Chiefs draft another cornerback, select Steven Nelson in 3rd round

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The Kansas City Chiefs have drafted another corner.

Kansas City selected cornerback Steven Nelson out of Oregon State in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft.

The Chiefs took Marcus Peters with their first-round selection, illustrating they want to focus on improving their pass defense.

In a division where you have to face Peyton Manning, Philip Rivers and Derek Carr, it's a wise strategy by the Chiefs.

Steven Nelson Bio

Position: CB
School: Oregon State
College Experience: Junior
Height: 5-10
Weight: 197 lbs.
Age: 22

Combine Results

Strengths 

• Above average strength on a smaller frame allows him to jam receivers and disrupt routes early.
• Will do well in a scheme that demands physicality and toughness (Tampa 2).
• Will excel in the run game as a backside tackler and could be an effective blitzer.

Weaknesses

• Speed is a question mark as faster receivers seem to beat him deep on go routes far too often.
• Lack of awareness leaves him out of position at times.
• Length is an issue, particularly when speed is lacking and recovery will be a necessity at the next level.