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2015 NFL Draft Grades: Kansas City Chiefs take Marcus Peters

By Luke Dahlgren

Sep 20, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Marcus Peters (21) celebrates his interception against the Georgia State Panthers during the first quarter at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 20, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Marcus Peters (21) celebrates his interception against the Georgia State Panthers during the first quarter at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /
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The Chiefs decided to give Andy Reid another headache, but it may be one that works out for the Chiefs.

Just a year removed from making the playoffs in the AFC, the Chiefs were left out in 2014. The offense is entirely centered around the production of running back Jamaal Charles, and had absolutely no help at the wide receiver position. Alex Smith is a quarterback who operates best when he remains in his rhythm and receivers make sharp routes. That meant that the Chiefs could either pick up a wide receiver to give Smith a reliable target, or take an offensive lineman in order to protect Smith and give Charles holes to run.

Instead, the Chiefs decided to take a player on the defensive side of the ball.

In terms of strict talent, Marcus Peters deserved to be in the top of the draft. The Washington cornerback was one of the sharpest defensive backs when placed in jump ball situations. He stays in position well and he has the size to out-muscle receivers once he’s in position. His feel for the game made him appear to be a clear choice to be a top 10 pick.

BUT … the biggest drawback for the Peters selection was his history as a potential problem player. Peters had numerous incidents while on the Huskies, and was kicked off of the team after clashing with the coaching staff in 2014.

The Chiefs needed someone either at wide receiver or at offensive tackle in order to make their offense more fluid. There were players available here, guys like T.J. Clemmings, a tackle from Pittsburgh, or Breshad Perriman, a wide receiver from Central Florida. Still, this pick might work out well for the Chiefs if Peters can realize his potential.

Grade: B-

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