*****The Cornell Powell Thread*****

[Dante84]

MY GUY!!!!!

More to come!

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Powell was a top-50 prospect nationally coming out of Greenville, North Carolina, but struggled during his first four years on campus to get playing time ahead of talented pass catchers Mike Williams, Tee Higgins, Justyn Ross, Hunter Renfrow, Deon Cain, Ray-Ray McCloud, Amari Rodgers, Artavis Scott and Diondre Overton (plus Jordan Leggett at tight end). He played in nine games as a reserve in 2016 (12 receptions, 87 yards, 7.3 average) and 14 games in 2017 (eight receptions, 57 yards, one touchdown, 7.1 average; three kick returns, 65 yards, 21.7 average). Powell redshirted his third year with the national-champion Tigers but played in four games (five receptions, 63 yards, 12.6 average; four kick returns, 117 yards, 29.3 average) as a backup while maintaining the year of eligibility. He was a larger part of Clemson's offense in 2019 (15 receptions, 122 yards, 8.1 average, two touchdowns). With Higgins off to the pros and Ross sidelined due to a spinal condition, Powell played well enough to earn third-team All-ACC honors (53 receptions, 882 yards, 16.6 average, seven touchdowns). He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl. -- by Chad Reuter

Overview
Unique evaluation as a wideout who came into the program as a four-star recruit, never beat out talent in front of him and then put together impressive tape in his single season as full-time starter. Powell is well-skilled beyond the career production as he's clearly taken in the coaching and learned from others at the position. He's smooth but will have to win with route polish and competitiveness as his long speed and separation burst appear to be very average, which could lead to a higher number of contested catches outside the Clemson offense. The tape is good but the testing will be important as teams grapple with the single season of production. Powell will be an NFL backup, at worst.
Strengths

Moves around the field with smooth gait.
Leverages route turns against tight man coverage.
Sneaky hand fighting to create separation.
Clears out catch space at the top of his routes.
Showed and proved as downfield ball-tracker and body-stacker.
Athletic in air with outstanding body control and catch instincts.
Plucks it at high-point and hides it away from swatting hands.
Plus hand-eye coordination through noisy catch-points.
Quarterback's friend with sudden but soft hands.
Will go get the football where it is thrown.
Gets run-ready even before completing hitch catch.
Not overly elusive but makes tacklers miss after catch.
Has ability as a stalk and wall-off blocker.

Weaknesses

Only one year over 15 catches and 125 yards in a season.
High-cut with limited wiggle in his movements.
Expect average release success against press.
Drive gear doesn't seem to generate panic in cornerbacks.
Route fakes lack salesmanship.
Below-average separation burst.
Route asks were rather basic at Clemson.
Dropped easy would-be touchdown catch headed into end zone against Virginia Tech.


<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/CornellPowell17?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CornellPowell17</a> is coming in to compete, and we simply can&#39;t wait! <a href="https://t.co/45HcSEWAia">pic.twitter.com/45HcSEWAia</a></p>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/1388649436595646468?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[TLO]

CORN HOLE

[The Franchise]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Cornell Powell was drafted with pick 181 of round 5 in the 2021 draft class. He scored a 7.58 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 611 out of 2517 WR from 1987 to 2021. <a href="https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK">https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RAS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RAS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> <a href="https://t.co/UNSaPsGicR">pic.twitter.com/UNSaPsGicR</a></p>&mdash; Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) <a href="https://twitter.com/MathBomb/status/1388577055655276544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[Titty Meat]

CUM!!!1!

[staylor26]

I called this earlier today

Powell would be a great WR pickup too

My gut tells me he’s the WR we end up with today.

[Deberg_1990]

Cornell JAG

[The Franchise]

This. This I’m happy with.

[MahomesMagic]

Our cheap Demarcus replacement.

Not bad at this point.

[Dante84]

WOOOOOO!!!!!

[RunKC]

I called this earlier today

I watched this kid after reading your post. Really like him a lot.

Veach lighting a blow torch to end this draft LMAO

[Dante84]

I called this earlier today

Yes you did! Good job my dude!

[KChiefs1]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Cornell Powell was drafted with pick 181 of round 5 in the 2021 draft class. He scored a 7.58 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 611 out of 2517 WR from 1987 to 2021. <a href="https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK">https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RAS?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RAS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> <a href="https://t.co/UNSaPsGicR">pic.twitter.com/UNSaPsGicR</a></p>— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) <a href="https://twitter.com/MathBomb/status/1388577055655276544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>


RAS & SPARQ!

[In58men]

Love this fucking pick!

[Chieftain]

His tape looks really good for someone drafted this late.

[ThyKingdomCome15]

He'll compete with D-Rob for sure.

Kinda like fenton. He didn't get a lot of reps at football power house Clemson. Very interesting.

[Tribal Warfare]

Our cheap Demarcus replacement.

Not bad at this point.


I like this too, anything to cut bait away from functionally retarded Robinson

[Easy 6]

"Buried on Clemson depth chart until the 2020 season, Powell took advantage of his opportunity as a 5th year senior. A competitive receiver who proved capable of making plays in catch and run situations and as a contested catch weapon downfield. He is tough to bring down on quick screens, with a stout running back build and the balance to run through tackles. While he's not particularly long, he can win even without creating separation. He also shows tremendous feel as a route runner, consistently beating Ohio States Shaun Wade in the college football playoff semifinals"

Nothing not to like there, sounds a lot like Sammy Watkins

[Kiimo]

I worry about his speed but everything else seems fine

[tredadda]

I called this earlier today

Good call. Why did he last so long?

[comochiefsfan]

REALLY liking this draft so far.

[The Franchise]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> newest wide receiver is an absolute savage <a href="https://t.co/MQaK8WS93n">pic.twitter.com/MQaK8WS93n</a></p>&mdash; Austin Cunningham (@_BigCountry) <a href="https://twitter.com/_BigCountry/status/1388579321183449095?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[oldman]

He'll show D-Rob the door for sure.

FYP

[DaneMcCloud]

Good call. Why did he last so long?

Because he was a 5th year senior who is almost 24 years old.

[Dante84]

Good call. Why did he last so long?

He didn't break out until late in his college career, so a small sample size. But he's trending up instead of down, which I loved.

[RunKC]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Cornell Powell was drafted with pick 181 of round 5 in the 2021 draft class. He scored a 7.58 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 611 out of 2517 WR from 1987 to 2021. <a href="https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK">https://t.co/Q2ct0PfuxK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RAS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RAS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> <a href="https://t.co/UNSaPsGicR">pic.twitter.com/UNSaPsGicR</a></p>&mdash; Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) <a href="https://twitter.com/MathBomb/status/1388577055655276544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Why does this Twitter account have false info? He ran a 4.47 at his pro day. That’s way better than the reported 4.53

[Pablo]

Totally cool with this. Don't know shit about the guy but that scouting report is good enough to keep me interested.

[TLO]

"Buried on Clemson depth chart until the 2020 season, Powell took advantage of his opportunity as a 5th year senior. A competitive receiver who proved capable of making plays in catch and run situations and as a contested catch weapon downfield. He is tough to bring down on quick screens, with a stout running back build and the balance to run through tackles. While he's not particularly long, he can win even without creating separation. He also shows tremendous feel as a route runner, consistently beating Ohio States Shaun Wade in the college football playoff semifinals"

Nothing not to like there, sounds a lot like Sammy Watkins

Sounds like Sammy Watkins runs like Marc Boerighter

[BossChief]

The Thornhill or Kelce of Receivers.

I love this pick!

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The NFL just let Andy Reid draft this monster. <a href="https://t.co/p4iS1LCGJJ">pic.twitter.com/p4iS1LCGJJ</a></p>&mdash; CHIEFS HIGHLIGHTS (@ChiefsHighlight) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefsHighlight/status/1388580031337832450?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[Kiimo]

Why does this Twitter account have false info? He ran a 4.47 at his pro day. That’s way better than the reported 4.53



That's very good news thank you

[TLO]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The NFL just let Andy Reid draft this monster. <a href="https://t.co/p4iS1LCGJJ">pic.twitter.com/p4iS1LCGJJ</a></p>&mdash; CHIEFS HIGHLIGHTS (@ChiefsHighlight) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefsHighlight/status/1388580031337832450?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He has bigger tits than some of the girls down at the local strip club.

