*****The Creed Humphrey Thread*****

[Dante84]

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Humphrey grew up watching the Sooners and wrestling like his father, Chad, who grappled at the University of Central Oklahoma. The first-team all-state pick at Shawnee High School redshirted in 2017 before taking over the starting center spot in 12 of 14 games played in 2018, when he earned Freshman All-American and honorable mention All-Big 12 honors while helping the front five win the Joe Moore Award as the nation's top offensive line. Humphrey sat out spring 2019 practices due to injury but was ready for the fall, garnering Rimington Trophy finalist, second-team Associated Press All-American and Big 12 Co-Offensive Lineman of the Year accolades as a 14-game starter. The 2020 team captain and 11-game starter was named a third-team AP All-American, Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year and first-team all-conference center as a junior. He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl. -- by Chad Reuter

Overview
Savvy, game-wise center with below-average length, good core strength and a full slate of intangibles desired at that position. Humphrey is praised inside the building for his outstanding leadership and having the recognition to make all the calls up front. He's more of a positional blocker than fork-lifter but has the core strength to neutralize and stalemate blockers at the point of attack. He's not a plus athlete but he's athletic enough as a move blocker, with the ability to work his feet into position to finish blocks after contact. He plays with a nasty streak when needed, which will appeal to offensive line coaches, but his overall profile might be more "steady" than "star." Humphrey is a solid, safe selection and should become a longtime starter.

Strengths

• Three-year starter and two-year team captain.
• Undeniable team leader and tough individual.
• Wrestling background is evident in core strength.
• Strong hands help maintain base block.
• Looks to work hands into position after losing battle early.
• Swings hips into position to seal the block.
• Fluid footwork for short-pull game.
• Finishes blocks with good intensity.
• Technique to trap and pancake leaning nose.
• Hands in punch were tighter and more accurate at Senior Bowl.
• Helps with cleanup when teammates' protection gets leaky.
• Capable in recovery mode.

Weaknesses

• Very short arms for his size, allowing defenders to get shots into his frame.
• Longer defenders separate and discard him.
• Will give some early ground against strong bull rush.
• Occasional drift against twisting fronts.
• Susceptible against push-pull specialists.
• Snap-to-step lateral quickness is average.
• Doesn't generate noticeable push as a drive blocker at point of attack.
• Gets a little grabby through contact on the move.

Sources Tell Us
"He was the best offensive lineman on the team when they won the Joe Moore Award (best offensive line in college football) and that line had everybody drafted, which speaks volumes for his ability." -- Southwest area scout for AFC team

Creed Humphrey was drafted with pick 63 of round 2 in the 2021 draft class. He scored a 10 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 1 out of 496 OC from 1987 to 2021. https://t.co/6Lf4JeRywo #RAS #Chiefs pic.twitter.com/i7KMgOBKLA

— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) May 1, 2021

The moment Creed Humphrey became a Chief �� @creed_humphrey pic.twitter.com/Et1FSKOBvV

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) May 1, 2021

[Chiefshrink]

Originally Posted by seamonster

Sorry. Give me CHRIS JONES over a guy that can't hike the ****ing ball. Veach has a whole draft to find another center.

Obviously you have never managed the cap or played the game let alone "know the history" of FA d-linemen who finally get paid and then disappear afterwards. You NEVER get your $$ worth from a d-lineman who gets paid and is almost a 1/3 of your cap. You can't justify that as much as I love Chris and want to keep him.

The center is what a catcher is too baseball. Smart, calling the protections and keeping everyone else on the line squared away as well while protecting up the middle for our franchise QB. Creed is ESSENTIAL and elite centers are not a dime a dozen. Chris is generational no doubt but not worth a 1/3rd of your cap.

[Chiefspants]

Originally Posted by Molitoth

Am I thinking with my heart when I want the chiefs to bring in Jason Kelce next season?

Creeds snaps have been garbage much of the season.

With how this offense runs it is a huge concern.

[Pitt Gorilla]

It's not like our interior run-blocking has been consistently outstanding, either.

[OKchiefs]

I want KC to keep Humphrey for a long time, it would be nice to extend our center finally after letting our last two stud centers walk. I’m sure his snaps are correctable.

[Kman34]

Love this guy but… If one of those snaps cost us the game he will have been run out of town on a rail… This is inexcusable… ****ing fix this shit..

[ThaVirus]

Thankfully it ultimately never truly cost us.

And now he’s got an entire offseason to correct the issue.

[kcclone]

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

Thankfully it ultimately never truly cost us.

And now he’s got an entire offseason to correct the issue.

It will cost us eventually if he doesn't fix it. Frankly, for the money he's probably about to get paid, HE NEEDS TO FREAKING FIX IT!

[scho63]

Does anyone have an explanation as to what has gone wrong?

Did he bulk up and now he has less coordination?

An injury?

I don't get it. He was fine and then suddenly 50% of his snaps are grounders.

It was horrible and Mahomes lost several attempts at open receivers while ****ing around with the snap at hs ankles or on the ground.

I would love to watch everyone of KC's offensive snaps and count how often this happened.

[ChiefEd]

We have a spot for Jason Kielce now, no?

[rydogg58]

Originally Posted by scho63

Does anyone have an explanation as to what has gone wrong?

Did he bulk up and now he has less coordination?

An injury?

I don't get it. He was fine and then suddenly 50% of his snaps are grounders.

It was horrible and Mahomes lost several attempts at open receivers while ****ing around with the snap at hs ankles or on the ground.

I would love to watch everyone of KC's offensive snaps and count how often this happened.

It wasn't just this game. There were several times during this season where Creed had a problem with low snaps. Shit was driving me crazy, and I'm sure Mahomes as well.

[scho63]

Originally Posted by rydogg58

It wasn't just this game. There were several times during this season where Creed had a problem with low snaps. Shit was driving me crazy, and I'm sure Mahomes as well.

No, I realize it wasn't just the Super Bowl but it seemed to be the worst of the year.

[TheGuardian]

His snaps were absolutely atrocious the whole playoffs.

[seamonster]

Originally Posted by Chiefshrink

Obviously you have never managed the cap or played the game let alone "know the history" of FA d-linemen who finally get paid and then disappear afterwards. You NEVER get your $$ worth from a d-lineman who gets paid and is almost a 1/3 of your cap. You can't justify that as much as I love Chris and want to keep him.

The center is what a catcher is too baseball. Smart, calling the protections and keeping everyone else on the line squared away as well while protecting up the middle for our franchise QB. Creed is ESSENTIAL and elite centers are not a dime a dozen. Chris is generational no doubt but not worth a 1/3rd of your cap.

I was rather ripped when this got posted... But Jones was much more impactful in that game than Creed Humphrey and his nine thousand low snaps. Very frustrating.

[Frazod]

Originally Posted by TheGuardian

His snaps were absolutely atrocious the whole playoffs.

They were, and it's a problem. But at least we don't have to worry about him snapping the ball over Pat's head.

(Trying to find the silver lining here)

[DRM08]

Creed’s low snaps damn near cost the entire game. A lot of busted plays in critical situations.