Steve Smith Sr. sees potential in Cyrus Allen for Chiefs' WR1 role

Steve Smith Sr. believes Cyrus Allen could emerge as the Kansas City Chiefs' future top wide receiver following his selection in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. During training camp, Allen has generated interest due to his route-running skills and production at Cincinnati, where he scored 13 touchdowns in his last season. While his size may not fit a traditional outside receiver profile, Smith highlights his potential to fill a critical role in the Chiefs' offense. With the team needing more consistency among their receivers, Allen's development could allow Kansas City to create a balanced passing attack around Patrick Mahomes. Preseason performances will be instrumental in assessing his readiness for the NFL.

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