Entering last year’s MLS SuperDraft, expectations for what D.C. United’s plans were ended up being all over the place. Mock drafts had United going for an attacker, a speedy winger, and a center back. Those same mocks all saw Chris Odoi-Atsem going several picks earlier than the Black-and-Red’s first opportunity with the #12 spot on the list, but when draft day came around, the Mitchellville, MD native was still available. United, in need of a right back and defensive speed in general, pounced.
That choice made a lot of sense.