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New York Giants should target these Chiefs free agents to build Mike Kafka’s offense

By Reese Nasser

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 17: Darrel Williams #31 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates a touchdown during a NFL football game against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 17, 2021 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 17: Darrel Williams #31 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates a touchdown during a NFL football game against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 17, 2021 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) /
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ST JOSEPH, MISSOURI – JULY 30: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs talks with teammates Austin Blythe #66, Creed Humphrey #52 and Anthony Gordon #8, during training camp at Missouri Western State University on July 30, 2021 in St Joseph, Missouri. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images)
ST JOSEPH, MISSOURI – JULY 30: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs talks with teammates Austin Blythe #66, Creed Humphrey #52 and Anthony Gordon #8, during training camp at Missouri Western State University on July 30, 2021 in St Joseph, Missouri. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images) /

Austin Blythe, Center

Kansas City Chiefs center Austin Blythe played just 12 offensive snaps throughout the  2021 regular season.

Blythe suffered a hernia injury during the off-season and served more as necessary depth for the Chiefs’ offensive line.

Prior to his one year-stint in Kansas City, Blythe was a starter for the Los Angeles Rams. During the 2020 season, he recorded 1120 snaps, the third most of any center that year. He also allowed just four sacks, which was also the third-least among all centers. He finished the season with a 69.3 PFF grade.

Blythe has the ability to be a starting level center for this Giants offense. With current center Nick Gates dealing with a potentially career-threatening injury and the disappointing play of Billy Price last season, going out and addressing this position in free agency is a real possibility. Blythe has proven that he can play at a high level and wouldn’t expect a massive contract due to barely playing in 2021.

The signing of Blythe would also allow for more flexibility in the draft. Having a solid starter at the center position would allow for the Giants to address other necessary spots with their earlier picks.

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