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Welcome to KC, Cornell Powell! <a href="https://t.co/TeXWrzD1OU">pic.twitter.com/TeXWrzD1OU</a></p>&mdash; CHIEFS HIGHLIGHTS (@ChiefsHighlight) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefsHighlight/status/1388577997507072000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[TLO]

Sounds like Sammy Watkins runs like Marc Boerighter

Why does this Twitter account have false info? He ran a 4.47 at his pro day. That’s way better than the reported 4.53

That's very good news thank you

:hmmm:

[ThyKingdomCome15]

FYP

LMAO

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs receiver Cornell Powell���� <a href="https://t.co/wprvKdYCHL">pic.twitter.com/wprvKdYCHL</a></p>&mdash; Braiden Turner (@bturner23) <a href="https://twitter.com/bturner23/status/1388577339727044608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[ThyKingdomCome15]

This kid runs 4.47. D-Rob 4.59. Hmm...

Another Senior Bowl kid. That trend continues.

[Kiimo]

Well he passed the "getting off the bus" test

[-King-]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs receiver Cornell Powell���� <a href="https://t.co/wprvKdYCHL">pic.twitter.com/wprvKdYCHL</a></p>&mdash; Braiden Turner (@bturner23) <a href="https://twitter.com/bturner23/status/1388577339727044608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Dude literally came watching that.

[Tribal Warfare]

The Thornhill or Kelce of Receivers.

I love this pick!

Hopefully bloodies anus' and rapes like Snead's impact

[Easy 6]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs receiver Cornell Powell���� <a href="https://t.co/wprvKdYCHL">pic.twitter.com/wprvKdYCHL</a></p>&mdash; Braiden Turner (@bturner23) <a href="https://twitter.com/bturner23/status/1388577339727044608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Just murdered him, wow LMAO

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Chiefs Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell will be a &quot;post-up receiver&quot; for KC and can &quot;pick up where Sammy left off.&quot;</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582077352882178?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[KCUnited]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs receiver Cornell Powell���� <a href="https://t.co/wprvKdYCHL">pic.twitter.com/wprvKdYCHL</a></p>&mdash; Braiden Turner (@bturner23) <a href="https://twitter.com/bturner23/status/1388577339727044608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Dude made a guy jizz himself with a kid in the room

[staylor26]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Chiefs Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell will be a &quot;post-up receiver&quot; for KC and can &quot;pick up where Sammy left off.&quot;</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582077352882178?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Makes a ton of sense.

[Tribal Warfare]

Makes a ton of sense.

Yep it'll help Mahomes during endzone 50/50 throws

[Iconic]

ESPN said he had the fastest GPS speeds of any WR at the senior bowl. Football speed baby, I like it.

[The Franchise]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell is going to be different than any other WRs the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> have or have had recently and didn&#39;t want to compare him to any recent Chiefs. David Hinson (Area Scout) agreed. Strong guy, strong hands, enough route-savvy.</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582891848863747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[KChiefs1]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs receiver Cornell Powell���� <a href="https://t.co/wprvKdYCHL">pic.twitter.com/wprvKdYCHL</a></p>— Braiden Turner (@bturner23) <a href="https://twitter.com/bturner23/status/1388577339727044608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>


staylor26?

[flinchfree]

Watching his tape you see him switch off the power after he's won the initial battle and gone through the first 4 gears.
He can be trained to get into 5th and keep cruising at that speed, he'll finish off a bunch of runs an extra 10 yards down the field.

Not bad.:clap:

[comochiefsfan]

How does he feel about the idea of running backwards while swinging around the ball wildly with one hand?

[MahomesMagic]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell is going to be different than any other WRs the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> have or have had recently and didn&#39;t want to compare him to any recent Chiefs. David Hinson (Area Scout) agreed. Strong guy, strong hands, enough route-savvy.</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582891848863747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I like how we are drafting receiving options that can run routes in Powell and Gray.

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/LRiddickESPN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LRiddickESPN</a> on Cornell Powell.<br><br>“KC needs this. He wins on the outside. He’s a great route runner. He’s strong after the catch and in between the numbers. He’s a great double move route runner. He’s much different than the profile of WR they have right now. Veach wanted this.”</p>&mdash; Jarrett Sutton (@JarrettTSutton) <a href="https://twitter.com/JarrettTSutton/status/1388583816218939394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[RunKC]

Just give him Robinson’s job today. He’s already way better

[Dante84]

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[Halfcan]

The kid looks like a stud- another great prospect to put in the system.

[htismaqe]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell is going to be different than any other WRs the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> have or have had recently and didn&#39;t want to compare him to any recent Chiefs. David Hinson (Area Scout) agreed. Strong guy, strong hands, enough route-savvy.</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582891848863747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

At first I liked this pick. Now I love it. They’re going to try new things at WR, just like they did with the o-line.

This team just doesn’t sit still. I love it.

[MahomesMagic]

At first I liked this pick. Now I love it. They’re going to try new things at WR, just like they did with the o-line.

This team just doesn’t sit still. I love it.

Mahomes doesn't like it when the WR isn't where they are supposed to be.

What Pat wants, Pat gets.

[Bob Dole]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Chiefs Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell will be a &quot;post-up receiver&quot; for KC and can &quot;pick up where Sammy left off.&quot;</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582077352882178?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I hope he doesn’t mean on the trainer’s table.

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The NFL just let Andy Reid draft this monster. <a href="https://t.co/p4iS1LCGJJ">pic.twitter.com/p4iS1LCGJJ</a></p>&mdash; CHIEFS HIGHLIGHTS (@ChiefsHighlight) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefsHighlight/status/1388580031337832450?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

looks like a slower Metcalf

[Easy 6]

At first I liked this pick. Now I love it. They’re going to try new things at WR, just like they did with the o-line.

This team just doesn’t sit still. I love it.

Yep, you always gotta push the boundaries and keep innovating

This dudes built like a tank, gonna be a helluva RAC guy

[carcosa]

Mahomes will make him a STAR!!!!!!!!!!

[tredadda]

I hope he doesn’t mean on the trainer’s table.

LMAO

[SAGA45]

Michael Irvin

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs WR Cornell Powell hasn’t had a carb in a decade ��<a href="https://t.co/LcaXmHJF6V">pic.twitter.com/LcaXmHJF6V</a></p>&mdash; PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF_Fantasy/status/1388597380589699078?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[Easy 6]

He's a gigantic 210, gonna put the hurt on some DB's no doubt

[The Franchise]

Discount AJ Brown?

[staylor26]

Discount AJ Brown?

Pretty much.

I like Lance Zierlein’s comparison for him.

James Jones.

[Tribal Warfare]

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[Easy 6]

Discount AJ Brown?

As a 5th rounder?

I'll take it

[The Franchise]

As a 5th rounder?

I'll take it

Most definitely.

[notorious]

Doesn't jump out at me.

We will see.

[Hammock Parties]

Rod Smith.

[Bump]

He's got biceps that sort of remind you of Terrell Owens

[neech]

As a 5th rounder?

I'll take it

Poses the question, why didn't he get taken before it got this far in the draft?

:hmmm:

[Hammock Parties]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Chiefs WR Cornell Powell hasn’t had a carb in a decade ��<a href="https://t.co/LcaXmHJF6V">pic.twitter.com/LcaXmHJF6V</a></p>&mdash; PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF_Fantasy/status/1388597380589699078?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This guy is going to have some serious baby mamas around KC.

[UChieffyBugger]

For those worried about him being 23...Adam Thelan was 23 as a udfa and even got waived at one point by the viks before making his debut age 24 the next season. Also Calvin Ridley was 23 when he made his debut for the Falcons aswell. This guy should have a massive chip on his shoulder after what he's been through at Clemson and hopefully it fuels him to be a star in this league. He's certainly got the tools to do it.

[Tribal Warfare]

He's got biceps that sort of remind you of Terrell Owens

Sterling Sharpe

[FloridaMan88]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Director of College Scouting Ryne Nutt says Cornell Powell is going to be different than any other WRs the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> have or have had recently and didn&#39;t want to compare him to any recent Chiefs. David Hinson (Area Scout) agreed. Strong guy, strong hands, enough route-savvy.</p>&mdash; Joshua Brisco (@jbbrisco) <a href="https://twitter.com/jbbrisco/status/1388582891848863747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Seems like this is the type of WR the Chiefs were trying to add this offseason going back to the attempted JuJu signing.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

He’s 24. I think that’s why he slid

[neech]

He’s 24. I think that’s why he slid

Old man Powell

[JakeF]

Another guy who is probably going to kick a veteran off the squad.

