The Kansas City Chiefs select Jerrck McKinnon, offensive weapon, Georgia State.
The saying goes "Jack of All Trades, Master of None" and that could easily the case for the former read-option QB for the Eagles. However, the Cheufs will use McKinnon's speed and athleticism in carrying out whatever role coaches have for him in special teams most likely replacing Knile Davis as a kickoff returner and possibly Dexter McCluster fielding punts.
Having said that, McKinnon's resume as a runner at Georgia State makes the case that he can fulfill the role as an NFL feature running back though he's not the prototypical Andy Reid back a la Brian Westbrook, LaSean McCoy or the man two spots ahead of him on the Chiefs depth chart in Jamaal Charles. If he establishes himself as a special team returner, the Chiefs have the bonus of opening a roster spot by designating McKinnon as the third string running back.
TL;DR? "Cyrus Gray?
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Chiefs 2016 Opponents:
Home: JAX, TEN, NO, TB, NYJ. Away: HOU, IND, ATL, CAR, PIT
Chiefs 2017 Opponents:
Home: BUF, MIA, PHI, WSH, AFC North. Away: NE, NYJ, NYG, DAL, AFC South
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