FPC Chiefs 2024 NFL Mock Draft 3.0

Somehow, someway, draft week is already here. The 2024 NFL Draft will begin in just three days. Soon enough, players will officially have new landing spots. And in some cases, new leaders will be set for certain teams. It is now time for our FPC Chiefs 2024 NFL Mock Draft 3.0. If you missed the first two versions of our mock drafts, click here and here to go back and read them.

In this third and final exercise, we decided to move around the draft board a couple of different times. As we expect the Chiefs to do this upcoming week, we went offense heavy in this mock draft for Kansas City. This mock draft was conducted on nflmockdraftdatabase.com. Without further ado, here is the group of players we ended up with in our FPC Chiefs 2024 NFL Mock Draft 3.0. Let’s kick it off.

1st Round, 26th Overall

BYU OT Kingsley Suamataia

Trade Details: Kansas City Receives Picks 26 and 125, Tampa Bay Receives Pick 32 and a 2025 3rd Round Pick

We began this mock draft with a slight trade up in round one. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach did not necessarily hesitate at being open to trading up in the first round in his pre-draft press conference last week. Does that mean a trade up is guaranteed? No. However, the Chiefs have not been afraid to move around the draft board in recent years, leading to selections like Trent McDuffie, Rashee Rice and even Breeland Speaks.

As Veach mentioned, “for the tackle position, once you get past pick 35 or 40, most of those guys are gone.” That was referring to the depth at the top of the offensive tackle class. Thinking KC may move up to secure a top offensive tackle, we opted to move up six spots for Kingsley Suamataia. The BYU product could be great competition for Wanya Morris, due to his length, strength and adequate footwork.

2nd Round, 64th Overall

UCF WR Javon Baker

After getting the offensive tackle in round one, it is no surprise to see a wide receiver go in round two. Javon Baker of UCF is a polarizing and heavily debated prospect among a deep wide receiver class. But for my money, he is still worth taking a shot on here to add him to the wide receiver room. Baker is more smooth and savvy than he is explosive. Yet, he had no problem creating big plays after the catch while in college. His concentration and attention to detail during routes and off the line of scrimmage could make him a threat from the slot and over the middle.

3rd Round, 95th Overall

LSU DT Maason Smith

Maason Smith offers massive size as a defensive tackle prospect. The consistency is something that has not been there so far for him. Entering the NFL, this defensive tackle is truly someone who a team will have to bet on the traits. He has flashed some power and nifty footwork to go along with his length. Will he be able to put all of his tools together? In a deep defensive line room like the Chiefs have, perhaps Smith can develop at a steady pace.

4th Round, 117th Overall

Kansas State TE Ben Sinnott

Trade Details: Kansas City Receives Picks 117 and 191, Indianapolis Receives Picks 125 and 173

It may not be obvious as a selection. But in some ways, it would be a little surprising if the Chiefs did not add another tight end in this draft. Travis Kelce is only going to play for so long. Noah Gray enters the final year of his rookie deal, as well.

Ben Sinnott is a name we had in the previous version of our FPC Chiefs mock draft series. He has versatility, experience of moving around the offensive formation. His athleticism at his size is truly remarkable. And in college, Sinnott was one of the most sure-handed pass catchers at his position. You could argue that he is the best version of tight end to eventually replace Kelce, at least stylistically.

4th Round, 131st Overall

Notre Dame RB Audric Estime

Adding another running back option would not hurt. For the Chiefs offense, pairing Isiah Pacheco with someone like Notre Dame’s Audric Estime would be enticing. Estime is a thick, dense running back. He is patient, but also has the ability to make swift moves on runs that ask him to make one sharp cut. There is visually a difficulty that comes for defenders, when it comes to bringing him down in space. Estime would be a nice complementary running back for Kansas City.

5th Round, 159th Overall

TCU CB Josh Newton

Kansas City could address the cornerback spot, and it could even happen earlier. But in true Chiefs fashion, they look to find their next cornerback value on day three of the draft, once again. TCU’s Josh Newton was the choice in this spot. Newton offers some versatility and can play press coverage in man, which KC does. The Chiefs may also be intrigued by how Newton competes and is not afraid to be physical.

6th Round, 191st Overall

Oregon State WR Anthony Gould

We opt to go with a second wide receiver in this mock draft. The Chiefs could have a few different reasons for interest in someone like Anthony Gould. For one, he has solid results and notable experience as a returner. You can tell he has what it would take to be a valuable special teamer in the NFL. As a pass catcher, Gould is shifty and uncovers quickly as a route runner. He simply acts as a running back with the ball in his hands.

7th Round, 221st Overall

Michigan IOL Trevor Keegan

Will the Chiefs be able to pay all of their pending free agents after 2024 at interior offensive line? If not, more depth could be a solid addition to that group. Trevor Keegan has the size that will encourage the Chiefs. While at Michigan, he showed he could be technically sound with hand technique. Getting him this late may even be a bargain. Do not rule out the Chiefs adding multiple blockers, just like possibly getting multiple wide receivers.