2017 NFL Draft: Chiefs select Michigan WR Jehu Chesson

The Kansas City Chiefs traded up in the fourth round to take Michigan Wolverines wide receiver Jehu Chesson.

The Kansas City Chiefs have traded two of their three fifth round picks to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a fourth round pick and the chance to draft Michigan wide receiver Jehu Chesson.

Chesson drew rave reviews for his 2015 performance with the Wolverines with 50 catches for 764 yards and 9 touchdowns. He had 35 catches for 500 yards and 2 touchdowns this year for Michigan. NFL.com’s Mark Dulgerian writes:

"Kansas City is banking on the 2015 version of Chesson who displayed the playmaking speed and ball skills that could find him in the Chiefs’ rotation early. Regardless, it’s clear they are building an offense for the future in this draft."

Chesson ran a 4.47 second 40-yard dash at this year’s NFL Combine and placed third among all wideouts in the 3-cone drill with a 6.70 second time.

NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein compares him to Brian Quick and writes:

"Chesson looked like a shell of his 2015 self for much of the 2016 season. Erratic quarterback play didn’t help his production, but an inability to separate and a noticeable drop in confidence were also culprits. Has NFL size and ball skills but long speed and play strength are deficiencies that could limit him as a pro. If he can revert back to his 2015 form, he has WR2 or WR3 potential. But at this point, he appears to be a Day 3 pick who could struggle to find snaps early in his career."