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K.C. Chiefs: A multiple choice mock draft brings simulators together

By Lyle Graversen

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 25: Eric Fisher (R) of Central Michigan Chippewas stands on stage with NFL COmmissioner Roger Goodell after Fisher was picked #1 overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 25, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 25: Eric Fisher (R) of Central Michigan Chippewas stands on stage with NFL COmmissioner Roger Goodell after Fisher was picked #1 overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 25, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 21: Stone Forsythe #72 of the Florida Gators plays against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt Stadium on November 21, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 21: Stone Forsythe #72 of the Florida Gators plays against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt Stadium on November 21, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) /

Round 3 – Pick 94

A. Stone Forsythe – OT – Florida

Stone Forsythe is an interesting prospect in that if you just factored in pass protection, he might be in contention for a first round grade. However, his less than impressive run blocking skills seriously hold him back. The 6-foot-8 Forsythe has trouble getting low enough to generate any real push or drive, and despite his good movement skills, he struggles to engage at the second level. However, his length and movement make him a very capable pass protector, and in an Andy Reid offense led by Mahomes, that upside could make him a tempting target in the late third round.

B. Jordan Smith – Edge – UAB

Jordan Smith is a tempting edge prospect with a lot of upside, but he also has some work to do before he’s ready to be an every-down NFL player. Smith has the length and athleticism to be a premiere pass rusher at the NFL level, but his lean frame and lack of power at the point of attack will be an issue. He has room to fill out, so if the Chiefs believe a NFL strength program can add weight and make him a better run defender, the pass rush upside could be well worth it in the third round.

C. Derrick Barnes – LB – Purdue

While Derrick Barnes may not have the kind of elite upside that gets linebackers drafted in the first couple of rounds, his skill set does fit the Chiefs current opening at SAM linebacker nicely. He’s a strong defender that spent time both as a pass rusher and off-ball linebacker in college. While he might not be an heir apparent to Anthony Hitchens, Spagnuolo would likely be able to utilize his abilities to stop the run, rush the passer, and drop into zone coverage in Damien Wilson’s (who signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars) former spot.

D. Robert Rochell – CB – Central Arkansas

While the value wasn’t great for any cornerbacks in the first or second round, Robert Rochell is a tempting option here in the late third round. Rochell has starting cornerback size, speed, and ball hawking ability, but is prone to some mistakes. If the Chiefs trust he can be coached to improve his technique and ability to read plays, he could be home run pick in the late third round.

Now we’re on to the fourth round for a couple of late round picks.

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