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05-23-2016 05:18 PM |
Top 10 Most Talented Rosters in 2016
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap300...talented-teams
6) Kansas City Chiefs
Blue chips: Alex Smith, QB; Jamaal Charles, RB; Jeremy Maclin, WR; Travis Kelce, TE; Dontari Poe, NT; Justin Houston, OLB; Derrick Johnson, LB; Marcus Peters, CB; Eric Berry, S.
Risers: Spencer Ware, RB; Charcandrick West, RB; Dee Ford, OLB.
The Chiefs' workmanlike approach lacks sizzle, but substantive results have been outstanding since Andy Reid and John Dorsey took over in 2013. The team has made the playoffs twice in three seasons and compiled a 31-17 regular-season record. The defense remains the calling card in Kansas City, thanks to the stellar play of Houston, Johnson and Berry. The Chiefs' "Big 3" are all exceptional playmakers in the prime of their respective careers. (Though Houston's status for the upcoming season remains uncertain after February knee surgery.) Peters earned rave reviews and the 2015 Defensive Rookie of the Year award for his spectacular play as a first-year starter. He could blossom into the NFL's next true shutdown corner as a sophomore. Smith doesn't get enough credit for his work as a savvy game manager, but the presence of Charles, Maclin and Kelce ensures his success as the Chiefs' franchise quarterback.
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