[JakeF]

He’s 24. I think that’s why he slid
23, which is not old at all.

[Bowser]

Looks like we might have found our X receiver

[JakeF]

Looks like we might have found our X receiver
He could turn out to be a quality possession receiver. He'll block too.

I wonder if he takes over Robinson's role.

[tredadda]

He could turn out to be a quality position receiver. He'll block too.

I wonder if he take over Robinson's role.

One can only hope.

[Halfcan]

Looks like we might have found our X receiver

:thumb:

[Bowser]

Can you imagine that phone call?

"Hey Cornell, this is Brett Veach - general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs. I was just wondering what you think about the idea of catching passes from Patrick Mahomes, and if that is something you might be interested in? We just happen to have your position available on the team at the moment, if you hadn't heard....."

[Sorce]

Newest chiefs receiver. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210501/c8e1d12f0ecf9b9a8e873f5fea77d695.jpg

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[dlphg9]

Being 23 is a terrible reason to pass on this stud. According to Pro Football Reference a WR usually peaks at age 26-27. We'd get pretty much his best years on a rookie contract.

[Halfcan]

Being 23 is a terrible reason to pass on this stud. According to Pro Football Reference a WR usually peaks at age 26-27. We'd get pretty much his best years on a rookie contract.

I am glad that he is not a 5'7 scat back type. The guy is built like a tank, he can destroy the middle of defenses.

[Pablo]

I'm getting pretty stoked on this dude after listening to him speak and seeing him without a shirt on.

My panties are wet.

[Skyy God]

I really like this pick.

[ChiefsFanatic]

Mahomes doesn't like it when the WR isn't where they are supposed to be.



What Pat wants, Pat gets.Mahomes isn't a big fan of dropping passes that hit you in the face mask.

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[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Powell tallied four grabs of 50+ yards in 2020, recording at least one reception of 20+ yards in seven of his final eight games.<br><br>Enter Patrick Mahomes. This dude is gonna be a stud in KC. <a href="https://t.co/hk0dl3WmZ8">https://t.co/hk0dl3WmZ8</a></p>&mdash; Matt McMullen (@KCChiefs_Matt) <a href="https://twitter.com/KCChiefs_Matt/status/1388649058617679877?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[Halfcan]

Powell will put up better stats than Sammy did last year.

[JakeF]

It will be really nice to have a guy that can abuse smaller CBs now. I think Powell is also going to be one of our better route runners too. Also run blocking.

3 things that we have been forced to use Kelce for, now maybe we won't. The improvement in the offensive line and a legit possession receiver will hopefully allow us to turn Kelce loose. That's right, with as good as Kelce has been he's still been restricted by our offensive issues. :D

[ModSocks]

Reminds me of Deebo Samuel.

[Cosmos]

A hands catcher...with 10 in. paws...

Love WR’s that don’t have to use their body to corral the ball.

[Dante84]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just going to leave this here for Chiefs Kingdom. <a href="https://t.co/wE9rWxefUY">pic.twitter.com/wE9rWxefUY</a></p>&mdash; CHIEFS HIGHLIGHTS (@ChiefsHighlight) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefsHighlight/status/1388608255367294979?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[kccrow]

Very happy with Powell at this stage of the draft. I said in the draft forum I'd really like him on day 3, so long as it isn't any earlier. Good developmental guy on an upward trend. Certainly has the chance to replace DRob in 2022.

[BigChiefFan]

Big upside prospect, who has a good shot of contributing going forward.

[Mecca]

Powell's career consists of playing with..Deshaun Watson, Trevor Lawrence, DJ Uiagaleilei and now Mahomes...I don't think a receiver could ask for better.

[Hammock Parties]

I AM GAY

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[kccrow]

I AM GAY


We know. We've always known.

[Halfcan]

Seems like a real steal for the CHiefs!

[thabear04]

Is it true he hasn’t had a carb since a decade?

[Fat Elvis]

Is it true he hasn’t had a carb since a decade?

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[DTVietnam]

I love this draft
I love this team
I love all the moves this offseason
I love Veech

The Chiefs know how to find character guys with good work ethic who love football. .

[siberian khatru]

Can you imagine that phone call?

"Hey Cornell, this is Brett Veach - general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs. I was just wondering what you think about the idea of catching passes from Patrick Mahomes, and if that is something you might be interested in? We just happen to have your position available on the team at the moment, if you hadn't heard....."

“That dude who lost the Super Bowl? Fuck no, I’m going UDFA to Brady.”

[Deberg_1990]

Chris Conley upside. For a 6th rounder, Id be cool with that.

[penchief]

A hands catcher...with 10 in. paws...

Love WR’s that don’t have to use their body to corral the ball.

He doesn't seem bothered by contact, either. Looks like he can make catches when he's well covered and being bumped around. That's something you didn't really see with Conley, or even Hardman.

[Bowser]

“That dude who lost the Super Bowl? Fuck no, I’m going UDFA to Brady.”

Have we cut this piece of shit yet?

[Bowser]

He doesn't seem bothered by contact, either. Looks like he can make catches when he's well covered and being bumped around. That's something you didn't really see with Conley, or even Hardman.

I don't want to get too high on the prospect of this kid, but when was the last time we had a physical receiver in his mold? I hope he wows everyone and wins the X position THIS year.

[pugsnotdrugs19]

I don't want to get too high on the prospect of this kid, but when was the last time we had a physical receiver in his mold? I hope he wows everyone and wins the X position THIS year.

Agreed. I’ve been watching some of his stuff on YouTube and there is untapped potential in his frame. Perfect fit for the ‘X’ role.

If he can pick up the playbook, I think he could immediately produce more than our other current options would. There’s just some uniqueness to him that I think could turn into a steal.

Our entire day 3 set of picks have high ceilings IMHO. Will they all meet them? No, but I think Powell might actually have the best chance of the bunch.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

If he wasn’t 24 he would’ve been drafted in day 2

[Hammock Parties]

He really is the perfect complement to Tyreek and Kelce.

He's like right in between those guys and does stuff they can't do.

[RunKC]

I don't want to get too high on the prospect of this kid, but when was the last time we had a physical receiver in his mold? I hope he wows everyone and wins the X position THIS year.

Chris Conley. And he was actually quite good for us in 2018 when Sammy missed a lot of games.

[Bowser]

Chris Conley. And he was actually quite good for us in 2018 when Sammy missed a lot of games.

I can't remember Conley breaking tackles like Powell did in college, but I suppose that's not a bad comparison.

Feels like Conley never lived up to his numbers or potential here; he was a pretty decent receiver for Jax.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

He really is the perfect complement to Tyreek and Kelce.

He's like right in between those guys and does stuff they can't do.

Tyreek can literally do everything. Need a contested ball catch check. Need him to run any route check. Need him to run jet sweeps check.

[Dante84]

I can't remember Conley breaking tackles like Powell did in college, but I suppose that's not a bad comparison.

Feels like Conley never lived up to his numbers or potential here; he was a pretty decent receiver for Jax.

Conley was just a big target who had a good connection with Patrick and somewhat reliable hands. He was also benefitting from Kareem Hunt drawing the defense’s focus instead of dropping 7-8 into coverage.

Powell reminds me of what we had in Maclin, albeit slower, but smooth routes and solid hands. And he’s stronger..

[Hammock Parties]

Tyreek can literally do everything. Need a contested ball catch check. Need him to run any route check. Need him to run jet sweeps check.

This guy is a fucking beast. Tyreek isn't running through five guys on any play.

He could bring a little of what Bowe gave us in that intermediate range. We haven't had anyone like that since.

[Chieftain]

And he seems very intelligent, too.

[Chris Meck]

He's a unique body. We haven't had anyone like that here. I'm very intrigued.

[Hammock Parties]

He's a unique body.

http://24.media.tumblr.com/3874ce45b625c24e0606333edc14e696/tumblr_mq37x2yLXx1riqy1to1_400.gif

[Skyy God]

Seems like he tracks the football well.

