Originally Posted by TambaBerry (Post 16269917)

How can you guys say he isn't athletic enough? He is actually very athletic

Originally Posted by TambaBerry (Post 16269917)

How can you guys say he isn't athletic enough? He is actually very athletic

Originally Posted by Strongside (Post 16269922)

Looks like a dude who wants to do nothing but eat Fish sticks and play football. Great pick.

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 16269912)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Highest pass-rush win rate among Big 10 Edges<br><br>1️⃣ Aidan Hutchinson - 24.8%<br>2️⃣ George Karlaftis - 23.6%<br>3️⃣ Arnold Ebiketie - 22.9% <a href="https://t.co/pD3wGQBrcV">pic.twitter.com/pD3wGQBrcV</a></p>&mdash; PFF Draft (@PFF_College) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF_College/status/1483605130180243458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare (Post 16269824)

No expectations, because this ****ing feels like a Peterson pick

Originally Posted by TEX (Post 16269945)

It really does.

Originally Posted by Razaele (Post 16269907)

We got the #2 CB in the draft and a Week 1 starter at DE.

Originally Posted by Wallcrawler (Post 16269921)

Wow TEX, I'm surprised you can even see the draft with all those Tyreek Hill tears in your eyes.

Originally Posted by Superturtle (Post 16269939)

Bro looks like he huffs his own farts for enjoyment.

https://t0.gstatic.com/licensed-imag...sd9wr9ldzK-1Ss

Originally Posted by Cave Johnson (Post 16269919)

Lotta discount JJ Watt vibes.

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 16269864)

Chiefs selected Purdue EDGE George Karlaftis with the No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

In another age, Karlaftis (6’4/266) would have been guarding Mount Olympus, as the Purdue star was born in Athens, Greece before moving to Indiana, where he developed into a four-star recruit. He was a foundational player for the program, logging 843 snaps while generating 54 tackles, 17.0 TFL, 7.5 sacks, two PBUs, and an interception and earning first-team Freshman All-American and second-team. Last year, Karlaftis posted 41 tackles, 11.5 TFLs, five sacks, three fumbles, and two PBUs while earning second-team All-American recognition. The five sacks weren’t eye-popping, but those numbers don’t show just how destructive he was on an every-down basis, as the Greek strongman posted the second-highest pressure rate in the nation when lining up against left tackles and ranked seventh in quarterback hits with 14. He backed up the on-field performance with a strong set of testing numbers, ranking as the 120th most athletic edge defender out of 1,455 that have tested for the NFL since 1987. Karlaftis has a frenetic first step, rushes with a plan, and displays exceptional hand technique to go with a relentless motor while his stout base makes him hard to move in the run game. Though he gets critiqued for lack of elite bend, Karlaftis has the power, work ethic, and talent to be a quality starter in the league for years to come.

Originally Posted by ChiefsCountry (Post 16269987)

The normal ****tards hate it, so you know we had a good draft.

Originally Posted by Superturtle (Post 16269939)

Bro looks like he huffs his own farts for enjoyment.

Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 16269985)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Andy Reid called George Karlaftis &quot;the Greek Freak.&quot; <br><br>&quot;You&#39;re going to love him, he&#39;s high octane.&quot;</p>&mdash; Matt Derrick (@mattderrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/mattderrick/status/1519884343073808385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Originally Posted by ChiefsCountry (Post 16269987)

The normal ****tards hate it, so you know we had a good draft.

Originally Posted by ChiefaRoo (Post 16269957)

He’s bigger and faster than Clark. Arms are a little shorter.

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 16269966)

:facepalm:

You’ve been so miserable you were going to bitch regardless. Be honest.

Originally Posted by chiefforlife (Post 16269691)

Dude, your the guy that said no spoilers. Then you keep spoiling it! WTF

Originally Posted by TEX (Post 16270014)

I call them as I see them. And I'm being honest. I'm ok with the 1st pick, but don't think it was worth the picks it cost to move up. Not happy with the 2nd pick.

Originally Posted by comochiefsfan (Post 16269803)

ESPN absolutely tearing this pick apart.

Booger and Kiper basically both saying he's not athletic enough and his arms are too short.

Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare (Post 16269996)

Which would fine if he was a natural 290 pounds, because he isn't Kerrigan,Jared, or Hali

Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare (Post 16269899)

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Originally Posted by Molitoth (Post 16270021)

Yeah, well... You don't know shit.

So that makes this better.

Originally Posted by SDChiefs (Post 16270011)

So we should've drafted him in the 7th round. Not the 1st.

Originally Posted by Molitoth (Post 16270021)

Yeah, well... You don't know shit.

So that makes this better.

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270028)

And I know this is probably an unpopular opinion, but his arms are FN short. I don't think that college success rate will carry over to the NFL.

I obviously hope he is great, though.

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Originally Posted by Mecca (Post 16269814)

Rodgers told McAfee there were 6 WRs with 1st round grades when they're all gone you don't take one to take one.

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270028)

And I know this is probably an unpopular opinion, but his arms are FN short. I don't think that college success rate will carry over to the NFL.

I obviously hope he is great, though.

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Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 16270019)

Genuinely feel bad on this, and want to do it right. Do you guys want me to hold off on the individual player threads?

My approach has historically been to launch it and start throwing shit in the OP while everyone else is doing the main draft thread before the server melts down.

I will absolutely hold off on posting if that's the preferred method - just let me know.

Originally Posted by Superturtle (Post 16269939)

Bro looks like he huffs his own farts for enjoyment.

https://t0.gstatic.com/licensed-imag...sd9wr9ldzK-1Ss

Originally Posted by Halfcan (Post 16270045)

Do you know who else had short arms- a mother ****ing T Rex!!



Chiefs just got a killer.

Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 16270019)

Genuinely feel bad on this, and want to do it right. Do you guys want me to hold off on the individual player threads?

My approach has historically been to launch it and start throwing shit in the OP while everyone else is doing the main draft thread before the server melts down.

I will absolutely hold off on posting if that's the preferred method - just let me know.

Originally Posted by ChiefaRoo (Post 16270035)

I’m saying he’s Clark’s replacement. KC gave Seattle a 1st and 2nd for Clark.

Originally Posted by Razaele (Post 16270057)

we are in danger of whiffing like we did with that creed humphrey dude and his t-rex arms

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270071)

I remember this entire board (except maybe a couple of people) being thrilled with the Humphrey pick.

I think 99% of CP knew we drafted a stud.

Arm length matters more on the edge than it does in the middle of the defensive line.

If a DE can't get his hands on the tackle, the chance of success drops significantly.

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Originally Posted by Simply Red (Post 16269701)

might be time to log out for the night -have a nice night - we're not winning the west w/ JuJu / that other guy and Mecole Hardman - yikes - what a nightmare.

Originally Posted by Pawnmower (Post 16269727)

im.a little mystified with no WR too but keep in mind what Brady did with hot garbage at WR

mahomes needs to.earn that half billion

Originally Posted by The Franchise (Post 16269864)

Chiefs selected Purdue EDGE George Karlaftis with the No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

In another age, Karlaftis (6’4/266) would have been guarding Mount Olympus, as the Purdue star was born in Athens, Greece before moving to Indiana, where he developed into a four-star recruit. He was a foundational player for the program, logging 843 snaps while generating 54 tackles, 17.0 TFL, 7.5 sacks, two PBUs, and an interception and earning first-team Freshman All-American and second-team. Last year, Karlaftis posted 41 tackles, 11.5 TFLs, five sacks, three fumbles, and two PBUs while earning second-team All-American recognition. The five sacks weren’t eye-popping, but those numbers don’t show just how destructive he was on an every-down basis, as the Greek strongman posted the second-highest pressure rate in the nation when lining up against left tackles and ranked seventh in quarterback hits with 14. He backed up the on-field performance with a strong set of testing numbers, ranking as the 120th most athletic edge defender out of 1,455 that have tested for the NFL since 1987. Karlaftis has a frenetic first step, rushes with a plan, and displays exceptional hand technique to go with a relentless motor while his stout base makes him hard to move in the run game. Though he gets critiqued for lack of elite bend, Karlaftis has the power, work ethic, and talent to be a quality starter in the league for years to come.

Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 16269877)

Veach continues to hate old people

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Both Chiefs picks are at premium positions and are 21 years old, in a draft of old players. <br><br>That’ll play.</p>&mdash; Conner Christopherson (@Conner_DKC) <a href="https://twitter.com/Conner_DKC/status/1519878863530209281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270058)

I hope you are right, but I just don't see him winning against NFL tackles the way he won against college tackles.

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Originally Posted by penchief (Post 16270080)

Never thought of it that way but I think you’re right. When you have a great quarterback, you have to build a balanced team around him and trust him to elevate the offense.

Originally Posted by TwistedChief (Post 16270076)

If only someone would've told Veach that before the draft! Damn!

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270071)

I remember this entire board (except maybe a couple of people) being thrilled with the Humphrey pick.

I think 99% of CP knew we drafted a stud.

Arm length matters more on the edge than it does in the middle of the defensive line.

If a DE can't get his hands on the tackle, the chance of success drops significantly.

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Originally Posted by Halfcan (Post 16270085)

K Pass had long-ass arms- hell they dragged on the ground when he ran.



Would you rather have him back?



What he didn't have was heart, intelligence and a motor that never quits.



Karlaftas will be in the Chiefs Ring of Honor one day- he is that type of player.

Originally Posted by ChiefsFanatic (Post 16270101)

I get it, I am not an NFL GM, but no one on this board is either.

I know that not everything about a football player is in the measurables, but wingspan matters on the edge.

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Originally Posted by Bump (Post 16270102)

not quite as excited about this pick as I was the McDuffie pick. But the way Veach just immediately ran this pick to the podium and wasted no time says a lot. He must have had no doubt that he wanted this guy and a good high motor DE without the natural body talent has worked out for us well in the past. Time will tell, either way he's a day 1 contributor and probably better than what we have. You never know. I would have liked Daxton Hill but we did really need a DE and it certainly wasn't a reach, pretty much exactly where they thought he'd be drafted

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 16270118)

The Chiefs value arm length at EDGE AND CB.

They took McDuffie and Karlaftis regardless because they’re flat out good football players that are very young (both 21), and they have very high floors.

These picks are like the Bolton and Humphrey picks.

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 16270118)

The Chiefs value arm length at EDGE AND CB.



They took McDuffie and Karlaftis regardless because they’re flat out good football players that are very young (both 21), and they have very high floors.



These picks are like the Bolton and Humphrey picks.

Originally Posted by PattyFlakes (Post 16270130)

Veach seems to agree with you.


https://twitter.com/adamkctv5/status...gIM1Z8HBMfo1iw

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 16270118)

The Chiefs value arm length at EDGE AND CB.

They took McDuffie and Karlaftis regardless because they’re flat out good football players that are very young (both 21), and they have very high floors.

These picks are like the Bolton and Humphrey picks.

Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare (Post 16269824)

No expectations, because this ****ing feels like a Peterson pick

Originally Posted by Bump (Post 16270102)

not quite as excited about this pick as I was the McDuffie pick. But the way Veach just immediately ran this pick to the podium and wasted no time says a lot. He must have had no doubt that he wanted this guy and a good high motor DE without the natural body talent has worked out for us well in the past. Time will tell, either way he's a day 1 contributor and probably better than what we have. You never know. I would have liked Daxton Hill but we did really need a DE and it certainly wasn't a reach, pretty much exactly where they thought he'd be drafted

Originally Posted by staylor26 (Post 16270142)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">&quot;These guy&#39;s profiles are like Nick Bolton and Creed Humphrey.&quot;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chiefs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chiefs</a> GM Brett Veach said in reference to drafting CB McDuffie and DE Karlaftis<br><br>I&#39;d say those comparisons are pretty good then.</p>&mdash; Adam Orduna (@AdamKCTV5) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamKCTV5/status/1519890178281717762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Holy shit I might really be Brett Veach.

Am I Brett Veach?

I can’t be Brett Veach.

But maybe?

Originally Posted by Titty Meat (Post 16270154)

Ok Bosschief

Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 16269985)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Andy Reid called George Karlaftis &quot;the Greek Freak.&quot; <br><br>&quot;You&#39;re going to love him, he&#39;s high octane.&quot;</p>— Matt Derrick (@mattderrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/mattderrick/status/1519884343073808385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>