Arrowhead Pride on Cyrus Allen
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Both Allen and Benson are reportedly already taking some reps with quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the starting offense. That's meaningful. The Chiefs aren't going to waste reps, even early in camp, with the best quarterback in the game.
STACKED’s take
Allen's early camp reps with Mahomes suggest potential depth role or 2027 slot starter.
Fifth-round rookie WR taking early reps with Patrick Mahomes and the starting offense; the source notes this is meaningful because the Chiefs don't waste reps with their best QB. Allen's calling card is winning against man coverage, an area the Chiefs offense desperately needs. His best reps have come in the slot, though evaluators believe he could play outside. If early camp performance holds, he could carve out a legitimate depth role similar to JuJu Smith-Schuster's recent value, though unlikely to overtake Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, or Tyquan Thornton for primary playing time in 2026. A much larger role is possible in 2027 when Rice's contract expires, with potential to start in the slot alongside Worthy and Thornton.
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