Couch’s First 2024 Mock

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Couch’s First 2025* Mock

Scenario:
Chiefs win the SB and get the 3-Peat!!! I’m focused on keeping the band together, solidifying the trenches, and adding additional firepower for a 4th consecutive Super Bowl run.

Contracts:
Rework Mahomes Contract and extend Thuney, Karlaftis, and McDuffie.

Resign:
OG Smith, WR Brown, WR Hopkins, WR Watson, WR JuJu, QB Wentz, RB Hunt, DL Wharton + other minor deals.

Free Agents:
LB Willie Gay

Notes:
I’m prioritizing Smith over Bolton, Omenihu, or Reid this offseason, protecting Mahomes is paramount. I like Omenihu, a lot, but he didn’t play all year and unless he comes back at a bargain price I’m rewarding Wharton with a deal instead. I want to keep our cost efficient, high talent, WR group together. I’ve played with the cap and contract numbers, it’s tight, but I'll spare everyone the details etc…you get the point.


Draft:
We have a quality Super Bowl roster, clearly. There’s not too much to improve so I’m valuing versatility in the draft as they’ll have a better chance of finding a fit. I want to solidify the trenches and add additional pass catching playmakers for Andy and Pat.

1.18 (Trade 2nd to SEA) LT/RT Josh Simmons, Ohio State, 6-5 & 310 lbs

“2 sack allowed over the last two seasons, 82% pass block rating against top tier competition” - PFF

"Exceptional arm length, providing a significant advantage in pass protection and run blocking scenarios. Powerful upper body strength, evident in his ability to stone-wall pass rushers and drive defenders off the line of scrimmage. Explosive initial step for his size. Demonstrates proficiency in jump sets, effectively neutralizing speed rushers off the edge. Versatile experience at both left and right tackle positions, enhancing his value at the next level. Devastating second-level blocker. Potential as a cornerstone tackle.” - Draft buzz

If Simmons drops due to injury and Veach/Andy believe he's the guy, we should jump up and grab him but I’m not sure he’ll be within reach or that team’s will be willing. I’m going to entice them with our 2nd, hell, our 3rd from the Titans will be the very next pick anyway.

Consensus Big Board - “#17-19"

3.66 DE/DL Jordan Burch, Oregon, 6-6 & 195 lbs, 4.65-4.7 speed!

“10 sacks & 4 batted passes” -PFF

"Freakish athleticism for his size, clocking nearly 21 MPH on GPS despite weighing close to 300 pounds. Explosive lower body strength - can make a 34-inch vertical jump and a 685-pound back squat. Exceptional run defender with the power to set a hard edge and maintain outside leverage against offensive tackles. Displays impressive burst off the snap, allowing him to quickly penetrate gaps and disrupt plays in the backfield. Versatile defender capable of lining up in multiple techniques. Excels on stunts and twists, using his rare combination of size and speed to overwhelm interior offensive linemen” - Draft Buzz

Burch is my Omenihu replacement, similar size and versatility, take a look at their college stats and tell me they’re not almost identical! He’s a 5th year so this might be a good spot for him.

Consensus Big Board - “#64-72"

3.96 TE/WR Gadsden, Syracuse, 6-6 & 236 lbs, 4.5 speed!

“73 Rec, 934 yrds, 12.8 avg, 7 tds, #2 TE for deep catches with 9, 82.4 receiving grade” - PFF

"Exceptional athleticism for his size, blending wide receiver agility with tight end stature. Demonstrates elite acceleration and burst, creating mismatches against linebackers and safeties. Possesses advanced route-running skills, using fluid hips and sharp cuts to create separation. Versatile weapon who can line up in-line, in the slot, or split out wide. Dangerous after the catch, using his agility and speed to create additional yardage. Former track athlete. 85% hands ratings, 91% intermediate routes & 92% deep threat. Top Comp = Trey McBride.” -DraftBuzz

Check out these highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oiz1PH8SNSI

Grey, Wiley, and Gadsden would be a fantastic group to replace Kelce WHEN he decides to retire, but I don’t think he’ll be ready yet. In the meantime, Andy will be able to move Gadsden around a bit to create mismatches using him as a WR occasionally like he does with Kelce. I think he’s being outshined currently by the top 3 TEs in this draft and is available for us in the middle rounds because he’s a bit thin out there on the field.

