Kansas City Chiefs mock draft: What rookies could join Xavier Worthy in Rounds 2-7?
By Price Carter
Round 5, Pick 159: Zak Zinter, IOL, Michigan
Zak Zinter was the leader of one of the best offensive lines in college football. He is a large guard at 6'5" with tackle-like arms at 33.5 inches. He moves well in space and was a featured part of the Michigan run game.
Zinter suffered a broken ankle late in the year that sidelined him for the college football playoff but he is recovered and will be ready for camp. He's not the most explosive guard as he is an average athlete but Zinter uses his frame well.
The Chiefs come away here with an interior offensive line prospect who can at least be similar to Nick Allegretti. At 6'5", Zinter might not be able to mix in at center but he can at least play both guard spots and possibly even replace Joe Thuney or Trey Smith in 2025. The Chiefs can't wait until next year to think about some competition for that upcoming need.