Chiefs sign UDFA Justyn Ross

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Clemson WR Justyn Ross is signing with the #Chiefs to their 90-man roster, per source.

Ross led the ACC in receiving as a freshman in 2018, ranked fifth nationally with 21.7 YPC and was second in receiving touchdowns. He also stands 6-3, 210 pounds. High quality addition for

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) May 2, 2022

[BossChief]

Nobody loves these lottery tickets more than Veach.

NOBODY.

I bet the final WR spot is a battle between Ross and his former teammate Powell.

[BleedingRed]

I don’t think Gordon’s getting cut.

[BuckeyeTheDog]

Powell sucks balls as a WR.

Ross is a great argument for NIL in college. After that freshman year, the kid should have been PAID.

I would line up the best doctors to give Ross the best shot possible. I just don’t see it right now.

[UChieffyBugger]

IF this move pays off and Ross realises his potential then we're talking about one of the greatest moves in NFL history here and would just add more layers to Veach's legacy.

We're gonna have to be patient as a fanbase with this and take it step by step.

1. Let's see how this rookie mini camp goes and what the reports are from there.

2. Hopefully he'll put in some work with Pat after that camp just like the other receivers have

3. If he makes through the early period with no issues then it will be time for OTA's where again like the mini camp we will see how he does. The main thing during these early stages Is just making sure his physical health is in top shape..I won't be worried about performance at this point.

4. Then the real camp will start and this is where everything comes into play. If he's way down the depth chart that's fine...just keep building his health and giving him those reps.

5. And in the middle of camp is where I hope to see everything come together leading up to the first pre-season game and onwards.

6. Then it's the first pre-season game and getting through this from a health a perspective Is the number one goal.

If those things are accomplished then he should be well on his way to progressing up the ladder.

As for his 40 time..apparently he wasn't fully healthy which is what happened to Keenan Allen when he ran a 4.70 time so I'm not worried about it tbh. Hell even Jerry Rice ran a 4.70 aswell.

[duncan_idaho]

For Ross, I think the question for me is more if his burst comes back. He didn't look as explosive planting and cutting this year as he did as a freshman. You love the size and hands strength and high-point skills. If he can get back a little of that juice (and maybe it really was the foot holding him back), he can have a good NFL career, with good health.

Sometimes, guys' bodies just can't hang on. One of my favorite college players ever was like that (Danario Alexander). Dude was actually better than Jeremy Maclin, IMO, but his knees just couldn't stay clean.

[Couch-Potato]

Originally Posted by duncan_idaho

For Ross, I think the question for me is more if his burst comes back. He didn't look as explosive planting and cutting this year as he did as a freshman. You love the size and hands strength and high-point skills. If he can get back a little of that juice (and maybe it really was the foot holding him back), he can have a good NFL career, with good health.

Sometimes, guys' bodies just can't hang on. One of my favorite college players ever was like that (Danario Alexander). Dude was actually better than Jeremy Maclin, IMO, but his knees just couldn't stay clean.

He played last season with a broken foot.

[kccrow]

Originally Posted by BleedingRed

I don’t think Gordon’s getting cut.

I didn't until we signed Ross. If Ross beats Gordon out, he's gone IMO. Same goes if Coleman can turn it around. They'll keep the 6th spot for a special teams guy. I'd keep my eyes on Watson for that last spot.

I'm going with

Roster 53
JuJu Smith-Schuster
Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Mecole Hardman
Skyy Moore
Justyn Ross
Justin Watson

Practice Squad
Daurice Fountain
Cornell Powell

[Pitt Gorilla]

Originally Posted by duncan_idaho

For Ross, I think the question for me is more if his burst comes back. He didn't look as explosive planting and cutting this year as he did as a freshman. You love the size and hands strength and high-point skills. If he can get back a little of that juice (and maybe it really was the foot holding him back), he can have a good NFL career, with good health.

Sometimes, guys' bodies just can't hang on. One of my favorite college players ever was like that (Danario Alexander). Dude was actually better than Jeremy Maclin, IMO, but his knees just couldn't stay clean.

** recruit Denario Alexander.

[Couch-Potato]

Originally Posted by kccrow

I didn't until we signed Ross. If Ross beats Gordon out, he's gone IMO. Same goes if Coleman can turn it around. They'll keep the 6th spot for a special teams guy. I'd keep my eyes on Watson for that last spot.

I'm going with

Roster 53
JuJu Smith-Schuster
Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Mecole Hardman
Skyy Moore
Justyn Ross
Justin Watson

Practice Squad
Daurice Fountain
Cornell Powell

Add OBJ and we could be electric! OBJ and Ross on the outside, JuJu and Moore at slot, MVS and Hardman as deep threats.

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by PurpleJesus28

I wonder what Powell can even bring after having a full year not playing.Also with Skyy,i always hear how hard it is for receivers to learn Reids offense,but i hope they have some things in mind for him right away,i'm sure they do.

He’s going to return kicks (maybe punts, too.) and they will utilize him on offense more and Moore as the season starts to take shape and he builds timing with Mahomes and trust of his coaches.

This WR group has a chance to be NASTY.

*Moore is going to be a damn stud that gets open, catches the ball and runs like a running back when he has the ball in his hands.
*Juju is a really good possession WR
*MVS is a top level deep threat
*Hardman can take a short throw to the house and improved a lot towards the end of the year on timing on intermediate and deep throws
*Ross was a dominant 1 when he was healthy. He might have been a first rounder if he didn’t have the spinal/foot issues.
*Powell might surprise everyone.
*Josh Gordon has had time in the system and might want to go out with a bang.

That’s a very talented WR room for Pat to work with…especially considering what he had last year.

Hill
Hardman
Gordon
Robinson
Pringle

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by Couch-Potato

Add OBJ and we could be electric! OBJ and Ross on the outside, JuJu and Moore at slot, MVS and Hardman as deep threats.

They don’t need another WR.

Veach has done a masterful job of overhauling the position, similarly to how he overhauled the OL last year.

These guys are all very talented and will be giving it all they’ve got to earn snaps over each other.

[Iconic]

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

I'm skeptical but excited about the possibilities. If he's in this good of shape i don't see teams passing on him for 7 rounds. But I'll optimistically hold my breath knowing there's nothing to lose with trying

Veach mentioned specifically that KU and KCs own staff had checked Ross out and given the green light. So sounds like a lot of that due diligence was done AFTER the draft rather than before which would explain why no one drafted him, even in the 7th. Also accounts for the day long lag between the draft and him getting signed with him being turned into a lab rat by teams' doctors to get cleared.

We kind of got lucky that Veach is Veach and kept in contact with Ross's agent, and that yenno- we have the best ****ing QB/HC combo in the league so any WR looking for a fighting chance would pack their bags and come running.

Man I am way too excited for training camp. First time I'll ever say that.

[Simply Red]

my buddy in NC was congratulating me over and over as if I had won the lottery - so yeah - I guess that is good.

But also - I freaking knew it.

[KC Hawks]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

my buddy in NC was congratulating me over and over as if I had won the lottery - so yeah - I guess that is good.

But also - I freaking knew it.

I knew it that you knew it!!

[MAHOMO 4 LIFE!]

Yea Ross is making this team. Your WRs will be Juju, Mecole, MVS, Moore, Ross, Gordon

Interesting James mentions Justyn Ross in the same sentence as JuJu, MVS, Moore, Hardman when talking about the new receiving room. https://t.co/5QkPzhUaOS

— The Reid Option (@ReidOptionKC) May 3, 2022