I usually don't say stuff like this (as most of you here know), but in this particular case, if you're so inclined, please share this piece far and wide! It's the culmination of a month of work, and I'd love for Chiefs fans who don't know about this place to see it and get a preview of what they're missing haha.
The writing here reminds me of a guy I used to read at Arrowhead Pride named MNChiefsfan. That guy was bullish on Patrick Mahomes in 2017... I think I will share this piece with Brett Veach and hope his people get it to him. Thank you Seth!
Also, heading for the month of May to Longboat Key with the family. Will try to get to Ginny & Jane E’s and fatten up. Is that giant loaf of bread on their webpage their French toast?! Quoting a friend, “Gluttony is fun!”
I think you should raise your subscription price to those who reside at 1 Arrowhead Drive. 2A for Xavier Worthy? Yes, and apparently some people who got big raises lately agree with you. This is your chance to give up your day job!
These have been a lot of fun to read. Thank you very much for the thought and effort you put in to this. I see it and applaud you. It is incredible the amount of things you are responsible for and you still find the time to put together quality like this. On behalf of myself and hugh we say Great Work!
You're a hero for grinding through all that tape Seth! Really enjoyed this series and can't wait for the draft now (would definitely second the double dipping strategy with a class so deep).
I like Thomas but really don't like trading up for non-QBs. Does it work out sometimes? Of course but history says it's best not to because people aren't that great at evaluating draft picks. Multiple picks>1 pick. Chiefs will always need as many picks as possible with the big contracts on the books. See also: Tyreek Hill trade
I agree, and I think that Veach is going to let the draft come to him rather than chasing/trading up. After all, we could easily take a CB, OT and DT if the right one is available at 32...
I tend to agree, but I think KC may be in a position again like last year where all of the true 1st rd guys go right before they pick. I would advocate for trading down but always need a trade partner for that. It would probably surprise me more if we made a pick at 32 rather than trading up or down.
My dream scenario: grab Mitchell in the first round (praying he is available). Polk falls deep into the second because teams are afraid of his mediocre RAS numbers and we grab him even if we need to trade up a bit to get him OR grab Pearsall or McConkey at #64. Re-sign DSmith cheap at OT and watch Morris develop into a starting LOT by mid-season. Then, Three-peat.
That’s not too much to ask, is it? If it is, and it may well be, blame Seth’s WR kool-aid I have been drinking! Seriously, great work Seth!
Great stuff, Seth! I am a "go get Thomas" guy, but regardless of his availability, I want a WR in round 1 - any of your Tier two guys. Trade up to get the OT Patrick Paul, or Kingsley in Rnd 2. Then go get DT T'Vondre Sweat in Rnd 3. I would be happy with a IOL in Rnd 3 as well. It's been a long wait, I can't wait until tomorrow!
As you may or may not of seen today's X post, out of 19 years worth of first round draft picks , only 27% of wide receivers selected get 2nd contracts by the team that selected them or elsewhere. That's the lowest percentage of any position.
Meanwhile, The Lions reached a deal today on WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. He gets 4 years and more than $120M with $77M guaranteed.
St. Brown was drafted in the fourth round, 112th overall in the 2021 draft. Has over 3500 yards and 21 touchdowns in only 3 years.
6ft, 200lbs, 4.59 forty and he only had one great year in college.
Meanwhile, Rashee Rice has 938 yards and 7 TDs (and arguably wasn't even prioritized the first half of the season). So yeah, makes sense that most teams opt to move on.
Say Xavier Worthy (or any of the Tier 2 guys, take your pick) is there at 32. Is there a CB or OT that has a chance to fall to 32 and force Veach to let Worthy go?
How does the Amon-Ra St. Brown contract impact the draft? I'm thinking it puts pressure on grabbing rookie (cheap) wide-out talent -- a bit of a run just 24 hours before the draft opens -- so everybody goes earlier and it costs more to trade up. Thoughts?
Good work, Seth. Mitchell and Lagette it is. From what you wrote, I'd be surprised if Thomas doesn't go well above what draft picks the Chiefs can offer up.
Now watch Veach draft a DE at pick 26 just to hurt you once more.
I usually don't say stuff like this (as most of you here know), but in this particular case, if you're so inclined, please share this piece far and wide! It's the culmination of a month of work, and I'd love for Chiefs fans who don't know about this place to see it and get a preview of what they're missing haha.
The writing here reminds me of a guy I used to read at Arrowhead Pride named MNChiefsfan. That guy was bullish on Patrick Mahomes in 2017... I think I will share this piece with Brett Veach and hope his people get it to him. Thank you Seth!
hahaha that guy sounds like a real ace fella.
This series was exceptional! Learned so much and can’t wait to apply it starting Thursday. So, will the OT review post tomorrow morning? 🤣😉😳
hahaha now that I've done all this we can be nearly CERTAIN they take a tackle, lol.
