Chiefs should be active in acquiring hidden gems after 2024 NFL draft in undrafted free agency

It feels like he'd fit the Chiefs' scheme well and could slot in for Nick Allegretti after some time in the system. The Chiefs require bodies on the interior offensive line with just eight players currently on the 90-man offseason roster. Another good thing to remember is that Andy Reid was the offensive line coach at UTEP from 1987 through 1988, so he might have a bit of a soft spot regarding a talented O-line prospect from the school. 

Missouri State WR Terique Owens 

Terique is the son of NFL Hall of Fame WR Terrell Owens, who played for Chiefs HC Andy Reid from 2004 through 2005 with the Philadelphia Eagles. That connection alone makes Owens a prospect worth monitoring on Day 3 and into priority undrafted free agency. Owens is listed at 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds. He recorded a 4.51s 40-yard dash, 38.5-inch vertical, a 124-inch broad jump, and 14 repetitions of 225 on the bench press at the Missouri Pro Day. He made stops at Contra Costa Community College and Florida Atlantic before landing with the Missouri State Bears in 2021. He posted his best season in 2023, with 28 catches for 528 yards and four touchdowns. He's still quite raw as a player, but the athleticism and pedigree make it worth the swing. 

Temple TE David Martin-Robinson

Listed at just under 6-foot-4 and 247 pounds, Martin-Robinson emerged as a receiving weapon for the Owls over the past two seasons. In 21 games played, Martin-Robinson recorded 73 receptions for 903 yards and six touchdowns. He was voted a team captain in 2022 and in 2023, he became the first tight end to earn a single-digit jersey number in the 14 years since the Owls began bestowing single-digit jersey numbers to its players as a mark of honor. It's easy to understand why he received the honor when he's making plays like this to bail out his quarterback. 

While Martin-Robinson might be considered slightly undersized, Martin-Robinson tested extremely well ahead of the 2024 NFL draft. He posted a 4.65s 40-yard dash, a 4.08s short shuttle, a 7.08s three-cone, a 35.5-inch vertical, a 118-inch broad jump, and 15 repetitions of 225 on the bench press. 

LSU LB/DE Ovie Oghoufo

Oghoufo has made stops at LSU (2023), Texas (2021-22) and Notre Dame (2018-20). You might be saying, "How is this guy a hidden gem, having played for those schools?" Well, it's because he hasn't quite found a home in terms of his position yet. He played a hybridized role at Texas and for the Tigers in 2023. In the NFL, he'll likely switch to off-ball linebacker because he's listed around 6-foot-3 and 248 pounds. He ran a 4.65s 40-yard dash, a 4.25s short shuttle, a 7.14s three-cone, posted a 34-inch vertical, a 119-inch broad jump, and benched 20 repetitions on 255 at the LSU Pro Day. 

In his two years at Texas, Oghoufo recorded 96 total tackles, 14 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, five passes defended, and two forced fumbles. In his lone season at LSU, he managed 34 total tackles, four tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one pass defended, one fumbled recovery, and one forced fumble.

Former Chiefs LB coach Matt House recruited him and coached him briefly when he was defensive coordinator and LB coach for the LSU Tigers. Because of that, Brett Veach and his team likely have an inside track to learning about this prospect. 

Baylor OL Clark Barrington

Listed at 6-foot-5 and 305 pounds, this All-American offensive lineman started 40 games at BYU from 2019-2022 playing mostly the left guard position. He followed Jeff Grimes to Baylor, where he started at center before moving back to guard. At the next level, he has multi-positional versatility on the offensive interior. He carried over his success with the Cougars to the Bears, allowing just one sack and 11 total pressures in 2023 according to PFF.

Barrington told The Draft Network's Justin Melo that he met with the Chiefs at the Hula Bowl and felt they were one of the teams showing the most interest in him. Again, Kansas City has just eight offensive linemen currently on the 90-man offseason roster. They're going to need some more players to be able to run a second and third-team offensive line during training camp. Barrington certainly can help with that and has the upside to become a key depth player and future starter.

Wisconsin S Travian Blaylock

The son of former Chiefs RB Derrick Blaylock, Travian is an impressive athlete who began his career at cornerback before shifting to play safety. He posted some impressive numbers at his pro day with the Badgers posting a 4.42s 40-yard dash, a 39-inch vertical, a 132-inch broad jump, a 4.14s short shuttle, a 6.81s three-cone drill, and 15 repetitions of 225 on the bench press at 5-foot-11 and 198 pounds. 

Since 2018, Blaylock has appeared in just 28 games, recording 31 total tackles, one pass defended and two fumble recoveries. He's battled some injury issues and has taken a longer road to the NFL. I wouldn't be surprised to see him get a rookie minicamp invite in Kansas City. 

Southern Utah WR Isaiah Wooden Jr.

Listed at 5-foot-7 and 176 pounds, Wooden Jr. is an undersized, but explosive and speedy wide receiver prospect. At his pro day workout, he ran a 4.35s 40-yard dash with a 1.4s 10-yard split, a 44.5-inch vertical jump, and a 125-inch broad jump. His bench and agility numbers weren't quite as impressive, but once you turn on the tape, that and his size become much less of a worry. 

He's extremely physical at the catch point and playing through contract. He does a great job with deep ball tracking with the speed and releases to get open in the NFL. During his final season in 2023, Wooden caught 61 passes for 904 yards and 14 touchdowns.

Virginia Tech DT Norrell Pollard

KPRC2's Aaron Wilson recently reported that the Chiefs are among the teams to be showing "heavy interest" in Pollard. Pollard (6-foot, 283 pounds) reportedly ran a 4.8s 40-yard dash at the Virginia Tech Pro Day. He also posted a 33-inch vertical jump and a 113-inch broad jump. Among interior defensive linemen with at least 200 pass-rushing snaps in 2023, Pollard had the third-highest pass-rush win rate according to PFF. When he wins, he wins quickly. 

Pollard is a bit undersized for what the Chiefs typically go for at the position, but he could fill the role vacated by Khalen Saunders in Steve Spagnuolo's defense. 

NC Central QB Davius Richard

Brett Veach often jokes with Andy Reid about getting a big and athletic backup quarterback to run the QB sneak. They might have found that in Carson Wentz, but Richard would also fit the mold. Listed at 6-foot-2 and 225 pounds, Richard put up some impressive numbers at the HBCU Combine. 

In four years at NC Central, Richard completed 711 passes for just under 9,000 passing yards, 73 touchdowns, and 29 interceptions. He was dynamic with the ball in his hands as a runner, recording 413 carries for over 2,000 rushing yards and 44 rushing scores as well. 

Middle Tennessee CB Teldrick Ross

The Chiefs once acquired a cornerback from Middle Tennessee State (Charvarius Ward) and turned him into a quality starter who contributed to a Super Bowl title. Ross is a different type of player, likely suited for the nickel corner position in the NFL at 5-foot-11 and 193 pounds. He contests the football at an alarming rate with 43 career pass breakups including 20 just a season ago.

Ross has been in contact with the Chiefs via virtual visit according to The Draft Network's Justin Melo. He also recently ran a 4.35s 40-yard dash at the Test Football Academy Pro Day. 

If he doesn't sneak into the end of Day 3, Ross should be among the first calls for Kansas City.