[RunKC]

Conley was just a big target who had a good connection with Patrick and somewhat reliable hands. He was also benefitting from Kareem Hunt drawing the defense’s focus instead of dropping 7-8 into coverage.

Powell reminds me of what we had in Maclin, albeit slower, but smooth routes and solid hands. And he’s stronger..

Yup and that was big upgrade over what we had last year.

No defense was worried about Robinson or Pringle. They were complete non-factors. Conley wasn’t great but at least he could make enough plays to force defenses to keep an eye on him.

Thankfully we’re getting that with Powell, be it with more potential

[pugsnotdrugs19]

He reminds me of AJ Brown. And I’m not saying he’ll ever be that good, but that’s just what he looks like to me.

[oldman]

All of our WRs don't have to be rockets. I'd just like one that will win a contested ball, gain 9 yards when 5 is needed, runs a disciplined route, and doesn't run backwards.

[bigjosh]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210502/edd6db5c30eb80d216d26b663f9a6d98.jpg

[JakeF]

Chris Conley upside. For a 6th rounder, Id be cool with that.I want more than that. Conley hit his plateau way too quickly.

[CasselGotPeedOn]

I want more than that. Conley hit his plateau way too quickly.

He's a 5th round pick, you're not gonna get more than that.

[Chris Meck]

He's a 5th round pick, you're not gonna get more than that.

you absolutely might.

You might get an all-pro.

Or, you might get a guy that gets cut before the season starts.

That's the thing with 'upside' picks.

MAYBE you get a Conley level player.

If you take guys that are experienced and physically tapped out you know pretty much what you're getting. If you're taking guys that fell in the draft for reasons other than physical ability you're taking a chance that you can unlock their potential. All late round picks are not equal.

I like our coaching staff's odds more than most.

But it's still a crapshoot.

[CasselGotPeedOn]

you absolutely might.

You might get an all-pro.

Or, you might get a guy that gets cut before the season starts.

That's the thing with 'upside' picks.

MAYBE you get a Conley level player.

If you take guys that are experienced and physically tapped out you know pretty much what you're getting. If you're taking guys that fell in the draft for reasons other than physical ability you're taking a chance that you can unlock their potential. All late round picks are not equal.

I like our coaching staff's odds more than most.

But it's still a crapshoot.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. But again he's a late 5th round pick. If he gives us what Conley did, we should all be happy.

[Chris Meck]

Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. But again he's a late 5th round pick. If he gives us what Conley did, we should all be happy.

Totally; but I think it's more likely he's either a star or another like...Pringle.

The unique abilities he has are either going to translate and he'll be awesome, or they won't and he'll be just a guy.

[KChiefs1]

Dane Brugler’s analysis: A one-year starter at Clemson, Powell emerged as a starting outside receiver as a senior in offensive coordinator Tony Elliott’s shotgun spread scheme. Over his first four years on campus, he found himself buried on the depth chart (behind future NFL receivers like Mike Williams, Hunter Renfrow, Deon Cain, Tee Higgins and others), but he matured as a senior (Dabo Swinney: “Cornell’s worked his tail off and grown up”) and had a breakout season in 2020, joining Sammy Watkins and DeAndre Hopkins as the only players in school history with 150-plus receiving yards in back-to-back games. … Overall, Powell isn’t an explosive route runner, but he is a top-flight competitor with balanced athleticism and plus ball skills to make in-air adjustments look routine. He projects as a potential Mohamed Sanu-like weapon.

[smithandrew051]

If this guys can just get 600-800 yards and 4-8 TDs, then it’s a great pick. I think those are reasonable numbers.

Just don’t make the major errors: running backwards, fumbles, drops, penalties, wrong routes, etc.

[penchief]

I am optimistic about this one. After watching his highlight videos, it seems like he has that guile all good receivers have. Looks like a tough smart football player who gets the mental aspect of the game. I love Mecole and I don’t think he’s close to reaching his ceiling, but I think that this might be the missing piece of his game. Can you imagine Hardman’s skills combined with a tactician’s mind?

[In58men]

Reminds me of James Jones

[Halfcan]

Reminds me of James Jones

:thumb: Jones was a stud.

[Tribal Warfare]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/MecoleHardman4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MecoleHardman4</a> <a href="https://t.co/5NZida9XeW">https://t.co/5NZida9XeW</a> <a href="https://t.co/8v3AtbwKPd">pic.twitter.com/8v3AtbwKPd</a></p>&mdash; Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) <a href="https://twitter.com/PatrickMahomes/status/1389033472933736461?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 3, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[DaneMcCloud]

.

LMAO

Holy SHIT! Fucking Patrick calling out Hardman not once, not twice but THREE TIMES!

LMAO

I love that guy.

[ThyKingdomCome15]

Hardman and Patrick need to figure out their funky chemistry on the field.

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

LMAO

Holy SHIT! ****ing Patrick calling out Hardman not once, not twice but THREE TIMES!

LMAO

I love that guy.

Powell's tweet shows him wearing #17, Hardman's number, is this what they are talking about?

[staylor26]

Powell's tweet shows him wearing #17, Hardman's number, is this what they are talking about?

Yes.

[KChiefs1]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/MecoleHardman4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MecoleHardman4</a> <a href="https://t.co/5NZida9XeW">https://t.co/5NZida9XeW</a> <a href="https://t.co/8v3AtbwKPd">pic.twitter.com/8v3AtbwKPd</a></p>— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) <a href="https://twitter.com/PatrickMahomes/status/1389033472933736461?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 3, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>


Powell looks better in 17 than Hardman.

[Dante84]

Hardman wants #4 but Henne is on the roster.

[flinchfree]

Number 8 would look stocky on Powell. 1+7.

[Tribal Warfare]

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[Dante84]

Found some full game tapes - remember, these aren't highlights, but rather full game cut-ups.

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[RaidersOftheCellar]

The only knock seems to be that he's not lightning quick, but he has the same 40 time as Antonio Brown.

[Dante84]

Also pretty crazy to think that in the games where blows up, a lot of the passes were from the (still good) backup QB.

[Dunerdr]

Chris Conley upside. For a 6th rounder, Id be cool with that.

I was just thinking this guy may be what Conley was supposed to be. I was big on Conley when we drafted him, but he just never really had the burst i had hoped for.

[staylor26]

Also pretty crazy to think that in the games where blows up, a lot of the passes were from the (still good) backup QB.

Yup, 2 of his best games.

He was so good down the stretch and just looks like an NFL WR on tape.

I think he’s your starting X by the end of the year or 2022 at the latest.

[Discuss Thrower]

The Jon Baldwin that was Promised

[Dunerdr]

The Jon Baldwin that was Promised

This name still irks me.

[Discuss Thrower]

This name still irks me.

Yeah I get I'm running the risk of that post reading like a troll but that wasn't the intent.

[Dunerdr]

Yeah I get I'm running the risk of that post reading like a troll but that wasn't the intent.

I didnt take it that way. He was probably a decent fella but im glad Thomas Jones got one in on him!

[Kiimo]

The only knock seems to be that he's not lightning quick, but he has the same 40 time as Antonio Brown.

I do think he looks slow in those clips but I'm also used to Tyreek so

[Dante84]

Maybe I'm crazy but, Powell in the 5th over Marshall in the 2nd is fine by me.

Marshall has 3 inches more and 3 years less than Powell, but he also had a foot injury. They had very similar 2020 campaigns, too.

Powell had 5 more catches and 100 more yards, and Marshall had 3 more touchdowns. But as you can see in the videos above, there were a few plays where Powell was tackled inside the 10 & 5 yard lines.

[Kiimo]

Marshall was never my love anyway, I had to the hots for Rashod Bateman and welp this always happens.

A year ago I thought Davanta Smith would fall to us haha

[BigCatDaddy]

The next Anquan Bolden

[ThyKingdomCome15]

This kid is a does his damage within 15 yards. He can really cut and runs some beautiful routes. Very good after the catch. He's very similar to Sammy but not quite as explosive or fast.

He's gonna be one helluva zone buster. I'll take Bolton and Powell over Marshall and whoever else would have been there. I don't believe Bolton would have been there with our last second round pick.

