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We are just over four weeks away from the 2024 NFL Draft. With that in mind, we are set to fully dive into our draft coverage this week at FPC Chiefs. There are going to be different position groups to monitor over the coming weeks. On top of that, is there a chance that Kansas City moves around the draft board at all? Before we get to the actual draft, it is time to begin our set of FPC Chiefs 2024 NFL mock drafts.
In this first version, we opted to stay at the same spot on the board and avoided any trades. That is something that could change in our future mock drafts. This mock draft exercise was conducted on nflmockdraftdatabase.com. Without further ado, here is the group of players we ended up with in our FPC Chiefs 2024 NFL Mock Draft 1.0. Let’s kick it off.
1st Round, 32nd Overall
Georgia WR Ladd McConkey
After adding Hollywood Brown in free agency, the Chiefs may be less likely to go wide receiver in round one. However, the opportunity to add Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey is incredibly tantalizing for this offense. With McConkey, Kansas City would be adding a savvy route runner who knows how to separate and get open. Moreover, McConkey is incredibly smart and can recognize leverage, something the Chiefs want from their receivers. Add those elements into the Chiefs offense with Travis Kelce working the middle of the field, Rashee Rice being dangerous after the catch and Brown occupying as a deep threat, and let’s roll.
2nd Round, 64th Overall
Oregon DL Brandon Dorlus
There were a few different options on the board at the end of round two. While all were appealing, we decided to go with a defensive lineman in this spot. Oregon’s Brandon Dorlus made sense for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, the Chiefs would enjoy having the versatility of this defensive lineman. He can play in different alignments all across the defensive line. Meanwhile, he is someone who wins off of physicality, length and toughness. Dorlus may not be the most refined, in terms of pass rush repertoire. But, the Chiefs have been fine with adding pass rushers who work through the opponent, rather than around them, nonetheless.
3rd Round, 95th Overall
Oregon CB Khyree Jackson
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Another defender, and another Oregon Duck. Cornerback could need another option entering 2024 following the L’Jarius Sneed trade. At this point in the draft, Khyree Jackson felt like a cornerback who offered potential late in the third round. His size (6’4”, 194 pounds) is something that can be used to frustrate opposing receivers. At Oregon, Jackson proved that he was willing to play physical in coverage, while also not being afraid to tackle. Those elements have been a staple of other Kansas City cornerbacks under defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.
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4th Round, 131st Overall
Washington OT Roger Rosengarten
The Chiefs could easily address the offensive tackle spot earlier in the draft. But after adding more salary cap space with the Sneed trade, a veteran signing would not be shocking in that area. Roger Rosengarten may not be the smoothest blocker or the most athletic. Yet, he offers a well-rounded pass protection technique. He is not afraid to vary his approach against different sized or skilled pass rushers. Elsewhere, Rosengarten can offer consistency, in terms of his power and pop at the point of attack.
5th Round, 159th Overall
Colorado State TE Dallin Holker
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Tight end depth continues to be necessary as Kelce gets older, no matter how good he can still be. There could be a plethora of options at this position on day three of the draft. Dallin Holker stood out, because of his rare mix of positive traits. Holker moves incredibly smooth in space after the catch, while still offering immense size to outmuscle defenders. His body control in contested catch situations were another item that jumped out when watching him. While he will not be considered a star in this draft, Holker does all of the initial things in a solid fashion as a pass catcher.
5th Round, 173rd Overall
Northern Iowa DT Khristian Boyd
Defensive tackle Khristian Boyd is one of the more interesting prospects coming from a smaller school program. You want power and explosiveness from a defensive tackle? Boyd offers that in spades. You want the Chiefs to add a new, younger option as a run defending plugger? Boyd would be a nice gamble to take, as the rest of the KC defensive tackle room is not signed for the long-term.
7th Round, 252nd Overall
Missouri RB Cody Schrader
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After a dominant season at Missouri, Cody Schrader is looking to find an adequate opportunity somewhere in the NFL. With the Chiefs needing more depth behind Isiah Pacheco, could he be an option for Kansas City? Schrader runs incredibly tough and hard as a downhill force. But at the same time, Schrader can still offer some solid awareness and adjustments in space. This style of runner would be a perfect complement to someone like Pacheco.
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– Braden Holecek is the Kansas City Chiefs managing editor for Full Press Coverage. He covers the NFL. Like and follow on Follow @ebearcat9//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Follow @FPC_Chiefs//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js and Facebook.
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