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BREAKING: Chiefs Could Use the Draft to Solidify Questionable WR Corps<\/p>\n

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Nov 9, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) runs with the ball during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images \/ Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images<\/div>\n
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The Kansas City Chiefs have several talented pass catchers in starting positions, but few quality pass catchers beyond that initial set. The Chiefs made it through the entire season without their lack of depth at wide receiver hurting them much, but that changed in the Super Bowl.<\/p>\n

In their Super Bowl blowout to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Chiefs’ offense was shut down in nearly every capacity. Xavier Worthy registered 157 yards, but it did not significantly impact the game. Rashee Rice was still injured, leaving the Chiefs with few pass-catching options.<\/p>\n

After Worthy’s 157 yards, the next closest in terms of yards was Travis Kelce, who finished with 39 yards. The Super Bowl was a good example of what can happen to the Chiefs if they refuse to address their wide receiver position again, as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

Marco Enriquez of the Pro Football Network released his most recent mock draft with first-round selections for every team in the National Football League. Enriquez believes the Chiefs will select wide receiver Luther Burton III from Missouri.<\/p>\n

“The\u00a0Kansas City Chiefs\u00a0are looking for answers at wide receiver.\u00a0Rashee Rice\u00a0is returning, but\u00a0Travis Kelce\u2019s future production is uncertain, and\u00a0Xavier Worthy\u00a0is dealing with off-field issues. Adding an offensive playmaker is a top priority after an underwhelming offensive season and a blowout loss in the\u00a0Super Bowl,” Enriquez said.<\/p>\n

Enriquez believes\u00a0the Chiefs\u00a0<\/u>will use their first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft to help add to the unit, which is thin and could get thinner at any moment. The Chiefs have Rice, Worthy, and Kelce, but they are one injury or off-the-field issue away from having a depleted unit.<\/p>\n

“Luther Burden III\u00a0is coming off a down season after a dominant campaign in 2023. However, that was largely due to Missouri\u2019s puzzling offensive scheme rather than a decline in talent,” Enriquez\u00a0said.<\/p>\n

“Burden is strong and physical in contested-catch situations. His ability to win in tight coverage should translate well to the NFL. Some teams may see him as a pure slot receiver, but once he\u2019s free from his college scheme, Burden could unlock even more potential.”<\/p>\n

Kansas City<\/u> must continue improving Patrick Mahomes’ supporting cast over this offseason.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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