We’re only two days away from the NFL Draft. Let’s take a look at some assorted draft notes out of the AFC:
- The Chiefs are armed with 12 selections in the upcoming draft, including picks No. 29 and No. 30. According to Albert Breer of SI.com, Kansas City’s front office has started to call teams in the 20s about trading up. Breer opines that a potential deal could precede a second trade up the draft board.. Breer speculates that the Chiefs could be eyeing one of the league’s top receivers, but he also cautions that the front office could make “an aggressive move” for a cornerback or pass-rusher.
- We can add two more teams to the list of Trevor Penning suitors. According to Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com, the Titans and Chiefs are among the teams being mentioned as landing spots for the Northern Iowa left tackle. Kansas City would likely have to trade up in order to acquire the lineman. The Ravens, Titans, and Panthers have previously been linked to Penning.
- Four prospects are believed to be in play for the Jaguars at No. 1 overall, but ESPN’s Todd McShay is hearing a lot of buzz around Georgia edge rusher Travon Walker. Sources believe the Jaguars prefer Walker’s “upside and traits” over Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson‘s “proven production, motor, and leadership.”
- The Texans are high on Ohio State wide receiver Garrett Wilson, according to McShay. However, the Texans won’t take the wideout at No. 3, and they’d probably have to trade up from No. 13 in order to select Wilson. If that ends up being an unrealistic path, McShay could also envision the Texans trading out of the No. 13 spot.
- The first QB off the board could end up going to the Steelers at No. 20, according to McShay. Pittsburgh is apparently eyeing Liberty’s Malik Willis, and the signal-caller could end up falling in their lap. However, the reporter seems to be cautioning that the Steelers may not be able to pull off “a Bill Belichick” (referring to last year’s Mac Jones pick), meaning the front office may have to trade up if they want Willis.
I just pray the Steelers don’t trade up for a qb. If Willis or Pickett fall to them I think I’d take one of them. Still, I’d rather take o line or DB
Big mistake. Pickett will have the better NFL career.
I suspect so too. I think Tomlin is pushing too hard for Willis, but giving up picks to move up is a big mistake.
I think Willis is the 5th best QB in this draft. He is so far from being ready to play. Half of his rookie contract will be over before he’s game ready.
Seems they are enamored with his running ability and how it will benefit the Matt Canada offense
Steelers are better off taking a lineman on either side of the ball and see whoever is left at qb with the second or third round pick. Let Mitch do his thing with a solid run game and build that line back up.
Maybe it’s just me but production, motor, and leadership sounds a lot better than upside and traits. Especially if you have doubts about the team being able to use those traits and unlock the upside.
He didn’t produce that much until his last year. He’s the same age as Tua and Herbert, but couldn’t beat up the ACC until they were in their second pro year.
Yeah but isn’t there something to be said for working your tail off to improve? I’m not sure any QB is first round material but I’ve watched this until my eyes are bleary. If any of these kids is ready to step in almost immediately, it’s Pickett
I’m sure he’s a hard worker, but if it takes you five seasons in the ACC to have a great one and your physical tools aren’t great, I’m not touching you in the first round.
This was my reaction after looking at his career. This is the ACC and not the SEC. And to me, it lessens the promise of Willis or Ridder