If it weren't already evident before this week that the Kansas City Chiefs need a true franchise quarterback, it should be now.
Kansas City Chiefs’ need for QB in NFL Draft evident
With the team down 20-17 to the San Diego Chargers, there was just enough time to mount a drive to at least tie the game. But in doing so, starter Matt Cassel threw an interception on a screen intended for running back Dexter McCluster.
The loss dropped the Chiefs to an ominous 0-3. While there are still plenty of time to turn the season around, the odds are against it. That’s especially true while Cassel is under center.
On the season, Cassel has more interceptions (five) than touchdowns (three). Cassel isn’t necessarily regressing, he’s just not improving or taking advantage of the talent around him.
Cassel is in the middle of a six-year contract signed before the 2009 season. The deal was for $63 million with $28 million guaranteed. According to reports, the contract was front loaded with $40.5 million coming in the first three years. So while there is a good amount of money tied into Cassel, it’s not excessive.
It’s especially not too excessive for the Chiefs to use a first-round pick on a signal caller. Judging by how the season is going, the Chiefs will have a high draft choice. That means they could be in play for Stanford’s Andrew Luck or Southern California’s Matt Barkley if they don’t have the top pick.
Right now, both look like franchise quarterbacks, something that Cassel does not.
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