Projecting Chiefs’ starting lineup for 2020 after first week of free agency

What does the starting lineup in Kansas City look like after the first wave of free agency? Not much has changed for the Super Bowl champs.

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WR3: Mecole Hardman

With Demarcus Robinson still a free agent, I expect Hardman to take up a bigger role in Kansas City in 2020. During the 2019 season, Hardman led the NFL in yards per reception (20.7) among players with 25 receptions. Mahomes had a near-perfect passer rating when targeting Hardman (151.0), which was good for the top mark in the NFL.

Additionally, he spent some time this offseason working out in Texas with Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes. All signs point to a bigger role in Kansas City during the upcoming season. He could even make a push for Sammy Watkins’ stranglehold over the No.2 spot.