Chiefs Defensive Rookie Creed Humphrey Recognized as Top Player Midseason

Creed Humphrey has been recognized as the highest-graded player for the Kansas City Chiefs at midseason, according to PFF. The report highlights that Humphrey has achieved an impressive overall PFF grade of 89.4, the second-highest among all qualified linemen, trailing only Penei Sewell.

His pass-blocking and run-blocking grades both exceed 83.6, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness across the line. This recognition comes amid a turbulent season for the Chiefs, who currently hold a record of 5-4 and sit in third place in the AFC West.

Despite their struggles, the Chiefs remain strong contenders for the Super Bowl, largely due to the performance of players like Humphrey and standout quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who has thrown for 2,349 yards and 17 touchdowns.

The Chiefs' defense is also proving to be a strong unit, ranking in the top ten for both yards and points allowed. However, the team has faced ups and downs, including a troubling start with back-to-back losses to the Chargers and the Eagles.

They managed to bounce back with a three-game winning streak but suffered a setback against the Buffalo Bills in Week 9, where Mahomes faced significant pressure, being sacked three times and hit 15 times.

As the team heads into their bye week, the Chiefs will need to regroup and rally for a strong finish to the season. The report from Arrowhead Pride emphasizes that while the current playoff picture shows a 78% chance for the Chiefs to make the postseason, they will need to improve in the second half to solidify their chances.

With the NFL trade deadline recently passed, the Chiefs opted not to make any moves, missing out on the opportunity to acquire running back Breece Hall from the Jets, who has been a standout performer in recent weeks.

Moving forward, the Chiefs will rely on their defensive strengths, highlighted by the emergence of rookie Humphrey, as they aim to turn their season around and challenge for the playoffs.