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The Chiefs have stood out under Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes for their high-powered offense; however, the offense in 2024 faced many issues with production. The Chiefs ranked 17th in yards per game.
One of the major needs the Chiefs face is the receiver position. Xavier Worthy, the team's top receiver, only had 59 receptions, 638 yards, and 6 touchdowns in 2024, leading the Chiefs' receivers. This low production as a group highlights the need to find a new receiver.
According to a Mock Draft by Nate Tice and Charles McDonald from Yahoo Sports, the Chiefs are projected to select wide receiver Matthew Golden from the University of Texas with the No. 31 pick.
Experts point out that Matthew Golden is a valuable asset
The Chiefs have an important need for protection around Patrick Mahomes, so they could reinforce the offensive line. However, specialists suggest that if they have the opportunity to pick Golden, they should not him up.
Golden has stood out for his dynamic skills on the field, so he would certainly be another weapon to give Mahomes more options in his game development.
In his NCAA career with the Houston Cougars and the Texas Longhorns, Golden accumulated 134 receptions, 1,975 yards, and 22 touchdowns. In his final season at Texas, Golden posted impressive numbers with 58 receptions, 987 yards, and 9 touchdowns.
With these numbers, head coach Andy Reid and especially Patrick Mahomes could be excited about adding another element to their explosive offense in the NFL.
Mahomes' losses in free agency
Patrick Mahomes has lost DeAndre Hopkins (who signed with the Baltimore Ravens), Justin Watson (who went to the Houston Texans), and Mecole Hardman (who signed with the Green Bay Packers) in this free agency period.