The Kansas City Chiefs have shown a willingness to invest early-round draft capital in left tackle prospects, but they haven't found their franchise player yet. This offseason, they could be looking at Ohio State's Donovan Simmons, who boasts impressive pass blocking grades and athleticism.
have shown that they have zero problem investing early-round draft capital at the left tackle position. Whether it be via trade or a physical pick itself , the reigning Super Bowl champs like to keep the cupboard stocked up.
Another way to spin that, however, suggests that Kansas City has yet to find its franchise left tackle. That seems to be true, even four games into the 2024-25 season. Suamataia has already been benched for Morris and while Morris is a fine player in his own right, he came into his rookie and sophomore seasons as a clear-cut backup."It seems likely the Chiefs could be exploring offensive tackle options again this offseason, even after drafting Kingsley Suamataia,".
If the Chiefs are looking for someone with a nice blend of strength, power and raw athletic ability, then Simmons could be their guy. He's an aggressive player who seems to continue getting better with time. Pre-draft testing could be what swings his draft stock, but it's currently on the rise without a doubt.
Is Simmons a finished product, even as a final-year college player? No way. With that in mind, there's a chance a team like Kansas City could bring him in and whiff on yet another attempt at anchoring down a decade-long solution at the spot. On the other hand, the Chiefs should always be making an effort to keep Patrick Mahomes safe. Just watching how the current NFL season has played out so far – Mahomes seems to be struggling within the pocket – serves as proof.
Mock drafts are just now beginning to come around on Simmons. Will he still be on the board at 32nd overall in the next one? Perhaps not, which is a testament to his evolution as a technical pass protector and run blocker. The foundation he's set upon transferring to play with the Buckeyes is nothing short of impressive.Jordan Foote is the deputy editor of Kansas City Chiefs On SI. Foote is a Baker University alumnus, earning his degree in Mass Media.
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