Sac's 2017 Chief's Mock Draft

[Saccopoo]

While I've been heartened by the offense's desire to effectively get Conley and Hill involved, the lack of depth on the defense is nothing if not glaring, especially at the LB and CB positions. It appears that the Chiefs should have four compensatory draft picks for losing Sean Smith, Chase Daniel, Tyvon Branch and Don Stephenson. 3, 4, 6, 6 round picks for those players have been forecasted based on salary. They do lose their regular 6th round pick because of the Maclin tampering decision by the NFL.

Unlike previous years, compensatory picks for the 2017 draft can be traded, but until that happens, I'll stick with the picks as they should be in this mock.

As such, here my mock:

1. Christian McCaffery, RB, Stanford: 6'2", 205 lb.

I don't want to hear the "we already have DeAnthony Thomas and Albert Wilson bullshit. Neither are factors in the offense or special teams. Thomas is a pipe dream and they still keep trying to put him on the field. Wilson continues to alligator arm every pass thrown in his direction.

They (Reid/Dorsey) obviously want this type of guy on the field, but as of right now, Tyreek Hill is the only one working out and he's not a true RB. McCaffery is and has operated out of Stanford's pro style offense.

And there can be no argument. He was, without question, the best college football player in 2015. The guy is an impact on the game and can literally bust open a game any time the ball is in his hands. Can just flat out play football versus just being an exciting gadget player. And with Charles future in serious question, the Chiefs do not have the explosion that Charles provided on the offensive side of the ball.

The only other guy I would consider here would be USC's CB Adoree Jackson, for the same reasons - can play multiple positions on the field, is successful doing all of them and does play a position that is needed on the Chiefs - a solid cover corner opposite Peters, but I'm not sure that Jackson fits the Dorsey matrix for that specific position, so, as such, the pick is McCaffery.






2. Lowell Lotulelei, DT; Utah: 6'3", 310 lb.

- The best true NT in this draft. Lotulelei is near impossible to move off his spot and demands a double team. Strong like reerun bull and when his hands are on the ball carrier it's over. As the NFL shifts back to a more run oriented look, a DT/NT that is effective against the run is a necessity and this is where Lotulelei excels. He won't fit the Dorsey matrix such as Chris Jones does, but there is nobody better at taking on and controlling the gap on the defensive front in this draft than Lowell and with Poe's back a forseeable question mark, the position has to be addressed.






3. Chidobe Awuzie, CB; Colorado; 6'0", 190 lb.

- Very good in man coverage and is very effective against the run in addition to being an absolute beast making impact plays behind the line of scrimmage. Go watch the CU-CSU game and the CU Utah gamesfrom this season. Awuzie is a legit NFL level player. When a guy can take over a game from the CB spot, that dude can flat out play football and Awuzie can. Reminds me of current Minnesota Vikings CB Xavier Rhodes. Can be a shut down coverage corner, can play the press extremely well and is just absolutely fierce when he gets to the ball. I think he'd be balls in a Sutton defense.






3. Cooper Kupp, WR; Eastern Washington; 6'2", 210 lb.

- You most likely have never heard of this guy, but he's the best true receiver in the 2017 Draft. Single handedly destroyed Oregon in their 2016 matchup. Thickly muscled, with hands like glue. Never stops working to be the best player on the field. Father and grandfather both played in the NFL. Always extends for the catch, uses his hands away from the body with great control. Very good running after the catch. Great routes. Student of the game. IMO - this is the prototype receiver for Reid's offensive system.







4. Hunter Dimnick, DE; Utah: 6'3", 272 lb.

- One of if not the best pass rusher in college football in 2016. Also one of the strongest players in college football (bench presses 450 lb., and has the Utah school record of 43 reps at 225 lb. Tireless, plays to the whistle and is too much for most OTs. Has been double and tripled teamed all season and still leads the PAC 12 and nation in solo sacks with 14 in 2016. School record holder in sacks, TFL, tfl yardage. You watch Dimnick and you see Tamba Hali at the same stage. Fierce, sttrong, relentless and has an excellent first step. Uses numerous pass rush moves. Dimnick is ready to play in the NFL right now.





4. Kai Nacua, S; BYU; 6'2", 210 lb.

- Perhaps the best ball hawk in the entire 2017 Draft as he is currently tied for the lead in interceptions in the FBS division. School record holder for ints. Plays tough as nails and has superb field awareness. Finalist for the 2016 Jim Thorpe award. Also lettered in Volleyball and basketball. Guy is an athlete. The Cougars best player and is a game changer.







5. Jon "Flounder" Heck, OT; North Carolina: 6'6", 300 lb.

- Legacy! Son of current KC Chiefs OL coach Andy Heck. Reliable and experienced - 42 career starts (and going) at right tackle for the Tarheels. Good in pass protection along with run blocking.





6. Greg Pyke, OG; Georgia, 6'6", 326 lb.

- Former HS lacrosse star that overgrew that sport. Has played at RG and RT and fits the Chiefs profile for the offensive line. Massive, but athletic with quick feet and good power. Had an apendecomy this past summer so has had a slow start to the 2016 season. Has an enormous ceiling.

watching tape of Pyke absolutely made my day! In fairness, I don't live the most exciting life anymore, but when I see a guard mash his opponents with pure power, good footwork and timing on combination blocks -- that makes me happy. Pyke uses quick, choppy steps to get himself in position and then plays with a strong base to lock defenders out. And he loves to scrap on every snap.

