The Chiefs are still searching for a wide receiver who can seize a real role, and fifth-round pick Cyrus Allen is making a case early in camp.
Allen, who was drafted by Kansas City in the fifth round, had a strong weekend as the rookies reported and got on the field. In one of the most eye-catching moments from the camp update shared by Nate Taylor of ESPN, Allen hauled in a leaping touchdown catch in the end zone over two defenders.
For a player buried on the depth chart, that kind of play matters. It’s also the sort of moment that can start turning heads quickly when the team is looking for someone to emerge behind the top names.
Allen also talked about what it means to be working with Patrick Mahomes, who has been spending time at the Chiefs’ facility while rehabbing from knee surgery.
"It's still a surreal moment for me because I used to play the [Madden NFL] game with Pat a lot," Allen said about Mahomes, who’s basically been living at the Chiefs’ facility as he continues to rehab from knee surgery. "I'm pretty familiar with what he [does]. That was my favorite team."
Now Allen is trying to turn that dream scenario into something more concrete. His immediate competition is Nikko Remigio and Jalen Royals as he battles for a roster spot as the fourth receiver, but the opportunity could grow if he keeps stacking days like this against the veterans.
The need is obvious. The Chiefs have wanted more from Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy, but neither has delivered in the way the team hoped. Worthy has been limited by injuries, while Rice has been a problem because of his off-field issues.
Allen, meanwhile, is leaning into what he does best. He’s working on route running and the finer points of getting open against zone coverage.
"Everything is pretty much timing," Allen said. "This [isn't] college anymore.
This is big-boy ball. I'm on his time, and everything is very precise."
Andy Reid also offered guidance on those details, and Kansas City doesn’t appear to be picky about where help comes from right now. The Chiefs have been connected to several free-agent receivers, but so far they haven’t shown any sign of going that route. Getting real production from Allen would be a major boost.
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