Draft Selections That Could Make the Chiefs' Offense Even More Unstoppable
By Jerry Trotta
Despite all live sports being on hiatus due to the coronavirus crisis, the NFL offseason is moving right along, and quickly at that. April is already here, and the draft, which will proceed as scheduled, is rapidly approaching.
Let's keep this particular discussion focused on the Kansas City Chiefs, who have struck gold in the draft in recent seasons, and will look to do so again in 2020.
While most analysts are projecting GM Brett Veach to bolster the secondary, don't be surprised if he looks to make KC's offense even more unstoppable. Here are three selections that would do just that.
3. Cesar Ruiz
Ruiz's versatility has scouts drooling. The former Michigan Wolverine is equally comfortable playing guard or center, and he's one of the quickest linemen in a loaded 2020 class. Ruiz's power leaves something to be desired, but with the proper coaching he'd become a stalwart OL in the NFL from Day 1. The Chiefs have most of their offensive weapons in place, and we couldn't think of a better way to improve the unit than by giving Patrick Mahomes more time to throw the pigskin. Or could we?
2. Thaddeus Moss
People are sleeping on Moss, and that could see the former LSU stud fall right into the Chiefs' lap in the third round. Moss might be undersized, but he's a capable blocker and catches everything thrown his direction. The thought of the 21-year-old serving as KC's second-string tight end behind stud Travis Kelce is just scary. Let's not forget that Moss thrived in a similarly-paced LSU offense where he wasn't at all a primary target of quarterback Joe Burrow.
1. JK Dobbins
The latest buzz suggests that the Chiefs are conducting the proper due diligence on Dobbins, and we absolutely love it. Starting running back Damien Williams went nuts in the postseason and plans to have a prominent role in 2020. However, most would agree that he's better suited being utilized in passing down situations. Dobbins likely wouldn't be trusted as a three-down back right off the bat by Andy Reid, and his running dexterity would serve as a perfect complement to Williams, who is evidently more effective in the open field than running out of the backfield.