In a recent mock draft, the Kansas City Chiefs' selection process was overshadowed by uncertainties surrounding the legal issues involving former player, Rice. While his potential discipline remains unclear, many experts are hesitant to make any definitive statements.

Had Rice fallen further in the draft, some speculate that he might have been considered by the Chiefs for integrity reasons within the mock environment. However, given the insufficient information about Rice's alleged involvement in a multi-vehicle high-speed accident and a recent assault, any speculations about his potential performance are purely guessing at this point.

One thing that can be said with confidence is that if Rice had enjoyed a productive offseason without any noteworthy incidents, he would have been viewed as a solid third- or fourth-round pick. His impressive performance over his previous ten games, including the playoffs, averaging 8.9 targets and 78.0 receiving yards per week, could not be overlooked.

However, given the uncertainties surrounding Rice, it is understandable that many drafters would opt to exclude him from their final selections. The Chiefs' draft strategy suffered a setback when Rice, along with Reed and Flowers, were picked ahead of their turn, leading them to make an unusual choice.

Surprisingly, the Chiefs selected a tight end who is neither an Iowa product nor Travis Kelce, a decision that diverges from their usual approach. Although this selection is untested and comes with no promises, it is worth noting that this untapped talent had an impressive season with over 1,000 receiving yards when paired with a semi-competent quarterback, late-career Matt Ryan.

For many observers, the Kirk Cousins-Pitts-London-Robinson collaboration is an intriguing prospect in the upcoming season. Kansas City fans will be watching closely to see how this new combination unfolds in the field.

As the draft moved into the seventh round, another steal caught the attention of draft analysts. Montgomery, a running back, found himself slipping in the selections, which many felt was an undervaluation considering his performance last season. Montgomery dominated the carries inside the 10-yard line with 41 and inside the 5-yard line with 27, showcasing an impressive conversion rate.

The separation of six rounds between Gibbs and Montgomery raised eyebrows among experts, as many believe it may be an oversight given Montgomery's proven potential.

As the Chiefs continue their draft preparations amidst legal uncertainty and unexpected choices, the upcoming season holds the promise of intriguing developments and unforeseen outcomes. Only time will reveal the impact of these draft decisions on the Chiefs' performance on the field.

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