Chiefs Chiefs sign UDFA Justyn Ross - Page 41

ShowtimeSBMVP · 05-02-2022, 10:28 AM

Clemson WR Justyn Ross is signing with the #Chiefs to their 90-man roster, per source.

Ross led the ACC in receiving as a freshman in 2018, ranked fifth nationally with 21.7 YPC and was second in receiving touchdowns. He also stands 6-3, 210 pounds. High quality addition for
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) May 2, 2022

Kiimo · 05-28-2022, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JPH83

I said I didn't love the Cook pick and that was enough to have me running for cover. CP rewards the eternal optimist.

Well that's a stupid take so you deserve it

Chris Meck · 05-28-2022, 08:07 AM

I think having Tyreek Hill has colored people's idea of 'separation' in an unrealistic way.

Bigger receivers win in a different way. It's not realistic at all to think a 6'3" 210 lb. WR is going to separate the same way the little speedsters do. It's a different skillset. Think about how Chase burned Ward on his record setting day. Did he have a lot of separation? No, mostly, Ward had great position, Chase just ripped the ball out of the air anyway.

That being said, a guy like Ross (if healthy, and again, this is a HUGE if) will win reps more like an AJ Green/Mike Williams type.

If you liked Drake London in the draft, then you should be thrilled that we picked up Ross, who IF HEALTHY is like a better London, in my opinion. If you liked Pickens, then you should be pleased that we got a similar player (and better route runner) as an UDFA.

It's a low-risk, high reward flier on a kid with loads of talent that will have to prove himself. Starting with: Is he healthy, and can he stay that way?

UChieffyBugger · 05-28-2022, 10:04 AM

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He had 46 catches for 1000 yards in 2018, that's a great ypc average but he didn't even crack the top 25 for catches or yards in his best year. To say it's some of the best ever is a little over the top.

Er that's why I said "FIRST TWO YEARS"!!...and not just 2018. You also have to consider the level he played at aswell.

JohnnyHammersticks · 05-28-2022, 10:45 AM

Not sure what level of competition playing Alabama and Patrick Surtain in the National Championship game is considered to be - but in that game, as a true Freshman, sharing targets with Tee Higgins, Amari Rodgers, and Hunter Renfrow among others, he put up 6 rec for 153 yards and a TD. Which was also better than any WR on Alabama (Jeudy, Ruggs, Waddle) put up.

smithandrew051 · 05-28-2022, 10:51 AM

I keep saying it:

It’s going to be epic

UChieffyBugger · 05-28-2022, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyHammersticks

Not sure what level of competition playing Alabama and Patrick Surtain in the National Championship game is considered to be - but in that game, as a true Freshman, sharing targets with Tee Higgins, Amari Rodgers, and Hunter Renfrow among others, he put up 6 rec for 153 yards and a TD. Which was also better than any WR on Alabama (Jeudy, Ruggs, Waddle) put up.

Absolutely spot on sir..he also torched Xavier Mckinney that day too and was only 18-19 years old when he did that.

carcosa · 05-28-2022, 12:57 PM

IM RONCK HARND

JPH83 · 05-28-2022, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Kiimosabi

Well that's a stupid take so you deserve it

Well I said I'd rather have Travis Jones, hardly a wild take.

JPH83 · 05-28-2022, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris Meck

I think having Tyreek Hill has colored people's idea of 'separation' in an unrealistic way.

Bigger receivers win in a different way. It's not realistic at all to think a 6'3" 210 lb. WR is going to separate the same way the little speedsters do. It's a different skillset. Think about how Chase burned Ward on his record setting day. Did he have a lot of separation? No, mostly, Ward had great position, Chase just ripped the ball out of the air anyway.

That being said, a guy like Ross (if healthy, and again, this is a HUGE if) will win reps more like an AJ Green/Mike Williams type.

If you liked Drake London in the draft, then you should be thrilled that we picked up Ross, who IF HEALTHY is like a better London, in my opinion. If you liked Pickens, then you should be pleased that we got a similar player (and better route runner) as an UDFA.

It's a low-risk, high reward flier on a kid with loads of talent that will have to prove himself. Starting with: Is he healthy, and can he stay that way?

This was my point too. He's not as fast and dynamic as Pickens but he's not a worse route runner, imo, and they have some obvious similarities in strengths. I don't disagree with DJ and Detoxing that he's a massive long shot, and maybe even healthy his skills don't translate, but I think his tape is a little more impressive for me. I appreciate Detoxing's breakdown though and his perspective, it's all fair.

**dirk digler** · 06-14-2022, 11:22 AM

I believe I read somewhere he hasn't been around the last few voluntary practices either.

Leaving the portion of #Chiefs mandatory minicamp open to TV cameras. No sign of Frank Clark, Orlando Brown or Justyn Ross.
— Aaron Ladd (@aaronladd0) June 14, 2022

Dunerdr · 06-14-2022, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

I believe I read somewhere he hasn't been around the last few voluntary practices either.

Leaving the portion of #Chiefs mandatory minicamp open to TV cameras. No sign of Frank Clark, Orlando Brown or Justyn Ross.
— Aaron Ladd (@aaronladd0) June 14, 2022

GREAT OL ****ING OTA SUPERSTAR IS HOLDING OUT

ToxSocks · 06-14-2022, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

I believe I read somewhere he hasn't been around the last few voluntary practices either.

Leaving the portion of #Chiefs mandatory minicamp open to TV cameras. No sign of Frank Clark, Orlando Brown or Justyn Ross.
— Aaron Ladd (@aaronladd0) June 14, 2022

Yeah i picked up on that a few days ago. Seems really odd for a UDFA to be missing any sort of team activity.

**dirk digler** · 06-14-2022, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Detoxing

Yeah i picked up on that a few days ago. Seems really odd for a UDFA to be missing any sort of team activity.

That is what I was thinking. Hope everything is ok with him.

Dunerdr · 06-14-2022, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Detoxing

Yeah i picked up on that a few days ago. Seems really odd for a UDFA to be missing any sort of team activity.

Could be his extensive medical history.

OR

The chiefs dont want him hurt because hes part of a trade!!!

VAGOMO 4 LIFE! · 06-14-2022, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Detoxing

Yeah i picked up on that a few days ago. Seems really odd for a UDFA to be missing any sort of team activity.

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Chris Meck MVP Join Date: May 2001 Location: midtown KC Casino cash: $-1265090	I think having Tyreek Hill has colored people's idea of 'separation' in an unrealistic way. Bigger receivers win in a different way. It's not realistic at all to think a 6'3" 210 lb. WR is going to separate the same way the little speedsters do. It's a different skillset. Think about how Chase burned Ward on his record setting day. Did he have a lot of separation? No, mostly, Ward had great position, Chase just ripped the ball out of the air anyway. That being said, a guy like Ross (if healthy, and again, this is a HUGE if) will win reps more like an AJ Green/Mike Williams type. If you liked Drake London in the draft, then you should be thrilled that we picked up Ross, who IF HEALTHY is like a better London, in my opinion. If you liked Pickens, then you should be pleased that we got a similar player (and better route runner) as an UDFA. It's a low-risk, high reward flier on a kid with loads of talent that will have to prove himself. Starting with: Is he healthy, and can he stay that way?
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dirk digler Please squeeze Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Clinton, MO Casino cash: $214644	I believe I read somewhere he hasn't been around the last few voluntary practices either. Leaving the portion of #Chiefs mandatory minicamp open to TV cameras. No sign of Frank Clark, Orlando Brown or Justyn Ross. — Aaron Ladd (@aaronladd0) June 14, 2022
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