[Skyy God]

The Ringer has Watkins as his comp.

https://www.theringer.com/2021/5/4/22419164/late-round-rookies-instant-impact-sleeper-picks

“ The Chiefs’ passing offense has run heavily through the team’s top two receiving targets in Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill over the past couple of years, leaving an assortment of role-playing pass catchers rotating in as Patrick Mahomes’s tertiary option. But Sammy Watkins is now in Baltimore, and the likes of Mecole Hardman, Byron Pringle, and Demarcus Robinson have all failed to show much consistency or dependability in the team’s passing game. That could create an opportunity for the team’s fifth-round pick, Powell.

The four-star recruit was a late bloomer at Clemson, playing a reserve role his first four years there before breaking out as a redshirt senior, grabbing 53 catches for 882 yards and seven touchdowns in 2020. My pre-draft pro comparison for Powell was, interestingly enough, Sammy Watkins; he’s big, physical at the catch point, can stretch a defense deep, and offers some big-play potential―so when the Chiefs grabbed him as a Watkins replacement, it did pique my interest. He’ll have to really impress coaches in the preseason to leapfrog Hardman, Pringle, Robinson, and a handful of others, but if he can show consistency as a route runner and the ability to win on the outside when given the chance, he could earn a role as the team’s no. 3 receiving option sooner rather than later.

[staylor26]

This kid is a does his damage within 15 yards. He can really cut and runs some beautiful routes. Very good after the catch. He's very similar to Sammy but not quite as explosive or fast.

He's gonna be one helluva zone buster. I'll take Bolton and Powell over Marshall and whoever else would have been there. I don't believe Bolton would have been there with our last second round pick.

He’s not overly fast, but with his route running, size/strength, and body control, he has enough speed to win deep as well. Pretty sure he was one of, if not the best, in CFB last year at 40+ yard plays.

[Discuss Thrower]

.. if Powell had transferred because of playing time: would that have been seen as a knock on his character?

[Deberg_1990]

Why did He get drafted so low?

[Skyy God]

Why did He get drafted so low?

Injury and minimal production until last year.

[Dante84]

Why did He get drafted so low?

He was a late bloomer, so his body of work is smaller. Didn't break out until he was a 5th year senior. Normally the higher-drafted receivers have success earlier in their college careers.

Part of it was late development, part of it was the sheer amount of talent in front of him on the roster.

[wachashi]

Since we drafted him, I've watched quite a bit of Powell and I like his game. I'm not sure he gets a ton of snaps on offense this year, but that's not a knock on him. There's a steep learning curve and a handful of experienced players in front of him.

Other than Hill, I don't think this offense needs our wide receivers to do anything groundbreaking. Just run the route you're supposed to run (Hardman!), catch the ball when it's thrown to you, and block the guy you're supposed to block. And if the play breaks down, keep playing. The guys we have on the roster are all capable of doing that.

I really believe the re-tooled offensive line and the threat of a legit running game will make all of our receivers look better. The great thing about having Mahomes is that he sees the entire field and is willing to throw his receivers open. Mahomes has a completely different definition of the word "open" than most NFL QBs. Combine that vision and anticipation with an added second of time in the pocket, the comfort of knowing the guys in front of him can block, and the fact that the defense you're playing against is actually respecting the threat of the run, and I think we're going to see record-setting fireworks on offense this year.

[Dante84]

I love his ability to haul in contested catches. One-handed, off-balance, sideline, behind him - he's good at adjusting to make the play.

[htismaqe]

Cornell Powell makes Zierlein's list of best 3 picks per round...

https://www.nfl.com/news/2021-nfl-draft-lance-zierlein-s-three-favorite-picks-by-round

Cornell Powell
Clemson · WR
Kansas City Chiefs
No. 181 overall

Powell went from heralded recruit to one-year starter after getting stuck behind a talented group of pass catchers at Clemson. He’s not a burner or a sudden separator from his routes, but he’s smooth and skilled when the ball is in the air. He offers a bit of a different look from what the Chiefs currently have on their roster at that position.

[pugsnotdrugs19]

In the video the Chiefs posted showing the call to Powell, you hear EB kinda telling him that he needs to come in ready to roll because he has a big opportunity in front of him.

If he starts making plays in camp and we are hearing about it, I think he plays day one. But it will be hard for Andy to not start D-Rob week 1 I’m sure. Just seems to be his style.

[O.city]

Cornell Powell makes Zierlein's list of best 3 picks per round...

https://www.nfl.com/news/2021-nfl-draft-lance-zierlein-s-three-favorite-picks-by-round

Cornell Powell
Clemson · WR
Kansas City Chiefs
No. 181 overall

Powell went from heralded recruit to one-year starter after getting stuck behind a talented group of pass catchers at Clemson. He’s not a burner or a sudden separator from his routes, but he’s smooth and skilled when the ball is in the air. He offers a bit of a different look from what the Chiefs currently have on their roster at that position.

I've been reading and watching alot on him. I'm intrigued. I think he could be one of those late round guys that just got buried behind legit dudes at Clemson and had a really good pro career.

[smithandrew051]

His father, Colin, must be so proud

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

Cornell Powell makes Zierlein's list of best 3 picks per round...

https://www.nfl.com/news/2021-nfl-draft-lance-zierlein-s-three-favorite-picks-by-round

Cornell Powell
Clemson · WR
Kansas City Chiefs
No. 181 overall

Powell went from heralded recruit to one-year starter after getting stuck behind a talented group of pass catchers at Clemson. He’s not a burner or a sudden separator from his routes, but he’s smooth and skilled when the ball is in the air. He offers a bit of a different look from what the Chiefs currently have on their roster at that position.

His round 6 picks included:


Nick Niemann
Iowa · LB
Los Angeles Chargers
No. 185 overall
The Chargers were a disaster on special teams last season. Niemann has the physical traits and play demeanor to help in that area right away. He needs more experience, but he’s a plus athlete and effective tackler. He has early backup potential and could be a player on the rise

This guy gets it... Guys like Nick and Ben Niemenn are important role players. Ben Niemen shouldn't be starting, but cutting him would be idiotic...

[Couch-Potato]

Powell made ESPN's Top 10 Late-RD Steals:

Kansas City Chiefs selecting WR Cornell Powell (Clemson)
The pick: 181 (Round 5)

The No. 2 receiver position in Kansas City is up in the air at this point. While Byron Pringle and Demarcus Robinson have each had their opportunities over the years, neither has solidified himself as a legitimate option. There's a chance Powell can step in and be that guy.

Powell is one of the most physical route runners in the draft class at 6-foot and 204 pounds, and he broke out in a big way down the stretch in 2020. Over the final six games of Powell's collegiate career, he averaged well over 100 yards per contest and his 730 receiving yards were the sixth most in college football over that span. He then went to the Senior Bowl and had the second-highest win rate of any receiver in the one-on-ones against press coverage. That skill set can translate quickly.

Pretty Cool!

[smithandrew051]

I’m not sure we need a true #2 receiver.

Yeah, it would be nice to have Reggie Wayne to go with our Marvin Harrison.

I can envision having a #2 by committee approach. Maybe we don’t have 1 guy with 800 yards and 7 TDs, but I could see us having 3 guys with 500+ yards and 4-6 TDs in Hardman, Robinson, and Powell.

As long as they’re reliable when targeted, it might be effective to have several competent (but not great) weapons to make teams pay when they commit to stopping Hill and Kelce.

[wachashi]

Our number one receiver is Hill/Kelce. Our number two receiver is Hill/Kelce. The vast majority of the time we're rolling out 3 wide receiver sets, so we're going to need two of Robinson, Pringle, Hardman, Callaway, Powell to fill those spots. But yeah, I don't think it's really a weakness at all.

"What do we do if a team takes away Hill and Kelce?" That's monumentally difficult to do, and with our re-tooled offensive line, it's going to be even harder. If a team wants to dedicate four defenders to take away Hill and Kelce, then we should be running the ball at 10-yards a clip or throwing to a wide-open [insert your favorite receiver here].

[smithandrew051]

Our number one receiver is Hill/Kelce. Our number two receiver is Hill/Kelce. The vast majority of the time we're rolling out 3 wide receiver sets, so we're going to need two of Robinson, Pringle, Hardman, Callaway, Powell to fill those spots. But yeah, I don't think it's really a weakness at all.

"What do we do if a team takes away Hill and Kelce?" That's monumentally difficult to do, and with our re-tooled offensive line, it's going to be even harder. If a team wants to dedicate four defenders to take away Hill and Kelce, then we should be running the ball at 10-yards a clip or throwing to a wide-open [insert your favorite receiver here].

