| NFL Team: Kansas City Chiefs 2008 Picks
RD PK(OVR) NAME POS SCHOOL
1 5(5) Glenn Dorsey DT LSU
The thought was that Kansas City would address the defensive end and offensive tackle positions with its two first-round picks. However, the Chiefs need help at defensive tackle and they have to be excited that Glenn Dorsey fell. Dorsey lacks elite size, but he is on the shorter side and his ability to get under offensive linemen allows him to control the point of attack. It's also noteworthy that he plays with an excellent motor for a big guy. Chances are his stock dropped some because of concerns stemming from a leg injury. But it doesn't look like the injury is a serious concern -- it caused him to miss one half of one game in college -- and he should be healthy for training camp. Video ESPN Video
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1 15(15) Branden Albert OG VIRGINIA
From Detroit
Albert lined up at guard for most of his college career, which is a concern because the Chiefs will likely play him at tackle. However, he has great athletic ability for his size and solid footwork, and he moves well in open space. But he does struggle to adjust when tracking moving targets on the second level. Also, Albert plays with an attitude and brings a nasty streak to the field, and he does a great job of finishing. All that being said, a Chiefs team that had several needs coming into the draft has done an excellent job of improving its lines on both sides of the ball. Video ESPN Video
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2 4(35) Brandon Flowers CB VIRGINIA TECH
Flowers doesn't have elite size or top-end speed. Occasionally, he gets caught out of position trying to make a big play. However, he plays far bigger than his size indicates and faster than his 40 time suggest. He opens his hips very well and has the upper-body strength to deliver a violent punch. There's also a lot to like about his willingness to play the run.
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3 10(73) Jamaal Charles RB TEXAS
From Denver through Minnesota
He isn't a power back who will push the pile in short-yardage situations, and he's not big enough to anchor in pass protection, either. However, he's very explosive, can make defenders miss in the open field and he can go the distance when he hits the seam. In addition, he flashes a strong stiff-arm when he gets into space.
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3 13(76) Brad Cottam TE TENNESSEE
From Detroit
Cotam needs to learn to play with better leverage, which comes as no shock considering he's 6-foot-7. He doesn't show great athletic ability as a pass-catcher. However, he has the size to develop into an excellent in-line blocker and has the strong hands to develop into a reliable possession receiver.
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3 19(82) DaJuan Morgan S NORTH CAROLINA ST
From Minnesota
Morgan doesn't have prototypical range, so he can't play a centerfielder-type role. He also has limitations in man coverage. However, he has great instincts, rarely gets caught out of position and plays the ball well. He should also make an immediate impact on special teams covering kicks.
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4 6(105) William Franklin WR MISSOURI
Franklin has had some problems staying healthy and occasionally drops passes he should catch, but he does have a good combination of size and speed.
5 5(140) Brandon Carr CB GRAND VALLEY ST
Carr has good size for a corner. He has good athletic ability and decent speed, but will struggle against quicker receivers.
6 4(170) Barry Richardson OT CLEMSON
His lack of a mean streak is a concern. He should be a better drive-blocker for a player with his size. That being said, he moves well for his size and has long arms to ride edge rushers past the pocket.
6 16(182) Kevin Robinson WR UTAH STATE
From Minnesota
Robinson isn't fast enough to stretch the field and he's going to get pushed around by physical corners. However, he shows good body control and he isn't afraid to go over the middle. He's also an effective return man who should make immediate contributions on special teams.
7 3(210) Brian Johnston DE GARDNER WEBB
Johnston has good size and the frame to get even bigger. He's more comfortable making plays on the move than he is anchoring. There's also a lot to like about the way he uses his hands as a pass-rusher, but he's going to have a hard time turning the corner at the NFL level.
7 32(239) Mike Merritt TE CENTRAL FLORIDA
From N.Y. Giants
He is a big, run-blocking specialist who is very slow and lacks athleticism. It wouldn't surprise us if the Chiefs move him to guard, but he will predominantly play as a jumbo blocking tight end in two-TE sets.  |