AP commenter mikvogel is at Arrowhead as we speak and he's sending us pictures of the Arby's mini-camp. Many, many thanks to mikvogel for doing this. Here's his first shot:

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UNC kicker Connor Barth is one of the many free agents that the Chiefs picked up after this past weekend's draft. Since the Chiefs' '07 5th round pick, UCLA kicker Justin Medlock, seemed to mentally tap out before the season began, I found this video of a "cerebral" Connor Barth quite interesting. This guy may end up kicking for the Chiefs next year. And unlike training camp last year, I'm sure Barth will have plenty of competition.

H/T Scout.com

Most Kansas City Chiefs fans expected the team to come out of draft weekend stocked with offensive line prospects, likely with at least two upper-tier prospects coming to Kansas City. Last year's line was so atrocious that only Damion McIntosh, Brian Waters and possibly Rudy Niswanger could say for sure that they had jobs in 2008.

Surprising many, the Chiefs dipped into the offensive line talent pool only twice and only drafted one upper-tier prospect - Virginia OG Brandon Albert at #15. Barry Richardson, a tackle from Clemson, was taken early in the 6th round and has already been considered a "steal" by many. Normally, and Richardson may be an exception, 6th round tackles don't jump in and start.

So where does that leave the Chiefs' offensive line, which was by far the weakest link in an already weak team chain?

Currently, this is how I see the line stacking up (Qualifier: This will change) -

LT - Brandon Albert, Anthony Alabi/Wade Smith

LG - Brian Waters, Herb Taylor, Tre Stallings

C - Rudy Niswanger, Wade Smith

RG - Will Svitek, Herb Taylor

RT - Damion McIntosh, Barry Richardson

It's been noted that if Albert does indeed win the left tackle job, that McIntosh will move to the right side either as a guard or a tackle.

I left out few practice squad guys and it should be obvious that this is a very preliminary depth chart. Also, if you've heard read or heard any tidbits about who will be playing what position, chime in and let us know.

I know we've been over all our draft class many times this past weekend so this post is for those of you who may have missed the draft. For those that are caught up to speed, care to take a gamble at the Chiefs depth chart in the comment section?

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• Tons of great draft stuff as usual from Arrowhead Addict. I'm sure you've already been over there a few times this weekend but if you haven't, definitely make time for it.


• KC Chiefs Fanatic gives us a few thoughts on Glenn Dorsey. The verdict? The guy is good. Really good.


• Gonner's View weighs in on the draft and like every sane Chiefs fan, says we did a hell of a job.


• The Chiefs were the only team to get an A draft grade from Mel Kiper, Jr. -- "The rebuilding process is on. The Chiefs started the draft with 13 picks, and they made them count."


• Wow. A actual newspaper writer who said that the Chiefs' could have traded Larry Johnson. Where's the accountability?


• Here is the post-draft press conference transcript from Carl Peterson and Herm Edwards. Could this line get any more "Herm" -- "We stuck mainly to our board and have players who can compete at a lot of different positions." I love it Herm. Keep it coming.


• Oh man this is too sweet. Peter King, who normally thinks about the Chiefs about twice a year, doesn't even include the Chiefs in his top five ranking of the best drafts. Why? Because the Chiefs did so well that it would be unfair to include them.


• You know all of those mock drafts you read before this past weekend? The Huddle Report grades them for accuracy.


• Fox Sports -- "The Chiefs identified the sleeper of the draft in the fifth round, a player I mentioned in my All-Sleeper Defensive Team, Grand Valley State CB Brandon Carr. Carr is a tremendous athlete with great size, and he really impressed scouts during his Pro Day. He ran a 4.43 in the 40, had a 35-inch vertical and 10'4" broad jump and timed well in shuttle drills. Those attributes and his playmaking ability make him a steal for K.C."


• And this is why I dislike Jason Whitlock writing about the Chiefs. I really enjoy his 10 Truths column on Fox Sports and his other writings. I just can't stand his doom and gloom with the Chiefs.


• AFC West draft picks -- Denver, Oakland and San Diego.


• Nice work by a couple of you calling Barry Richardson to the Chiefs last week.

The Monday Morning QB is coming out in me and I'm still extremely happy with the Chiefs draft.

The undrafted free agent signing are already starting to come through. Scroll down for a few of those.

Stick around for my draft review coming out in a bit.

Sorry again for the late start everyone. It's been a whirlwind of activity here in Austin, TX. Getting ready for the flight back to KC now. Here are the Chiefs' picks so far.

Round 3, Pick #73 Texas RB Jamaal Charles

Round 3, Pick #76 Tennessee TE Brad Cottam

Round 3, Pick #82 NC State S DaJuan Morgan

Round 4, Pick #105 Missouri WR Will Franklin

Expect a definitive write up later tonight.

GO CHIEFS!!!!

• #1 Miami Dolphins - OT Jake Long


• #2 St. Louis Rams - DE Chris Long


• #3 Atlanta Falcons - QB Matt Ryan


• #4 Oakland Raiders - RB Darren McFadden


• #5 Kansas City Chiefs - DT Glenn Dorsey

Yes! Fantastic pick by the Chiefs' brass. Glenn Dorsey has routinely been called the best player in this draft and the Chiefs obviously could not pass on his talent. Even with Herm Edwards penchant for rounding up picks, Dorsey was simply too good to pass up.

Making this pick even more incredible, the Chiefs turned down a last minute offer from the Saints. The offer was this year's first round pick (#10) and next year's second round pick.

**UPDATE 12:05 PM CDT** PFT is reporting that ESPN said that the Raiders will select RB Darren McFadden with the #4 pick.

Well, here we are. The most important draft in the history of the Kansas City Chiefs.

I'll be updating this post with the picks. In the meantime, we have a plethora of fantastic FanPosts to keep you entertained. Check them out to the right side of the page. NFL.com's coverage is here.

So, dive right in and start commenting.

GO CHIEFS!!!