In fact, things went so well for Kansas City that Veach even managed to trade back four spots and still get his guy - Moore in the second round. Cook should be a lot to handle in the defensive backfield, while Williams offers major upside after playing Division II college ball.
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McDuffie should help replace Charvarius Ward, who left for San Francisco in free agency, while Karlaftis and Chenal should help a pass rush that was among the worst in the NFL last season.
The Chiefs signed Justin Reid as his replacement and made a few other moves, but it was clear that the Chiefs intended to get younger and faster on that side of the ball through the draft.įive of their first six selections came on that side of the ball. The biggest needs were clearly on defense, where the Chiefs struggled mightily in the playoffs, then lost All-Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu in free agency. “It was one of those weird setups where we were able to stick to the board, stick to the value, players' talent and upside, and yet at the same time, address key needs for our team.” Third-round pick Leo Chenal fits perfectly among Kansas City linebackers, fourth-rounder Joshua Williams will provide cornerback depth and offensive lineman Darrian Kinnard in the fifth offered exceptional value.Īll areas of need, all addressed without too much stress. It kept going like that all weekend: With their other second-round pick, the Chiefs plugged a hole at safety with big-hitting Bryan Cook. And when their first of two second-round picks rolled around, the Chiefs got one of their favorite wide receivers in Skyy Moore, a multifaceted talent who many gave a first-round grade and who should help the Chiefs overcome the loss of three-time All-Pro Tyreek Hill.
30, where the Chiefs nabbed one of their favorite pass rushers, George Karlaftis. Here, you can dine on a nice mix of authentic, well-prepared Northern Italian dishes: shrimp carciofi, caprese salads, and thin-crust pizzettes.One of their top cornerback targets, Trent McDuffie, was there to trade up for at No. Back then, it was just up the street from Kansas City's most popular gay bar, Cabaret, which has since closed but the gay following it rendered stuck. Osteria Il Centro: This place has been one of the city's more romantic neighborhood trattorias since it opened in 1995.Hereford House: There are several locations of this classic steakhouse chain dotted around the city, but none are closer to the LGBTQ+ scene than its historic location in the Crossroads.
Tourists will enjoy exploring the adorable neighborhood it's in, too. Michael Forbes Bar & Grille: This gay-owned and operated 63rd Street eatery is popular with the locals.Be sure to stop by for HamBINGO (a charity bingo hosted by Mary's best drag queens) on Wednesdays through Saturdays, or the very popular monthly beer busts. Hamburger Mary's: Everyone's favorite campy gay burger chain has an outpost in this Midwestern city.Uptown Arts Bar: Come for the cabaret, stay for the drinks and comradery.Not a typical tourist destination, but a good stop if you're doing a gay KC pub crawl. It's laidback and caters to the bearish/leather set, but by no means exclusively so. Sidestreet Bar: As its name suggests, this cozy neighborhood bar is on a quiet side street in Union Hill, making it a favorite hangout with the many gay men who live there.Woody's Classic Sports Pub: Crowds of people are constantly crowded around the pool tables, beer-in-hand, at Woody's, which is a great venue to watch local sports teams.The menu is big on shareable plates: hummus, calamari, pizzas, and beef-and-artichoke roulades. Bistro 303: An airy and contemporary cocktail bar in the heart of Westport's festive dining and retail district, Bistro 303 is one of KC's gay hot spots for happy hour, martinis, and casual-but-sophisticated dining.Drag shows, Latin nights, and good drink specials are all part of it, too. Its friendly crowd and sweeping dance floor make it fun whether you're a fan of country-western or not. Sidekicks Saloon: The bright-red brick-and-wood building in Midtown that has long housed Sidekicks has seen quite a few line dancers and two-steppers in its day.