How were 8 other wide receivers somehow drafted before DK Metcalf?

DK Metcalf has lit itup as a rookie in Seattle. How did the former Ole Miss star last until the ninth WR chosen in 2019?

56. Chiefs: Mecole Hardman

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The Chiefs chose Mecole Hardman from Georgia. He had six TD receptions from 26 catches for 538 yards. Hardman returned a kickoff 104 yards for a TD, part of his more than 800 kickoff and punt return yardage.