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Handing out the KC Chiefs 2021 mid-season awards

By Hunter Stanton

Oct 10, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs center Creed Humphrey (52) on the line of scrimmage against the Buffalo Bills during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 10, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs center Creed Humphrey (52) on the line of scrimmage against the Buffalo Bills during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /
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Chiefs, Creed Humphrey
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 17: Creed Humphrey #52 of the Kansas City Chiefs lines up against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 17, 2021 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) /

OROTY: Creed Humphrey, C

Coming as a steal in the second round out of Oklahoma, Creed Humphrey is on a hot streak, being regarded as the best center in the NFL. Coming in with 583 offensive snaps played (first among centers), Humphrey has allowed just one sack all year. He has a 90.7 overall PFF grade, and what has been insane this year is Humphrey’s run-blocking abilities. Just look at him bully this poor Giants’ defender on one of Derrick Gore’s runs:

In run blocking, Humphrey gets to the second level well with quickness and authority, can snap into contact immediately, and uses his spectacular explosive strength to bully defenders no matter the size. Humphrey has shown great footwork in pass blocking and good balance, being able to stay on his with athleticism aiding him not to fall while in awkward positions. He has a great anchor as well, as he’s able to redirect pass rushers with good footwork.

The Humphrey train isn’t coming to a stop any time soon. If he continues at this pace, he could be a Pro Bowler or All-Pro in his rookie year. Maybe he can be another case of Quenton Nelson. Only time will tell, but it is starting to look like it.

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