Agree with this.

The key for the receivers not named Kelce/Hill will be to make teams pay when they’re left open. Can’t have drops/fumbles/wrong or bad routes.

Run the play, catch the ball, protect the ball.

They don’t need to take over games, but they can’t make negative plays and give the defense gifts.

[Hoover]

This kid is going to catch 58 balls for 987 yards and 9 TDs this year!

[smithandrew051]

This kid is going to catch 58 balls for 987 yards and 9 TDs this year!

69 catches for 420 yards lmfao

[Dante84]

Our number one receiver is Hill/Kelce. Our number two receiver is Hill/Kelce. The vast majority of the time we're rolling out 3 wide receiver sets, so we're going to need two of Robinson, Pringle, Hardman, Callaway, Powell + Noah Gray to fill those spots. But yeah, I don't think it's really a weakness at all.

"What do we do if a team takes away Hill and Kelce?" That's monumentally difficult to do, and with our re-tooled offensive line, it's going to be even harder. If a team wants to dedicate four defenders to take away Hill and Kelce, then we should be running the ball at 10-yards a clip or throwing to a wide-open [insert your favorite receiver here].

The other new guy is going to contribute some as well

[Skyy God]

This kid is going to catch 58 balls for 987 yards and 9 TDs this year!

Lol.

Maybe 500/5.

[Dante84]

Dropping this in here and in the Gray thread

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We know Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill will be the top targets in KC. But what else is Patrick Mahomes working with? The draft could have changed a few things. My report on <a href="https://twitter.com/nflnetwork?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nflnetwork</a> <a href="https://t.co/juYe5mTMYG">pic.twitter.com/juYe5mTMYG</a></p>&mdash; James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/JamesPalmerTV/status/1390286946124062728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[WhawhaWhat]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">���� <a href="https://t.co/J27YZGg2ZO">pic.twitter.com/J27YZGg2ZO</a></p>&mdash; Cornell Powell (@CornellPowell14) <a href="https://twitter.com/CornellPowell14/status/1390364510096080896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[ModSocks]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">���� <a href="https://t.co/J27YZGg2ZO">pic.twitter.com/J27YZGg2ZO</a></p>&mdash; Cornell Powell (@CornellPowell14) <a href="https://twitter.com/CornellPowell14/status/1390364510096080896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

[htismaqe]

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

He's a raging bull, getting ready to gore someone.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

That’s not an angry emoji. Means like tough badass etc

[Marcellus]

I saw a tweet that showed Powell was clocked with the fastest speed on the field during the Senior Bowl at 20.7MPH or something like that.

[staylor26]

I saw a tweet that showed Powell was clocked with the fastest speed on the field during the Senior Bowl at 20.7MPH or something like that.

Now that you mention it, I remember seeing that too.

[staylor26]

Here it is:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here are fastest max speeds from Day 2 of Reese’s Senior Bowl practice (7-on-7’s, team, and WR/DB 1-on-1’s) per our partners at <a href="https://twitter.com/SlantsAI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SlantsAI</a>. <br><br>Cornell Powell - 20.47 mph<br>Dez Fitzpatrick - 19.92 mph<br>Demetric Felton - 19.61 mph<br>Thomas Graham Jr. - 19.49 mph<br>Khalil Herbert - 19.43 mph <a href="https://t.co/shtylau1ba">pic.twitter.com/shtylau1ba</a></p>&mdash; Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) <a href="https://twitter.com/JimNagy_SB/status/1355375124761993217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I don’t know if it was the fastest all week though.

[Skyy God]

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

He's redeeming the shitty mojo Hammy Watkins (2020 playoffs excluded) gave #14.

[htismaqe]

I think this guy is going to be good.

Big body, reasonably fast, good route runner.

[RunKC]

Huh. I was told you can’t get elite caliber athletes with production after the first rd LMAO

[htismaqe]

Huh. I was told you can’t get elite caliber athletes with production after the first rd LMAO

Well, he didn't have a ton of production. That's why he fell.

You're trying way too hard dude. You should probably quit while you're not too far behind.

[Skyy God]

Well, he didn't have a ton of production. That's why he fell.

You're trying way too hard dude. You should probably quit while you're not too far behind.

He produced in 2020.

[staylor26]

Huh. I was told you can’t get elite caliber athletes with production after the first rd LMAO

:facepalm:

He was not productive at all until the last several games of his career. Lack of production throughout his career is literally the biggest knock on him.

Also, his athleticism is above average, but not “elite”. I’m not using that word as lightly as you are.

[staylor26]

Also, what I said was you don’t get elite production AND elite athleticism/measurables outside of the 1st.

1. That doesn’t mean there aren’t rare exceptions to the rule.

2. That doesn’t mean you can’t get guys that have both production and athleticism. I’m specifically talking about elite levels for both.

[htismaqe]

He produced in 2020.

He didn't though.

Through the first 4 games of the season, he had 4 games with exactly 2 receptions in each game.

He had 4 receptions against GTech in Week 5. He followed that up with 2 catches against Syracuse.

He broke out in week 7 against BC with 11 catches. And followed that up with 6 catches each against ND and Pitt. He had 4 catches in each of the last 2 games of the regular season.

He finished the season with 53 catches, HALF of which basically came in just 3 games.

That's exactly why he fell. He didn't have anything close to consistent production.

[RunKC]

Well, he didn't have a ton of production. That's why he fell.

You're trying way too hard dude. You should probably quit while you're not too far behind.

He had just under 900 yards, 7 TD’s and over 16 YPC avg in 2020 on a team with Amari Rodgers and likely other top 100 WR’s.

He didn’t get a ton of stats previously bc the team had guys like Tee Higgins ahead of him.

That’s why he fell. It’s great value

[htismaqe]

He had just under 900 yards, 7 TD’s and over 16 YPC avg in 2020 on a team with Amari Rodgers and likely other top 100 WR’s.

He didn’t get a ton of stats previously bc the team had guys like Tee Higgins ahead of him.

That’s why he fell. It’s great value

It absolutely is great value.

What you're missing is that the guy had 93 career receptions. He had ONE THIRD of his career production in just 3 games this past season.

He wasn't consistently productive and that's why he fell.

[RunKC]

Also the guy is similar to Chris Conley in terms of body strength and not ideal lateral agility (3 cone) but the big difference I see is his route running ability.

He already looks like our 2nd best router runner at the WR position. That’s kinda sad, but Hardman needs work there and Robinson just isn’t very good

[htismaqe]

Also the guy is similar to Chris Conley in terms of body strength and not ideal lateral agility (3 cone) but the big difference I see is his route running ability.

He already looks like our 2nd best router runner at the WR position. That’s kinda sad, but Hardman needs work there and Robinson just isn’t very good

So basically he's like Nick Bolton only at WR.

:evil:

[staylor26]

He had just under 900 yards, 7 TD’s and over 16 YPC avg in 2020 on a team with Amari Rodgers and likely other top 100 WR’s.

He didn’t get a ton of stats previously bc the team had guys like Tee Higgins ahead of him.

That’s why he fell. It’s great value

I think you’re having trouble understanding the word “elite”.

[Kiimo]

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

It's in reference to the first photoshop that had 17 and caused all that ruckus when Mahomes made fun of Mecole because of it

[htismaqe]

https://www.nfl.com/news/afc-west-draft-grades-chargers-ace-test-raiders-perplex

Biggest Sleeper:
Kansas City Chiefs
Cornell Powell
Clemson · WR
Draft slot: Round 5, No. 181 overall

There might not be a better situation for a fifth-round receiver to enter into. No. 1, Powell's going to be catching passes from arguably the best quarterback in the league in one of the most explosive offenses in the league. No. 2, Andy Reid is going to need someone to step up as a complementary target to Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and Co. Powell has a shot to be that guy as Kansas City looks to replace free-agent departure Sammy Watkins. He struggled to earn playing time during his first four years with the Tigers when he was buried on the depth chart behind future NFL draft picks like Mike Williams and Tee Higgins, among others, but he shined when he finally got his opportunity in 2020 (53 catches for 882 yards, seven TDs). This is a player on the rise.

...