Also, heading for the month of May to Longboat Key with the family. Will try to get to Ginny & Jane E’s and fatten up. Is that giant loaf of bread on their webpage their French toast?! Quoting a friend, “Gluttony is fun!”
hahaha it is indeed.
My wife LOVES their creme brulee french toast.
I think their sticky buns (caramel rolls) are the bet in the world.
Job well done, Seth; this series added more value than an Amon-Ra St. Brown contract extension.
I think you should raise your subscription price to those who reside at 1 Arrowhead Drive. 2A for Xavier Worthy? Yes, and apparently some people who got big raises lately agree with you. This is your chance to give up your day job!
These have been a lot of fun to read. Thank you very much for the thought and effort you put in to this. I see it and applaud you. It is incredible the amount of things you are responsible for and you still find the time to put together quality like this. On behalf of myself and hugh we say Great Work!
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Love your stuff Seth! Working on getting the fam subscribed.
Appreciate you!
Thank you is not enough to say for all the blood, sweat and tears you have poured out on these pre draft articles. Your work is greatly appreciated!
You're very kind!
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You're a hero for grinding through all that tape Seth! Really enjoyed this series and can't wait for the draft now (would definitely second the double dipping strategy with a class so deep).
I like Thomas but really don't like trading up for non-QBs. Does it work out sometimes? Of course but history says it's best not to because people aren't that great at evaluating draft picks. Multiple picks>1 pick. Chiefs will always need as many picks as possible with the big contracts on the books. See also: Tyreek Hill trade
I agree, and I think that Veach is going to let the draft come to him rather than chasing/trading up. After all, we could easily take a CB, OT and DT if the right one is available at 32...
I tend to agree, but I think KC may be in a position again like last year where all of the true 1st rd guys go right before they pick. I would advocate for trading down but always need a trade partner for that. It would probably surprise me more if we made a pick at 32 rather than trading up or down.
Great points, looking forward to whatever happens tonight!
Definitely a defensible position!
This was spectacular work. Truly excellent stuff. This article alone is worth my annual subscription. Kudos, sir.
Thanks Scott!
My dream scenario: grab Mitchell in the first round (praying he is available). Polk falls deep into the second because teams are afraid of his mediocre RAS numbers and we grab him even if we need to trade up a bit to get him OR grab Pearsall or McConkey at #64. Re-sign DSmith cheap at OT and watch Morris develop into a starting LOT by mid-season. Then, Three-peat.
That’s not too much to ask, is it? If it is, and it may well be, blame Seth’s WR kool-aid I have been drinking! Seriously, great work Seth!
Terrific work and great series! And I completely agree with your assessment—which means it has no chance of happening!
Great stuff, Seth! I am a "go get Thomas" guy, but regardless of his availability, I want a WR in round 1 - any of your Tier two guys. Trade up to get the OT Patrick Paul, or Kingsley in Rnd 2. Then go get DT T'Vondre Sweat in Rnd 3. I would be happy with a IOL in Rnd 3 as well. It's been a long wait, I can't wait until tomorrow!
Trade up for a Tackle. Take whoever falls at 64.
Yep. That's what we should do, and that's what we probably will do. The hit rate on 1st round tackles is more than 2x higher than the hit rate on 1st round WRs: https://www.reddit.com/r/KansasCityChiefs/comments/1cbvxcl/schefter_espn_content_producer_paulhembo/#lightbox
🥇Fantastic Read! Definitely sharing!
As you may or may not of seen today's X post, out of 19 years worth of first round draft picks , only 27% of wide receivers selected get 2nd contracts by the team that selected them or elsewhere. That's the lowest percentage of any position.
Meanwhile, The Lions reached a deal today on WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. He gets 4 years and more than $120M with $77M guaranteed.
St. Brown was drafted in the fourth round, 112th overall in the 2021 draft. Has over 3500 yards and 21 touchdowns in only 3 years.
6ft, 200lbs, 4.59 forty and he only had one great year in college.
Meanwhile, Rashee Rice has 938 yards and 7 TDs (and arguably wasn't even prioritized the first half of the season). So yeah, makes sense that most teams opt to move on.
Not a big trade up guy, but after last year, I think KC can do just about anything because Mahomes will drag them through the playoffs if he has to.
You had me at "Moneyball scene".
Say Xavier Worthy (or any of the Tier 2 guys, take your pick) is there at 32. Is there a CB or OT that has a chance to fall to 32 and force Veach to let Worthy go?
How does the Amon-Ra St. Brown contract impact the draft? I'm thinking it puts pressure on grabbing rookie (cheap) wide-out talent -- a bit of a run just 24 hours before the draft opens -- so everybody goes earlier and it costs more to trade up. Thoughts?
(See you are addressing this on Twitter/X :))
Good work, Seth. Mitchell and Lagette it is. From what you wrote, I'd be surprised if Thomas doesn't go well above what draft picks the Chiefs can offer up.
Now watch Veach draft a DE at pick 26 just to hurt you once more.