Mock Draft: Ranking The Kansas City Chiefs Offseason Needs

Dec 28, 2014; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs the ball as San Diego Chargers defensive back Jahleel Addae (37) attempts the tackle during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs won 19-7. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

ROUND SEVEN: Tight End

Travis Kelce is a future superstar and has the starting tight end spot locked down for the foreseeable future. The issue comes when we start talking about depth.

The tight end position is critical to what Andy Reid likes to do in his offense. Tight ends naturally create mismatches because of their size and athleticism plus add another dimension in the running game as blockers. One could argue tight ends may be more important in Reid’s system than wide receivers.

Anthony Fasano has been a quality veteran tight end for the Chiefs these last two years but his recent injury issues and his age have started to cut into the quality of his play. Add in the inexperience and injuries for Demetrius Harris and the Chiefs really do not have much depth at tight end behind Kelce.

Adding a tight end isn’t of high importance for the Chiefs, as noted by their ‘seventh’ rank in this post. But if a veteran tight end becomes available or if an intriguing prospect is sitting there in round five then it may be wise for the Chiefs pull the trigger.

Part of building a championship roster is not just finding those top end players but also having quality depth in the lower third of the roster. Having a guy who can come in an help exploit matchups against certain opponents or can start a few games while a starter is hurt is critical to winning championships.

So, yes, the Chiefs may have Kelce and be technically ‘set’ at the position. But considering the value of the position to the offense and the need for depth their, it should always be an area where the Chiefs are trying to remain strong in terms of depth.