2017 NFL Draft: Patrick Mahomes selection by Chiefs draws cheers on Twitter
By Matt Conner
The Kansas City Chiefs’ selection of Patrick Mahomes at No. 10 overall largely drew cheers from NFL analysts and fans on Twitter.
When the Kansas City Chiefs traded up to No. 10 overall with the Buffalo Bills to take quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the initial response was surprise, but that quickly gave way, largely, to approval as the news set in and the analysis began. Here’s a sampling of what was found on Twitter in the minutes after the Chiefs made their pick.
GREAT landing spot for Mahomes!!!! #Chiefs
— Matt Williamson (@WilliamsonNFL) April 28, 2017
Patrick Mahomes #Chiefs has the most natural throwing talent in the #NFLDraft Can look like Russell Wilson outside the pocket
— Charley Casserly (@CharleyCasserly) April 28, 2017
I think it is going to be Mahomes for #Chiefs at 10...they love the Farve in him
— Joel Klatt (@joelklatt) April 28, 2017
PERFECT spot for Mahomes. He needs a year to learn, but he has all of the tools needed to be the best QB of this class. #Chiefs.
— Sam Monson (@PFF_Sam) April 28, 2017
The #Chiefs were in love with Mahomes since the Super Bowl. Not surprised in the least they made an aggressive move for him
— Matt Verderame (@MattVerderame) April 28, 2017
Andy Reid called his own shot for rest of his career w Mahomes. He's either riding off into sunset w/ elusive Super Bowl, or... not. #Chiefs
— John Gaskins (@johnkgaskins) April 28, 2017
Mahomes led the nation in passing last year at Texas Tech--throwing for 5,052 yards with 41 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.
— Chiefs Reporter (@ChiefsReporter) April 28, 2017
Mahomes has the potential to be a franchise QB and a true gunslinger. Love the pairing with KC. Huge move for the Chiefs.
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) April 28, 2017
You can't spend five minutes with Pat Mahomes and not be impressed. Learning from Andy Reid, Alex Smith - ideal situation. #Chiefs
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) April 28, 2017
Chiefs love Mahomes and I do, too. But that's a haul for the Bills!
— Adam Schein (@AdamSchein) April 28, 2017