You did an XLNT Job 12inthebox!Chiefs final haul:
The Chiefs began the draft with the following picks:
Round 1, 27 overall
Round 2, 59 overall
Round 3, 91 overall
Round 3, 104 overall (comp)
Round 4, 132 overall
Round 5, 170 overall
Round 5, 180 overall (comp)
Round 6, 216 overall (comp)
Round 6, 218 overall (comp)
Round 7, 245 overall
We did a little moving and shaking and ended up with two players who - in my humble opinion - are very likely to go in the first round in the real mccoy.
We first jumped up to pick 18 to select Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford. McCaffrey is going to be stud wherever we line him up and we plan on using him all over the place. Versatility is a big part of the Andy Reid plan on offense, and we feel like we got a swiss army knife in the first round.
We traded up in the second round as well to get our QB of the future in Pat Mahomes II, Texas Tech. If I had to put money on it, I would say this kid will be the Chiefs target in the first round - and they may even move up from 27 to get him. Getting him at pick 55 felt like real value.
After round 2 it was time to address some needs on Defense.
We took Kendell Beckwith, LB, LSU at pick 91 - which was probably a touch early considering his injury but we expect him to take over the middle of our defense from 2018 going forward.
In the 4th, we took Damontae Kazee, CB, San Diego State. Corners went quickly in this draft, but we felt good about his value at pick 132. His measurables aren't as sexy as some of the day 1 corners but I would put his ball skills, instincts, and toughness up with there with any corner in the draft.
From the 5th round on, we decided to gamble a bit more. We felt we had taken some pretty safe players through 4 rounds (not that taking a QB is ever really safe) but still ...
At pick 170, we called out Grover Stewart, DT, Albany State. This kid has length and power to spare - and he certainly seems to be a willing fighter out there - but like most small school players, we need to see how he does against tougher competition.
We manuvered our way back into the late 5th round to take another flier - this time going back to offense with Antony Auclair, TE, Laval (Canada). This hoser passes the eyeball test with flying colors. He passed another test not looking at all lost in the E-W Shrine game. Like Stewart, we aren't expecting much in year 1 - but we are hoping for the kid to develop and he seems to have the aptitude and willingness to put the work in.
We finished up our draft with Jalen Reeves-Maybin, LB, Tennessee who is only available here because of injury. Coming into the draft, we felt like LB was our most glaring need, and we feel like we came away with two guys who can contribute long term.
So we turned 10 picks into only 7 players and a few of those players are admittedly lottory tickets, but we landed our QB of the future plus a dynamic playmaker and we didn't sacrifice any future picks or current roster players to get it done.
Nice pick! And only your first of three in the final 9!!!With the 245th pick in the 2017 NFL Draft the Green Bay Packers select:
Fred Ross Mississippi St WRF 6'1" 213
@Rams Until I Die is on the clock
@Merlin is on deck
Fred Ross, WR, Mississippi State: 2017 NFL Draft Scouting Report
Fred “The Boss” Ross exploded onto the college football scene during his junior year. His play against Arkansas in 2015 was truly something to behold.
Whilst not the most intimidating from an athletic standpoint, Ross was always making plays during his final two years at Mississippi State.
Strengths
Ross measured in at an adequate 6’0″, 215lbs down at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. A strong hands catcher with sneaky speed and burst, Ross consistently made clutch plays. He understands how to get open in zone coverage and how to help his quarterback in scramble drills. Showed great body control and the ability to make big plays and get yards after the catch.
Does all the football basics very well. Protects the ball with great technique after the catch and helped his team in any way that he could. He was willing to block linebackers, catch passes over the middle and return punts. He played inside, outside, in the backfield and was often used on jet sweeps and screens. Whenever Mississippi State needed a play, Ross was usually the go-to guy.
The tape against Arkansas in 2015 was mighty impressive. Ross made one particularly eye-catching play which I’ll quickly breakdown;
Ross starts in the slot and works his way up and towards the middle of the field. He makes a stunning one-handed in tight coverage and slips away from his defender. He turns upfield, puts a move on the safety and makes his way to the end-zone. Truly amazing.
Projection: Round 5-6
Fred Ross was a tough evaluation. During his final two years at Mississippi State, all he did was produce and I don’t know how. I agree with Matt Miller when he says that he doesn’t ever expect Ross to develop into a No.1 receiver, but that he would be a nice possession receiver.
I expect Ross to be a quiet contributor in the NFL. One who excels as a zone coverage beater and as a quarterback’s security blanket.
Hey, I'm just trying to be helpful. Sometimes it's hard to get a few names around this time!
The problem right now is @Rambitious1 is working out-of-town in Arizona! He can only check in periodically!
Hey Tron, are you going to do a short Draft Recap, so we can see how much you helped the ' Cow-Pie's"!!?!With the #246 pick in the 7th round of the 2017 ROD NFL mock draft, the Cowpokes select:@Rambitious1 You are up to bat my man!!!
Damore'ea Stringfellow WR, Ole Miss
6'2, 211 lbs
Damore'ea (pronounced duh-MOR-ee-ay) Stringfellow was a West Coast kid, and started his career with the University of Washington after being ranked as a top-10 receiver recruit nationally. His star rose during his true freshman year, starting three times (20-259, one TD). He found himself in trouble with the law after a post-Super Bowl fight with Seahawks fans(how can you not like this guy for beating up some Seahag fans?), forcing him into spending five days on a work crew and attending anger management classes. After spending 2014 spring practices in the doghouse, he transferred to Ole Miss. Stringfellow sat out 2014 before landing a part-time starting job with the Rebels the next year (36-503, five TDs). His final year at Ole Miss resulted in his best career numbers, as he caught 46 passes for 716 yards and six touchdowns.
Big receiver with average speed but an ability to track the ball and win it at the high point. Might not ever be dynamic enough to be a dangerous starting target, but he has the body control and competitiveness to work the second and third levels with some success. Improved route-running should improve his separation ability but average starter might be his ceiling.
@Rams Until I Die you are up on deck slugger!!!
lol yes will do one, will get it going tomorrow as its late and i'm headed to the party bus at the moment to meet up with some officials and JJ. Don't worry, will let you can see how I helped the Cowpokes make it all the way to the NFC championship game but in the end lose to the Rams who eventually win the SB!Hey Tron, are you going to do a short Draft Recap, so we can see how much you helped the ' Cow-Pie's"!!?!
It's after 7pm here in phoenix. No business goin on now.The problem right now is @Rambitious1 is working out-of-town in Arizona! He can only check in periodically!
From what he said Phoenix is where he is supposed to be working!!It's after 7pm here in phoenix. No business goin on now.
Lets go!