a late seventh-round pick.
