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Chiefs Draft Profile: James Houston IV balances linebacker and edge-rush skills

As we creep closer to the 2022 NFL Draft, we will hear reports of prospects that the Kansas City Chiefs are hosting for an official, top-30 visit.

On Tuesday, Scott Kennedy tweeted that Jackson State defender James Houston IV was scheduled to visit the Chiefs on Wednesday. Houston is a hybrid player with experience as both an off-ball linebacker and edge rusher at the college level. Every NFL team is allowed 30 “visits,” in which they can meet draft prospects and introduce them to coaches and other members of the organization.

After not receiving an invitation to the NFL Combine, Houston put up incredible numbers at his Pro Day — and apparently, the Chiefs took notice.