Kansas City Chiefs: Top five intriguing players yet to hit potential

Five Intriguing Players Yet to Hit Potential – Number 5: Jehu Chesson

A fourth round pick who has an incredibly high ceiling is rookie wide receiver Jehu Chesson. Chesson was an under the radar talent at Michigan, as his stock rollercoastered throughout his college career.

Chesson’s junior year was the season that made him look like a round two talent. He had the skill set to be a go-to receiver, as his stats definetly spoke for themselves during his junior season with 50 receptions for 764 yards and a whopping nine touchdowns for the Wolverines.

Going into his senior year, Chesson held high hopes to be the number one receiver for the Wolverines. Sadly, Chesson was the complete opposite. He disappointed in his final year at Michigan with only 500 yards receiving and just two trips into the end zone.

Chesson did have a good senior year, but it was not near as good as his year prior. That created a season that was upsetting to some.

So, what does this exactly mean? Perhaps it signals that the Chiefs found themself a gem midway into the 2017 NFL Draft. His junior season was one of the better seasons compared to any wide reciever in college, which means his ceiling for production in the future for Kansas City is high.

Chesson’s Kansas City rookie campaign began in preseason play as usual. Chesson hauled in four receptions for 46 yards, all of which were thrown by teammate, and second string quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Chesson made many deserved catches, but where Chesson opened my eyes the most was during his special teams production. During a routine punt return against the Tennessee Titans, Chesson returned a 76 yard punt for a touchdown. 

Patience is key for Chesson.

When will the Chiefs unleash Chesson?

Chesson could help on special teams, as well as on offense in the near future. I am excited to see what Chesson can do in the NFL, but he will be a project, as he will take time to fully develop into a reliable playmaker for the Kansas City Chiefs.

For the time being, Chesson will continue to improve throughout the year, and eventually make his way to be a reliable playmaker – just not yet. Patience is key for Chesson. Once he gets the green light, life will be great for number 80 in red and yellow.

His senior year scared scouts away, which left him available later in the draft than perhaps what his skill set displays. A few seasons learning the system is what Chesson needs, as he will look to improve day in and day out.