Around the AFC West: Grades for the rest of the division

Around the AFC West: Grades for the rest of the division
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Weighing in on the 2025 draft classes of the Chiefs’ division rivals.

Now that the NFL Draft is a week old, let’s evaluate how each AFC West team approached it in their quest to challenge the reigning AFC Champion Kansas City Chiefs.


Denver Broncos: C+

Round 1, pick 20: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas

Perhaps one of the steals of the draft, Barron fell to the Broncos and immediately bolstered an already strong defense. With Barron on one side and Patrick Surtain on the other, Denver might just have a new no-fly zone.

Round 2, pick 60: R.J. Harvey, RB, Central Florida

Harvey was heavily utilized in college, racking up 458 carries over two seasons — including 1,416 rushing yards in one year and 1,577 in his senior season. He also found the end zone 22 times on the ground and added three receiving touchdowns. Expect a similar workhorse role in the NFL.

Round 3, pick 74: Pat Bryant, WR, Illinois

Bryant may not be the top wide receiver in the draft, but he has excellent hands. However, he’ll need to improve his ability to create separation at the next level.

Round 3, pick 101: Sai’vion, DE, LSU

A solid scheme fit on defense and is likely to serve as a rotational piece. He may get lost in the mix unless he makes a strong impression.

Round 4, pick 134: Que Robinson, OLB, Alabama

A special-teams player fit.

Round 6, pick 216: Jeremy Crawshaw, P, Florida

Another Aussie punter in the league! You love to see it.

Round 7, pick 241: Caleb Lohner, TE, Utah

A basketball-turned-football player. Lohner has great hands and a good size for his position.


Las Vegas Raiders: A-

Round 1, pick 6: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Jeanty is a definite upgrade in the running back room for Las Vegas. Last year, the Raiders tried with Zamir White and Alexander Mattison. Jeanty can find holes and has the explosiveness to move the ball downfield and rack up yards.

Round 2, pick 58: Jack Bech, WR, TCU

During this part of the draft, the Raiders traded back and accumulated picks to address more needs later on. Bech was a leading receiver for LSU two seasons ago and also stood out at TCU. He has great hands and a solid frame.

Round 3, pick 68: Darion Porter Jr., CB, Iowa State

Porter brings great hands, quick and soft feet, long arms, and a towering 6-foot-4 frame — rare traits for a cornerback. It will be interesting to see how he holds up against the Chiefs’ high-powered offense.

Round 3, pick 98: Caleb Rogers, G, Texas Tech

Rogers played 55 games at tackle in college, but with 32-inch arms, he projects more as a guard at the next level. His likely NFL role is as a swing guard, with potential to also play emergency tackle.

Round 3, pick 99: Charles Grant, T, William & Mary

A strong tackle with 34-inch arms, Grant should be...