KC Chiefs Select Local Product In 2016 NFL Mock Draft
By Scott Dillon
Round 2 – Pick 28: Sterling Shepard, Wide Receiver (Oklahoma)
The Chiefs desperately need a solid wide receiver running tandem with Jeremy Maclin. They got a taste of what could happen when their best receiving threat went down, and it resulted in an inability to score in the red zone in the Divisional playoff game against the Patriots.
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Chris Conley and Albert Wilson are both fine options as third receivers, but that leaves the Chiefs with a need for a number two. If Sterling Shepard falls to the second round, he’d be a nice addition to the offense.
NFL.com had this to say about the wide receiver:
"Born to catch a football. Just eight drops with 253 catches and is able to adjust to high, low or behind him for difficult catches. Loves to compete. Willing to jump into a cornerback and get after him as a blocker from slot. Takes pride in his work ethic and scouts say his personal and football character is extremely high. Teams looking for a slot receiver who can make plays and rack up a high volume catch count on any given Sunday will find their man in Shepard."
With the Chiefs’ offense trying to play in third and short scenarios, a guy like this makes a lot of sense. He’s a guy that can help you get to that position or help you convert the first down, when put into that position.
Sterling Shepard Combine Results
- 40 Yard Dash: 4.48 seconds
- Bench Press: 20 reps
- Broad Jump: 123 inches
- Three Cone Drill: 7.00 seconds
- 20 Yard Shuttle: 4.35 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 41.0 inches
While Shepard isn’t considered a fast wide receiver, he did finish eighth in the 40 yard dash among fellow receivers. He also finished first in both bench press and vertical jump categories.
His strong work ethic and good character should make him fit right in with the team, and he could play an immediate role for the offense in 2016.
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