KC Chiefs find new cornerstone tackle in 5-round NFL mock draft

Feb 4, 2023; Mobile, AL, USA; National linebacker Andre Carter II of Army (34) battles American wide receiver Jonathan Mingo of Ole Miss (18) during the second half of the Senior Bowl college football game at Hancock Whitney Stadium. American quarterback Max Duggan of TCU (15) and American running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. of Kentucky (24) also seen. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports /

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WEST POINT, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 19: Andre Carter II #34 of the Army Black Knights looks on during the first half of the game against the Connecticut Huskies at Michie Stadium on November 19, 2022 in West Point, New York. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /

Black Knights . Andre Carter II. 63. player. 945. . EDGE

The Chiefs address their pass rush with Andre Carter II from Army. There were concerns that he would not be eligible to play in the NFL right away due to his military commitment as a potential provision in a bill last year would have mandated all U.S. Military Academy graduates complete their military obligations before playing professional sports. Fortunately, that portion of the bill was amended and Carter II is eligible to play in the NFL right away and can defer his service.

The Chiefs have a lot of question marks on their defensive line as Chris Jones is due a contract extension soon, Frank Clark’s future in KC is a question mark, and Carlos Dunlap/Mike Danna are free in 2022 and 2023, respectively.

Some of Carter’s greatest assets are his size and wingspan. He’s 6-7, 260 pounds with an 82″ wing span. There are concerns regarding his hands and run defense but he should be a better player in the NFL since he’ll be focused solely on football for the first time in several years.

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