Kansas City spent a good chunk of its draft capital to acquire Orlando Brown from the Ravens last month, filling a gaping hole at left tackle. Reminder: We’re not factoring pre-draft trades into the grades in this exercise. So, the Chiefs have a relatively small haul to evaluate, but it's a punchy one. I mean, when Bolton strikes you, it's not going to feel good. He makes the defense better, without question, but the biggest need for the team was defensive end, and there was a good one still on the board in Wake Forest’s Carlos Basham, who went to the Bills a few picks later. Perhaps the Chiefs will eventually be able to unlock the potential of Kaindoh to fill that D-line void, something Florida State was unable to do for the former five-star recruit. The selections we liked the most here were the offensive linemen. Humphrey is an excellent fit for the rebuilt unit, and I expect we’ll be calling Smith, chosen with the third-to-last pick of the sixth round, a steal a few years from now. Powell is a rising talent who could very well outperform his draft slotting, as well. Andy Reid and Brett Veach did a solid job of finding value with their six picks.

[Dante84]

It's in reference to the first photoshop that had 17 and caused all that ruckus when Mahomes made fun of Mecole because of it

Nah, it means he's ready to work / hyped up / the image looks tough. He's not clapping back at Mahomes & Hardman.

[htismaqe]

Nah, it means he's ready to work / hyped up / the image looks tough. He's not clapping back at Mahomes & Hardman.

Exactly.

It's a raging bull emoji. He's getting ready to charge.

[Bowser]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">���� <a href="https://t.co/J27YZGg2ZO">pic.twitter.com/J27YZGg2ZO</a></p>&mdash; Cornell Powell (@CornellPowell14) <a href="https://twitter.com/CornellPowell14/status/1390364510096080896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Here it is:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here are fastest max speeds from Day 2 of Reese’s Senior Bowl practice (7-on-7’s, team, and WR/DB 1-on-1’s) per our partners at <a href="https://twitter.com/SlantsAI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SlantsAI</a>. <br><br>Cornell Powell - 20.47 mph<br>Dez Fitzpatrick - 19.92 mph<br>Demetric Felton - 19.61 mph<br>Thomas Graham Jr. - 19.49 mph<br>Khalil Herbert - 19.43 mph <a href="https://t.co/shtylau1ba">pic.twitter.com/shtylau1ba</a></p>&mdash; Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) <a href="https://twitter.com/JimNagy_SB/status/1355375124761993217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I don’t know if it was the fastest all week though.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4eWZ63DjHxA" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[The Franchise]

One of my favorite picks of the draft.

[Hoover]

I'm excited to have a normal offseason where these guys can work on getting on the same page. Hardman has a huge opportunity. Same with Powell. Get in go to work.

[Dante84]

Man, if Hardman can mature and put it together, next year really will be a blast.

[RealSNR]

Everybody going, “lol too old to develop” with this guy.

I’m sure guys have entered the league as 23+ year olds before and got better and improved from nothing into something. Odds are against him, but it can’t be unheard of

[staylor26]

Everybody going, “lol too old to develop” with this guy.

I’m sure guys have entered the league as 23+ year olds before and got better and improved from nothing into something. Odds are against him, but it can’t be unheard of

I certainly think he’s going to get better with NFL coaching, but really if he can just prove to be that guy he was down the stretch, he’s going to be a good player.

[Mecca]

Cornell Powell pretty much destroyed Sean Wades draft stock.

[staylor26]

Cornell Powell pretty much destroyed Sean Wades draft stock.

Yea he embarrassed him multiple times.

[-King-]

I don't get the Emojis. He angry because he's changing his number to 14?

I didn't realize you were so old... :)

[flinchfree]

He's just gonna be dirty good I think.
Much like Bolton plays violent, that's what i see from The General. Violent change of direction and even his running looks like it's pretty manic.
It won't be pretty, but you won't wonder if the kid is putting in effort.
I think many oppo teams have probably viewed this current Chiefs group as a little finesse, about routes and speed and skill.
We look harder after the draft, and I like that alot.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

If Hardman can learn more than a GO route he will be unstoppable. He needs to tighten up his in game IQ. I swear him and D Rob blank out for a couple plays during the game

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Highest passer rating when targeted since 2019<br><br>🎯 Mecole Hardman - 132.2<br>🎯 A.J. Brown - 128.6 <a href="https://t.co/7Z8klfFtZy">pic.twitter.com/7Z8klfFtZy</a></p>&mdash; PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF_Fantasy/status/1390411814882717701?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

[BWillie]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Highest passer rating when targeted since 2019<br><br>🎯 Mecole Hardman - 132.2<br>🎯 A.J. Brown - 128.6 <a href="https://t.co/7Z8klfFtZy">pic.twitter.com/7Z8klfFtZy</a></p>&mdash; PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF_Fantasy/status/1390411814882717701?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

When you can only run straight with a slide and are fast as fuck those are going to be the only balls you catch. Leading to an inflated QB number when targeted. Hes just not a well rounded player. He runs shitty routes. And doesn't know how to play football. These are all the same things that were said about him when he came out of the draft. He very well could have a 800 yd season but I think thats absolute ceiling.

[htismaqe]

Everybody going, “lol too old to develop” with this guy.

I’m sure guys have entered the league as 23+ year olds before and got better and improved from nothing into something. Odds are against him, but it can’t be unheard of

I mean, if we need youth, we still have Byron Pringle.

LOL

[O.city]

When you can only run straight with a slide and are fast as **** those are going to be the only balls you catch. Leading to an inflated QB number when targeted. Hes just not a well rounded player. He runs shitty routes. And doesn't know how to play football. These are all the same things that were said about him when he came out of the draft. He very well could have a 800 yd season but I think thats absolute ceiling.

If he’s the #2 wr and puts up an 800 yard 6 td season the chiefs will have one of the best offenses ever

[RunKC]

Just a reminder that Juan Thornhill was 23 when we drafted him. He’s gonna be 27 when he gets his next contract extension

[RunKC]

Travis Kelce...24 the day we drafted him. God that sucks that he didn’t even play a down for us until the season he turned 25

[Skyy God]

Just a reminder that Juan Thornhill was 23 when we drafted him. He’s gonna be 27 when he gets his next contract extension

So you’re saying 5th round prospects aren’t perfect.....

[pugsnotdrugs19]

Louis Riddick thinks Powell could be WR2 and potential steal for KC: https://twitter.com/lriddickespn/status/1392884005234675721?s=21

We know he talks a lot with the Chiefs brass so this could mean something.

[staylor26]

Louis Riddick thinks Powell could be WR2 and potential steal for KC: https://twitter.com/lriddickespn/status/1392884005234675721?s=21

We know he talks a lot with the Chiefs brass so this could mean something.

Yea when Riddick talks Chiefs, I listen, because it’s almost always coming from the team.

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

Louis Riddick thinks Powell could be WR2 and potential steal for KC: https://twitter.com/lriddickespn/status/1392884005234675721?s=21

We know he talks a lot with the Chiefs brass so this could mean something.

Makes sense. One of the scouts for the chiefs said Powell will replace Watkins and Watkins was our #2

[Bob Dole]

If he’s the #2 wr and puts up an 800 yard 6 td season the chiefs will have one of the best offenses ever

If the great BWillie thinks he sucks, your numbers are probably low.

[ModSocks]

When you watch the senior bowl 1v1's, it's apparent that Powell does not have the wiggle that some of his counter parts do.

Guys like Tylan Wallace look significantly looser than our tank-ish WR in Powell.

I don't know what that means, or if anything at all as it relates to his ability to separate. It's just an observation.

Powell really gives me Jason Avant vibes. He was a serviceable player for Reid. One of Reid's favorites.

[ModSocks]

Makes sense. One of the scouts for the chiefs said Powell will replace Watkins and Watkins was our #2

I have a really, really hard time believing Powell comes in and takes the #2 job over Robinson, Pringle and Hardman. Not even by season's end.

Maybe he turns into a Anquan Bolden-esque #2 next season or something.

[Skyy God]

Louis Riddick thinks Powell could be WR2 and potential steal for KC: https://twitter.com/lriddickespn/status/1392884005234675721?s=21

We know he talks a lot with the Chiefs brass so this could mean something.

Lou is a quality talent evaluator and super plugged in to the Chiefs.

Would be awesome if he pans out.

[Chris Meck]

I have a really, really hard time believing Powell comes in and takes the #2 job over Robinson, Pringle and Hardman. Not even by season's end.

