Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes knows how to get the best out of every single one of his playmakers. No matter what position Mahomes is throwing to, the player will step up.
One player who could be Mahomes's new favorite target is a Day 3 pick with tons of upside. Bleacher Report's Damian Parson thinks wide receiver Jalen Roylas could make an impact from Day 1.
"The Kansas City Chiefs continue to improve the wide receiver talent around quarterback Patrick Mahomes," Parson wrote. "This year, they took Utah State wideout Jalen Royals in the fourth round, a season after selecting Xavier Worthy in the first round and two years after drafting Rashee Rice. Chiefs director of player personnel Ryne Nutt told reporters he believes Royals offers a similar skill set to Rice's, saying, 'His game is very similar to Rashee's.' Rice is an alignment-versatile receiver whom Andy Reid utilizes to create mismatches against the defense. The 6'0", 195-pound Royals' height and weight are close to the 6'1" Rice's, but he is a better raw athlete, per their respective athletic testing numbers. Rice missed the majority of the 2024 season due to an LCL injury. He may be limited to start this year as well. This opens the door for Royals. His run-after-catch abilities can be amplified inside this Chiefs offense. If the opportunities arise, Royals' talent is there to make a lasting impact."
In three seasons in college Royals recorded 1,914 receiving yards and 21 scores in 32 games.
If everyone stays healthy, Royals will most likely be the team's No. 3 or 4 wide receiver this season, but he could play a major role if an injury occurs.
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