Round 2 (63): Troy Franklin, Wide Receiver, Oregon
This isn't the first or the last time we will mock Franklin to the Chiefs. The fit just makes too much sense, especially when you look at the flaws in the Chiefs' current WR room, where they lack explosive athletes who can separate against man coverage. Franklin is not a true "X" who can play on the outside down after down, but he can function there occasionally. Franklin also has upside in the return game—another role the Chiefs should be looking to fill.
How he fits: Franklin is a threat to score anytime he has the ball. Right now, Rashee Rice feels like the only person that is true for. When it comes to the WR room needing a transformation, you don't worry about the role; instead, you focus on getting good players and figure out the rest later. Franklin could play outside some and in the slot predominantly. Rice could play outside more in 2024 and the Chiefs could find ways to factor in Kadarius Toney and Skyy Moore. Franklin is more than just speed, but he has a dominant trait the Chiefs need.
Shades of: Jameson Williams
Oregon, WR, Troy Franklin
— Price Carter (@priceacarter) November 7, 2023
-6'3" and can fly
-Will be 21 on draft night
-Strong after the catch ability
-Plays well at the catch point despite being 190 pounds
- Solid contact balance and can fight off press
Seems like a Kansas City Chief.. pic.twitter.com/97Smqw6LAN
Next up, some Round 3 picks.