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Chiefs urged to draft Patrick Mahomes matchup nightmare
TL;DR
The Kansas City Chiefs are advised to focus on defense in the first round of the draft, particularly in cornerback and pass rush. In later rounds, they should consider adding a protector or weapon for Patrick Mahomes, with Georgia State's Ted Hurst suggested as a potential target.
Key points
- Chiefs urged to focus on defense in the first round of the draft
- Need for cornerback and pass rush reinforcement
- Consider adding a protector or weapon for Patrick Mahomes
- Ted Hurst from Georgia State is a suggested option
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The Kansas City Chiefs' draft needs, in the first-round at least, should be centered on the defense, with corner and the franchise's lack of a pass rush last season, in need of reinforcement.
But in the later rounds?
It feels like the Chiefs have a great chance to get Patrick Mahomes either a better protector or another weapon.
In truth, either would be good for the Chiefs' offense, as they could be considered significant needs for depth, and Fox Sports' Eric Williams has named Ted Hurst, a receiver from Georgia State as a good option.
"Kansas City could use a big, explosive playmaker that can stretch the field, providing Patrick Mahomes with another dynamic option on the perimeter," Williams wrote. "At 6-foot-4 and 206 pounds with a 4.42 40-yard time, Hurst provides that option in Day 2 of this year’s draft, allowing the Chiefs to focus on replenishing the defense with the team’s two first-round picks."
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Hurst a good choice?
His size alone would create some fascinating matchups for the Chiefs, especially in the red zone, as Mahomes doesn't have a receiver to throw 50/50 balls to and turn them into 70/30 balls.
That could be Hurst.
According to Williams, Hurst has good hands and is superb after the catch, and I'd imagine Andy Reid would scheme him open to devastating effect.
He wouldn't be the top name on the depth chart, allowing him to work on his game in the shadows, and for a later round pick, Hurst in Kansas City might not be a bad option.
Q&A
What are the Kansas City Chiefs' draft needs for the upcoming season?
The Chiefs need to focus on strengthening their defense, particularly in cornerback and pass rush positions.
Who is Ted Hurst and why is he a good option for the Chiefs?
Ted Hurst is a receiver from Georgia State, suggested as a potential target to enhance the Chiefs' offense.
How could drafting a protector or weapon benefit Patrick Mahomes?
Adding a protector or weapon would provide Mahomes with better support, addressing significant needs for depth in the Chiefs' offense.
