Chiefs take Illinois guard Jeff Allen on day two of NFL Draft
April 28, 2012 8:44 AM
The 6-foot-4, 306-pound Allen was a four-year starter at tackle in college but played guard at the Senior Bowl and that is probably the position he will be asked to play in Kansas City. He was introduced at the draft by former Chiefs guard Will Shields.
"They see me as a guy that can come in as a versatile guy that can play any (position) on the line," Allen said. "I think I'm comfortable enough to play (guard) at a high level. The difference at guard is you have to be less patient. I learned that at the Senior Bowl and I just want to continue to get better at that position as well."
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