Are the Bump and Run-away defense and Run, Run, Run, Punt offense over?

by swift347 on May 30, 2008 4:09 AM CDT Comment 12 comments

The days of the Bump and Run-away defense are hopefully a thing of the past. We may have lost Jared Allen but when you think about if... We won 4 games with him, so apparently he wasn't nearly as important to the team as everyone really thought. Especially with Dorsey now manning the middle. If the "Tank" gets fired up also, I might even be able to get a sack or two.

But here is where it really gets exciting... The cover 2 defense doesn't require you to have a "shut down" corner. All you need is decent corners because you are (hopefully) able to drop 7 players into coverage. With safties roaming over the top to help everyone, the corners job is considerably easier. Well guess what? We now have the makings of our very own "shut down" corner(s) in rookies Brandon Flowers and Carr. It has been said that the Chiefs have already been able to implement a lot more man coverage into the defense. With Surtain possibly being the 3rd/nickel back that says a lot for these kids The Bump and Run-away defense seems to have left the building along with it's creator... Ty Law

As for the run, run, run no let's pass... nah let's run, and punt offense... The jury is still out on that. We seem to have a franchise LT in Brandon Albert, and that's never a bad thing to have when you are rebuilding an offense. We still have Brian Waters manning the LG position too so the left side (blind side) seems to be safe. Center worries me along with the RG position. Atleast the RT will likely be manned by Damien McIntosh. A solid veteran who when healthy did a good job at LT so I think he can handle the right side just fine. I think the center and right guard positions will end up with the right guys for the job... So I guess I am going to put my money on atleast an average or maybe a little above average O-line. One more year and I will say an excellent line.

This leads me to the skill positions. QB is a toss up, even with the Willie's (Roaf and Shields) in their prime I would still be scared to trot Brodie on to the field as my starter. Hopefully I will be firing up my grill and smoking some crow this fall. I would love nothing more than to eat a big plate full as Brodie leads the Chiefs to the play offs and beyond.

L.J. on the other hand, I have been highly critical of L.J. since the hold out. I think he will return to form this year. With the line shaping up and having good back ups in Kolby Smith and Jamaal Charles this year he stands an excellent chance of being great once again. Charles will be the perfect compliment to L.J's style too.Not to mention the fact that they will feature a true full back again with Mike Cox.

The receiver position has always been a question in the past. But I don't think that will be a problem any more. You have the pillar of the recieving corps in Tony Gonzalez. Yeah he is nearing the end, but you still have to respect him anytime he touches the field. The emergence of our finally true number 1 reciever in D-Bowe will only help everyone. But the rookie Will Franklin is what really has me hopping right now. I have a bias opinion because as a MIZZOU fan I have grown to love watching him play over the years. But I am telling you, if he can slow the game down and play it on his terms he will be as good of a number 2 as you can find. Not only is he big, he is a burner. Oh, and slowing the game down may not be too much trouble for him. His former teammate is the equivalent to colleges' Peyton Manning. So he is used to complex offenses. With Jeff Webb and Devard Darling in the mix also there shouldn't be a shortage of targets for Brodie... as long as he remembers what color jersey they wear though...

Everything seems to be shaping up nicely on the offensive side of the ball. And since Herm and the Chiefs finally divorced from Mike Solari the offensivelly offensive play calling should also be a thing of the past. Chan Gailey was probably the best offensive aquisition this year... Aside from Albert of course. I will definitly say that this offense will be far better than the last two. The greatest show on turf won't open up in KC but we will definily be able to score the football again, So I will promise the run, run, run no let's pass... nah run, and punt offense will be no more.

Be ready... This may not be a super bowl year for the Chiefs. But I promise you, You will be impressed, you will see improvement, you may see the play offs, but most importantly... Your hope... WILL BE RESTORED!

This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Arrowhead Pride's writers or editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of Arrowhead Pride writers or editors.

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You had me going on Franklin until....

Oh, and slowing the game down may not be too much trouble for him. His former teammate is the equivalent to colleges’ Peyton Manning.

Then I just had to laugh. :)

by ChiefDJ on May 30, 2008 6:41 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Yeah

I see where he gets the comparison, both have sick numbers, but a spread offense makes any quarterback look sharp.

by Joel Thorman on May 30, 2008 8:25 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I think he was trying

to compare the complexity of the offenses…I would imagine the Colts’ WR’s have to be pretty sharp to pick up the plethora of audibles and such…which might compare to the complicated spread offense that Chase ran.

by PVChiefsfan on May 30, 2008 8:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Actually

Colts receivers are required to attend an acting class so that they can determine when Peyton is just spouting jibberish to fool the defense and when he’s actually changing the play.

by sunny D on May 30, 2008 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Or so they are all on the same page

in the DirecTV Commercials

by KC FAN IN CA on May 30, 2008 11:04 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The comparison of Chase Daniel and Peyton Manning refers to

the fact that Mizzou spends about 80% of the time in a no huddle/hurry up offense that constantly tests the players mind. With all of the different audibles, shifts, and changes. And yes Chase Daniel is the college equivelent to Peyton Manning. He is the one running that circus offense. Calling the plays, all the reads, check downs, audibles…. All Daniel. And the skill level involved to complete all of those passes… I think Chase might be just a little good. I assume you must be a “Jayhawk” fan or something ChiefDJ… I hope not. But if you are it’s ok. I guess nobody is perfect.

Steve Caskey

by swift347 on May 30, 2008 11:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That is ridiculous

to claim that because someone doesn’t think Chase is as good as Peyton, even Volunteer Peyton, they must be a KU fan? I love Chase, but if he were as good as Peyton was in college, he would already be a projected 1st rounder.

by PVChiefsfan on May 30, 2008 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not saying he is or ever will be as good as peyton

I am saying that from a mental stand point he has the same characteristics as peyton. He runs the offense with authority and commands every action by the offense. What I was going for when I made the comparison is that Franklin is used to a highly complex offense, full of constaht audibles, tiring and seemingly neverending drives, and a qb that knows what he is doing and what he wanted from his teammates. Also, you and everyone else all know that if Chase Daniel played anywhere other than in the Big 12 north, or Mizzou he would absolutely be one of the top rated college talents. And as far as being a Jayhawk fan… It was a joke, Calm down. I assume you must be a Jaybird er Jayhawk fan too. lol Nobody’s perfect.

Steve Caskey

by swift347 on May 30, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs