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Chiefs Nab Speedster WR Cyrus Allen in Round 5
26 Apr
Summary
- Cyrus Allen drafted by Chiefs in fifth round.
- Allen excels at beating man coverage and separation.
- He recorded only one drop in 69 targets last season.
The Kansas City Chiefs have added wide receiver Cyrus Allen to their roster, selecting him in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. Allen, who played college football at Cincinnati, was acquired with one of the Chiefs' two fifth-round picks. He joins running back Emmett Johnson as the team's consecutive offensive selections in this round, following an earlier series of defensive draft picks.
Allen is recognized for his exceptional route-running and his proficiency in beating man coverage, qualities noted as a valuable asset for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Last season, he accumulated 674 yards and 13 touchdowns, with a remarkable record of just one drop on 69 targets.
His athletic profile includes a 4.49-second 40-yard dash time and a strong Relative Athletic Score of 8.69, highlighted by an impressive 11-foot-2-inch broad jump. Allen will compete for a spot alongside established receivers like Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy, bolstering the Chiefs' receiving corps for the upcoming season.