Maybe he turns into a Anquan Bolden-esque #2 next season or something.

I expect he'll have a 'package' of plays, much like every guy they try to work in during their first year. That package will grow a bit as the season goes on and they put a little more on his plate over time.

You're right though, I don't expect he's a day one #2. In fact, I doubt we have a true #2; it'll be by committee. Which is fine, really.

Bolden is a really good player comp for Powell's ceiling I think! That's exactly what you're projecting with him. That would also be a really good #2 type to have here moving forward paired with Hill and Hardman, Kelce and maybe Gray.

[pugsnotdrugs19]

When you watch the senior bowl 1v1's, it's apparent that Powell does not have the wiggle that some of his counter parts do.

Guys like Tylan Wallace look significantly looser than our tank-ish WR in Powell.

I don't know what that means, or if anything at all as it relates to his ability to separate. It's just an observation.

Powell really gives me Jason Avant vibes. He was a serviceable player for Reid. One of Reid's favorites.

His path to winning starts with his release/footwork it would seem and is going to have less to do with pure athleticism like acceleration or speed.

I still think there’s something about him that reminds me of AJ Brown, the frame and build I suppose. Similar athleticism. But Brown gets great releases and is excellent at the catch point.

I think Powell’s ceiling is what Brown is. Will be unlikely he ever gets there though.

[ModSocks]

I expect he'll have a 'package' of plays, much like every guy they try to work in during their first year. That package will grow a bit as the season goes on and they put a little more on his plate over time.

You're right though, I don't expect he's a day one #2. In fact, I doubt we have a true #2; it'll be by committee. Which is fine, really.

Bolden is a really good player comp for Powell's ceiling I think! That's exactly what you're projecting with him. That would also be a really good #2 type to have here moving forward paired with Hill and Hardman, Kelce and maybe Gray.

I agree with all that.

One of the first comps i made of him when he was drafted was Deebo Samuel. Similar frame, chiseled, rock'd up kinda WR.

Not a burner, but NFL quality speed and some rare power for a WR.

Those packages you mention, i think we'll see Reid use Powell similar to how Shanahan used Samuel early. Same way Reid used Tyreek early in his career, and Hardman as well.

But instead of a speed element, we'll see a power element with Powell, like Samuel. He won't outrun guys around the corner, but i bet he de-cleats a would-be tackler and will be tough to get to the turf.

[RunKC]

I expect he'll have a 'package' of plays, much like every guy they try to work in during their first year. That package will grow a bit as the season goes on and they put a little more on his plate over time.

You're right though, I don't expect he's a day one #2. In fact, I doubt we have a true #2; it'll be by committee. Which is fine, really.

Bolden is a really good player comp for Powell's ceiling I think! That's exactly what you're projecting with him. That would also be a really good #2 type to have here moving forward paired with Hill and Hardman, Kelce and maybe Gray.

I’d like to get Powell some of Hardman’s jet sweeps because he is way harder to take down and still has quality speed to boot

[ModSocks]

His path to winning starts with his release/footwork it would seem and is going to have less to do with pure athleticism like acceleration or speed.

I still think there’s something about him that reminds me of AJ Brown, the frame and build I suppose. Similar athleticism. But Brown gets great releases and is excellent at the catch point.

I think Powell’s ceiling is what Brown is. Will be unlikely he ever gets there though.

AJ Brown.

Deebo Samuel.

Anquan Bolden.

Those are all similar comps.

AJ and Deebo are the Anquans of the current era. Except that in 2021 those types of guys get often used as running backs. These so-called revolutionary offenses of McVeigh and Shanahan use these types of players to execute those schemes.

I wouldn't be surprised at all if the 2021 Chiefs offense has some Shanahan/McVeigh type run concepts sprinkled in and featuring Powell.

[O.city]

I'm gonna hold off on expecting anything from a 5th round WR until we see him in the league. Wouldn't you guys say the likelihood is he never does anything of note?

[ModSocks]

Wouldn't you guys say the likelihood is he never does anything of note?

If this were the Pioli/Peterson era Chiefs i'd agree.

But with this scheme, this coaching staff, this supporting cast, this track record of succes, i think at the very least his floor is Jason Avant.

[Buehler445]

I have a really, really hard time believing Powell comes in and takes the #2 job over Robinson, Pringle and Hardman. Not even by season's end.

Maybe he turns into a Anquan Bolden-esque #2 next season or something.

Most of it depends on what’s going on in his dome. If he can pick up the playbook (big if) he can make some noise at WR2. He with his giant ass he doesn’t need to run pristine routes to get open or perfect technique to get off jams.

And I think Reid can do a good job of limiting his exposure to different routes without hamstringing playbook concepts.

[O.city]

If this were the Pioli/Peterson era Chiefs i'd agree.

But with this scheme, this coaching staff, this supporting cast, this track record of succes, i think at the very least his floor is Jason Avant.

I just make it a rule for myself not to get to high or low on anyone drafted after the 4th round either way.

[staylor26]

When you watch the senior bowl 1v1's, it's apparent that Powell does not have the wiggle that some of his counter parts do.

Guys like Tylan Wallace look significantly looser than our tank-ish WR in Powell.

I don't know what that means, or if anything at all as it relates to his ability to separate. It's just an observation.

Powell really gives me Jason Avant vibes. He was a serviceable player for Reid. One of Reid's favorites.

But even without that wiggle, he was still one of the best of Senior Bowl week in 1 on 1’s. He won most of his reps and was consistent throughout the week.

[ModSocks]

I just make it a rule for myself not to get to high or low on anyone drafted after the 4th round either way.

I guess it depends on what those expectations are.

I don't have any statistical expectations. Matter of fact, i expect him to be buried on the depth chart for a little while.

My expectations are about the quality of play he'll deliver in his limited amount of touches. What does he do when they throw his way? What's his YPA when they hand it off to him?

That kinda stuff.

[Pitt Gorilla]

His path to winning starts with his release/footwork it would seem and is going to have less to do with pure athleticism like acceleration or speed.

I still think there’s something about him that reminds me of AJ Brown, the frame and build I suppose. Similar athleticism. But Brown gets great releases and is excellent at the catch point.

I think Powell’s ceiling is what Brown is. Will be unlikely he ever gets there though.

If Powell is ANYWHERE near AJ Brown, it's a ****ing win. I honestly didn't know that he was that fast (4.49). Brown and Samuel are two of my favorite non-Chief receivers.

[Pitt Gorilla]

AJ Brown.

Deebo Samuel.

Anquan Bolden.

Those are all similar comps.

AJ and Deebo are the Anquans of the current era. Except that in 2021 those types of guys get often used as running backs. These so-called revolutionary offenses of McVeigh and Shanahan use these types of players to execute those schemes.

I wouldn't be surprised at all if the 2021 Chiefs offense has some Shanahan/McVeigh type run concepts sprinkled in and featuring Powell.Again, if he's anywhere close to that, it's sexy time.

[htismaqe]

Again, if he's anywhere close to that, it's sexy time.

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[Bowser]

When you watch the senior bowl 1v1's, it's apparent that Powell does not have the wiggle that some of his counter parts do.

Guys like Tylan Wallace look significantly looser than our tank-ish WR in Powell.

I don't know what that means, or if anything at all as it relates to his ability to separate. It's just an observation.

Powell really gives me Jason Avant vibes. He was a serviceable player for Reid. One of Reid's favorites.

But here's the thing......Powell doesn't HAVE to have the wiggle and twitch in "this" offense with the players he'll have around him and the QB he has throwing to him. All he has to do is run solid routes and have reliable hands, and he will fill that #2 role perfectly and get plenty of looks from the double teams Hill and Kelce will be dealing with.

[htismaqe]

But here's the thing......Powell doesn't HAVE to have the wiggle and twitch in "this" offense with the players he'll have around him and the QB he has throwing to him. All he has to do is run solid routes and have reliable hands, and he will fill that #2 role perfectly and get plenty of looks from the double teams Hill and Kelce will be dealing with.

Exactly. He brings something different to the offense. That's a good thing.

[JakeF]

Breakdown of a few of Powell's routes during the Senior Bowl.

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[Dante84]

Breakdown of a few of Powell's routes during the Senior Bowl.

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That was cool, I enjoyed the breakdown and that level of detail