Consensus Big Board - “#80-156”

4.133 RB/WR Brashard Smith, SMU, 5-10 & 195 lbs, 4.4 speed!

“1,332 rushing @ 5.7 avg, 327 receiving @ 8.4 avg, 14 TDs” -DraftBuzz

"Explosive acceleration and elite top-end speed, consistently outrunning defensive angles and turning routine plays into chunk gains. Natural hands from his receiver background, presenting legitimate receiving threat out of the backfield with smooth route-running mechanics. Exceptional vision in space, demonstrated by successful kick return experience and ability to find cutback lanes in zone schemes. Quick-twitch athlete who can stop-start efficiently, showing remarkable change of direction ability despite limited running back experience. Versatile offensive weapon capable of lining up in multiple positions, creating matchup advantages against both linebackers and defensive backs. Demonstrates advanced contact balance for his size, consistently bouncing off initial contact to gain extra yards. Outstanding burst through holes, hitting top speed quickly and exploiting defensive gaps before they close. Special teams ability adds immediate impact.” - DraftBuzz

Best highlights in the draft? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eQTwp01IEY

My favorite pick for Andy in this draft, currently, this guys a joystick on the field and no one else would maximize his versatility more as a playmaker. Beautiful agility and real deal speed, former WR transitioned to RB, our Bizarro World Tyreek from a position versatility standpoint but our new McKinnon in truth. I love his downfield pass catching ability and lightning strike run plays. He could rise during the combine, but there are so many RBs in this draft and he failed to impress in the college playoffs so he’s most likely positioned to go in the bottom half of the draft.

Consensus Big Board - “#217-290"

7.233 CB Genty Williams, UCLA, 6-0 & 187 lbs, 4.29 speed!

“3 Interceptions and 30 tackles” - Draftbuzz

"Burner with elite straight-line speed and acceleration, consistently blows the top off coverages. Loose hips and oily smooth transitions, mirrors routes with ease in man coverage situations. Natural ball skills and body control, high-points passes like a wideout due to QB background. Sharp mental processing in zone, quickly diagnoses route combinations and QB intentions. Scheme versatile, can play outside or in the slot, adding value to defensive packages. Ballhawk mentality, consistently finds himself around the rock and creates turnovers. Explosive athlete with a track pedigree, showcases make-up speed to recover when beat.Instincts are outstanding, and he does an excellent job in route recognition.Tracks the ball well and has the natural ball skills for forcing turnovers. High upside day 3 player.” -DraftBuzz

Another high upside athlete for Spag’s DB group, I trust whichever DB they take at the bottom of the draft will become a quality contributor within the next couple years.

Consensus Big Board - “#189-385"


Roster:
QB: Mahomes, Wentz

RB: Pachecco, Hunt, Smith
FB: Steele

WR: Rice, Worthy, Brown, Hopkins, Watson, Smith-Schuster, Remigio
TE: Grey, Wiley, Gadsden

LT: Simmons, Humphries
LG: Thuney, Morris
OC: Creed, Nourzard
RG: Smith, Caliendo
RT: Taylor, Suamataia

DE: Karlaftis, Thompson
DT: Jones, Tuipulotu
DT: Swarson, Pennell
DE: Danna, Burch, FAU

WLB: Gay, Bradley
MLB: Tranquill, Cochrane
SLB: Chenal, Jones

CB: McDuffie, Watson, Williams, Johnson, Williams
S: Hicks, Cook, Conner
K: Butker
P: Araiza