Could one of the players who participated in the team’s recent local pro day make it to Kansas City?

While many of those who attended the Kansas City Chiefs’ local pro day on Monday are longshots to make it to the NFL, several of the participating players will probably be selected during this month’s draft.

Among them, Kansas State cornerback Jacob Parrish might hear his name called first. In his 2025 draft guide, Dane Brugler of The Athletic has ranked him as the 67th-best prospect.

Here’s what to know about this former Wildcat.

Background

Parrish may be familiar to you. A product of Olathe North High School, he committed to Kansas State in 2022 as a three-star recruit. He started 24 games over the last two seasons in Manhattan, totaling 102 tackles and five interceptions. He was also credited with five tackles for loss and half a sack.

After the season, Parrish was invited to the Senior Bowl. At the NFL Scouting Combine, Parrish turned in an outstanding 4.35-second 40-yard dash. Two weeks before the draft, that speed (and a 37.5-inch vertical jump) has made him a hot name — even though he checked in a little under 5 feet 10.

Film evaluation

For any top college cornerback, the best testament to their talent is a scarcity of game film. This is true for Parrish. In 2024, much of the action against K-State’s defense was across the field from where he was aligned.

Here — while lined up outside — Parrish has a target come his way. But the receiver is shifted so far to the sideline that there is little danger of a completion.

Cornerbacks who want to play in Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s unit must be willing to do the dirty work in run support — even if they are undersized players like Parrish.