2022 NFL Draft: Three players KC Chiefs shouldn’t have passed on

OT Bernhard Raimann

Selected by Indianapolis Colts at 77th overall

The 2022 NFL Draft had few exciting offensive tackle prospects, but Bernhard Raimann’s draft board tumble could have been to Kansas City’s gain.

Raimann has an interesting story, as an Austrian who had to grayshirt (delayed scholarship) his first collegiate season for his country’s mandatory military service. He is also a former tight end who transitioned to left tackle very quickly. He moves fluidly, especially considering his frame at 6’6″, 307 lbs. Raimann possesses some of this draft class’ best footwork, thanks to his natural athleticism.

Raimann’s film and collegiate performance are good, but they’re exceptional in context considering his limited time playing the position. His progression is rocketing the right way, which is why Indianapolis invested the 77th overall selection in him. With a good coaching staff, Raimann could realize his full potential at left tackle.

While Raimann is amongst the draft’s oldest prospects, Kansas City should have talked about selecting him. Left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. is still not signed long-term, and right tackle Lucas Niang is frequently injured. While the Chiefs did add mauler Darian Kinnard, Raimann is a potential franchise tackle. Those players do not come around often, especially with how late the Chiefs pick,