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KC Chiefs address offense and defense in first-round mock draft

By Logan Lazarczyk

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAR 01: Brett Veach, general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs speaks to reporters during the NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on March 1, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAR 01: Brett Veach, general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs speaks to reporters during the NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on March 1, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /
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NEW ORLEANS, LA – JANUARY 13: Cornerback Derek Stingley, Jr. #24 of the LSU Tigers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Clemson Tigers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. LSU defeated Clemson 42 to 25. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LA – JANUARY 13: Cornerback Derek Stingley, Jr. #24 of the LSU Tigers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Clemson Tigers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. LSU defeated Clemson 42 to 25. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) /

13. Houston Texans: CB Derek Stingley, LSU 

Stingley was viewed as possibly the top cornerback in this year’s draft a couple of years ago, but after a covid year and a torn ligament in his foot, the LSU product has slid down slightly. The Texans would be ecstatic if Stingley falls to this pick. The 6’1”, 190-pound cornerback has proven that he can be a lockdown corner at the next level, and Houston needs as much help as it can get in the secondary. This is a spot where a receiver can go, such as Jameson Williams, but the Texans can grab a wideout later in the draft. The Texans can finally have solid production from the secondary.

14. Baltimore Ravens: CB Trent McDuffie, Washington

Another cornerback comes off the board in back-to-back picks. Last season, the Ravens totaled only nine interceptions, ranking 26th in the league. McDuffie is a very good athlete with impressive lateral agility and underrated quickness in pass coverage. The Washington product can play in man and zone defense and can be a contributor in stopping the run. This selection makes a lot of sense when you look at the weapons within the division. Those weapons include Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd, Chase Claypool, Diontae Johnson, and Amari Cooper. Marlon Humphrey is a solid cornerback, while Marcus Peters is coming off a torn ACL, and has been underwhelming. McDuffie would be a great fit with the Ravens.

15. Philadelphia Eagles: WR Drake London, USC

Philadelphia will make it three straight years of drafting a receiver in the first. Who can blame the Eagles if London is available at this point? The USC product is a receiver that does not create separation, and that is a concern of mine, but his ability to make contested catches is great for this team. Devonta Smith can get open and catch the ball in open space, while London gives Jalen Hurts a go-to target in the red zone. This is a great selection for the Eagles, and it will give the front office a clear answer if Hurts is the guy at quarterback. Remember, Philadelphia now has two 2023 first-round picks after the trade with New Orleans.

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