*****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

[Tribal Warfare]

Creed shall be known as Awesome-O

[Easy 6]

I would need to see some examples to believe the op's profile where it says...

"Will give some ground early against strong bull rush"

"Doesn't generate noticeable push as a drive blocker at the point of attack"

These highlight reels say different, not to mention he's a freaking horse at 6'4 325

[Dante84]

Originally Posted by Easy 6

I would need to see some examples to believe the op's profile where it says...

"Will give some ground early against strong bull rush"

"Doesn't generate noticeable push as a drive blocker at the point of attack"

These highlight reels say different, not to mention he's a freaking horse at 6'4 325

Agreed.

Thiccness is not getting bull rushed.

[old_geezer]

Originally Posted by Dante84

I'd like for Creed's nickname to be "Thiccness." Just that. No "the."

"Look at Thiccness clearing lanes for CEH!"
"Thiccness just pancaked Aaron Donald!"

In fact, from here on out, that's the only way I'll refer to him on here.

First thought that popped into my head when I saw Creed was "Mongo like candy", and "Oh no, don't shoot him. You'll only make him mad". Mongo

[IowaHawkeyeChief]

I believe Austin Blythe was a State Champion Wrestler in Iowa as well... Two centers/guards that our stud grapplers... Love it.

[JakeF]

Humphrey will be starting by the end of the year. That's pretty good for a position that puts a premium on knowledge.

[Coach]

Originally Posted by JakeF

Humphrey will be starting by the end of the year. That's pretty good for a position that puts a premium on knowledge.

I don't think so.

I think he'll be starting by the beginning of the year.

[JakeF]

Originally Posted by Coach

I don't think so.

I think he'll be starting by the beginning of the year.

Very possible. Depends on if he can stay healthy and get a full workload in during Summer camps and TC.

He's a lefty and needs to work on the shotgun snap with Mahomes. If Mahomes doesn't like the spin of his snap or whatever, it might take awhile.

[Kman34]

Originally Posted by JakeF

Humphrey will be starting by the end of the year. That's pretty good for a position that puts a premium on knowledge.

Creed is a day one starter....

[Kiimo]

I think I have to agree

[Coach]

Originally Posted by JakeF

Very possible. Depends on if he can stay healthy and get a full workload in during Summer camps and TC.

He's a lefty and needs to work on the shotgun snap with Mahomes. If Mahomes doesn't like the spin of his snap or whatever, it might take awhile.

Health hasn't been a issue for Creed as he has played since his redshirt freshmen in Oklahoma. And I think there'll be some workouts being held in camps these days, whereas some rookies did not have that luxury last year.

That part about the shotgun snap is true though. Most centers are right handed, so a left handed center snapping the ball can be somewhat different than right handed centers.

But I don't anticipate the adjustment will be that long.

[Why Not?]

Originally Posted by old_geezer

First thought that popped into my head when I saw Creed was "Mongo like candy", and "Oh no, don't shoot him. You'll only make him mad". Mongo

Sorry buddy. Chris Berman has already tainted that nickname by using it on Rob Gronkowski.

[Why Not?]

Originally Posted by Easy 6

I would need to see some examples to believe the op's profile where it says...

"Will give some ground early against strong bull rush"

"Doesn't generate noticeable push as a drive blocker at the point of attack"

These highlight reels say different, not to mention he's a freaking horse at 6'4 325

I think sometimes they just make up weaknesses to have something to put in that category

[Kyle DeLexus]

Originally Posted by JakeF

Very possible. Depends on if he can stay healthy and get a full workload in during Summer camps and TC.

He's a lefty and needs to work on the shotgun snap with Mahomes. If Mahomes doesn't like the spin of his snap or whatever, it might take awhile.

In the phone call Andy asked if he's still snapping with his left and the next thing he says is "Oh I know you can do both" or something to that regard.

[YontsRBake]

Looks pretty good at Guard in that Senior Bowl video too.