| Vote |
Charles Goldman |
| Round/Pick | Player |
| 1 | Michigan LB Josh Uche |
| 2 | Louisiana OG Robert Hunt |
| 3 | Memphis RB Antonio Gibson |
| 4 | West Virginia DB Kenny Robinson Jr. |
| 5 | Virginia WR Joe Reed |
All of the top linebacker prospects went well before pick No. 32. Uche is a player the Chiefs have shown some interest in that has been viewed as a late-first round type. While he didn’t play off-the-ball much at the University of Michigan, his virtual pro day shows that he has the athleticism to do so. He’s also a dynamo off the edge and can be used as a designated pass rusher on certain downs.
Next up is a player the Chiefs have been connected to throughout the pre-draft process. I don’t think I have to do much convincing when I say protecting Patrick Mahomes needs to be the top priority of this franchise. Hunt anchored an offensive line that ranked fifth in the nation in sacks allowed and third in the nation in yards per carry. He’s probably a guard at the next level but it should be noted that he’s played tackle too.
In the third round, I opted for Gibson and I admit there were a few other running backs available at this pick. I like the idea of Gibson in the Chiefs’ offense because of his experience playing both running back and receiver. I don’t think any other player in this draft can provide Kansas City that same type of threat on the field.
Robinson Jr. is a unique player because he has actually played professional football already. He was declared academically ineligible to play at West Virginia in 2019 and went to the XFL instead of transferring to another school. Why add another safety in Kansas City? Robinson will give Juan Thornhill time to recover from injury without rushing back. I also feel like he’s versatile enough to play a little cornerback in the style of Kendall Fuller.
Finally, I finished off by grabbing Reed. At worst you’re getting a productive kick returner. At best you’re getting an athletic and dynamic receiver who can step into the spotlight when Sammy Watkins and Demarcus Robinson leave in 2021. Not bad for the fifth round, right?