7. Azeem Victor, ILB; Washington: 6'3", 240 lb.

- If not for a broken leg suffered against USC Victor should be an easy 3 rd round selection. (Maybe even 2 nd round). He's a difference maker on the field for the Huskies and has a great feel for the game. Excellent in coverage, plays the run strong, and has good field awareness. He's going to need time to rehab the leg, but this is an easy use of a late round pick. Fits the Dorsey metrics for the position and if he fully rehabs this is a total steal.

[kccrow]

Originally Posted by BryanBusby

Well guess they'll have to spend some real currency on a QB. I don't agree with sacc that there's only one QB in this draft that fits what Andy is looking for.

I think there are multiple QB's.

A couple, but it all depends on the "who declares" bit right now.

I think Trubisky and Kizer are going top 10 if they both declare. Watson is a bit of a wild card and I don't like him that much as a pro prospect. Kid screams RG3 part 2 to me.

Rudolph is a bit like Foles - big, strong arm, smart, pretty mobile. I would bet he gets a look.

Davis Webb is a guy that maybe gets a look. Pretty good with reads, quick release. No howitzer, but he can make the throws with good touch. He's had an injury history, so he could come cheap.

Luke Falk, if he declares might be another one. Decent size, decent arm, decent release, good accuracy.

[GloucesterChief]

This years QB class is bad not as bad as 2013 but pretty damn bad. Also no McCaffery in the 1st round. Saw him get shut down last year and this year. He really doesn't have the power or frame to break tackles.

[BryanBusby]

Originally Posted by kccrow

A couple, but it all depends on the "who declares" bit right now.

I think Trubisky and Kizer are going top 10 if they both declare. Watson is a bit of a wild card and I don't like him that much as a pro prospect. Kid screams RG3 part 2 to me.

Rudolph is a bit like Foles - big, strong arm, smart, pretty mobile. I would bet he gets a look.

Davis Webb is a guy that maybe gets a look. Pretty good with reads, quick release. No howitzer, but he can make the throws with good touch. He's had an injury history, so he could come cheap.

Luke Falk, if he declares might be another one. Decent size, decent arm, decent release, good accuracy.

Mahomes is a guy that will interest Andy a lot, if he comes out.

Not all these dudes are gonna declare, but I expect a lot of them will.

[kcchiefsus]

Whatever move this team makes at quarterback you can be just about guaranteed it will be the wrong move.

[BryanBusby]

They made the right move by getting Alex to shore things up. The problem is they've relied on a below average QB for too long without having an actual succession plan in place.

I'd say that Dorsey and Reid know how to find a QB.

[kcchiefsus]

Originally Posted by BryanBusby

They made the right move by getting Alex to shore things up. The problem is they've relied on a below average QB for too long without having an actual succession plan in place.

I'd say that Dorsey and Reid know how to find a QB.

They've routinely missed out on guys like Carr, Bridgewater, and maybe even Paxton. We've stood pat while we've watched other teams, including possibly 2 in our own division if Paxton develops, solidify their starting QB position for a decade while we remain content with an average at best QB. I have no faith in whatever move they make at QB. I honestly expect to see an extension for Alex in the next year or so.

[BryanBusby]

Eh.

Bridgewater hasn't lit the league on fire exactly and they never actually had a shot at Paxton Lynch. Yeah passing on Carr was bad.

[Coogs]

This needs to be on the first page of the draft forum. Just because!

[kccrow]

Originally Posted by Coogs

This needs to be on the first page of the draft forum. Just because!

[Fansy the Famous Bard]

I want several of those picks to hit. Not because the players, but because Sac.

[Halfcan]

1. Christian McCaffery, RB, Stanford: 6'2", 205 lb.

I don't want to hear the "we already have DeAnthony Thomas and Albert Wilson bullshit. Neither are factors in the offense or special teams. Thomas is a pipe dream and they still keep trying to put him on the field. Wilson continues to alligator arm every pass thrown in his direction.

They (Reid/Dorsey) obviously want this type of guy on the field, but as of right now, Tyreek Hill is the only one working out and he's not a true RB. McCaffery is and has operated out of Stanford's pro style offense.

And there can be no argument. He was, without question, the best college football player in 2015. The guy is an impact on the game and can literally bust open a game any time the ball is in his hands. Can just flat out play football versus just being an exciting gadget player. And with Charles future in serious question, the Chiefs do not have the explosion that Charles provided on the offensive side of the ball.

The only other guy I would consider here would be USC's CB Adoree Jackson, for the same reasons - can play multiple positions on the field, is successful doing all of them and does play a position that is needed on the Chiefs - a solid cover corner opposite Peters, but I'm not sure that Jackson fits the Dorsey matrix for that specific position, so, as such, the pick is McCaffery.

This guy dominated today- would look great in Red. Sac might end up being right.

[KChiefs1]

I feel sad reading this.

How about changing Draft Planet to Sac's Draft Room?


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