Chiefs Players Say It's 'A Lot Easier' To Come Back After a Win

by Joel Thorman on Nov 23, 2009 4:09 PM CST in 2009 Kansas City Chiefs Campaign

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Photo of LB Jovan Belcher courtesy of the Kansas City Star

The Kansas City Chiefs were back to work at the Chiefs facilities this morning in a good mood. The players are no different than us - it's always easier to go into work on Monday morning after a Chiefs win.

"A lot easier, a whole lot easier," LB Jovan Belcher said when asked if it was easier to come into the facility this week.

"It was a big one, being Super Bowl champs last year, so it was a big win."

Indeed it was big but after a day off tomorrow the Chiefs are back to it preparing for another team on Wednesday.

With their next opponent looming, a few Chiefs players spent time Monday morning talking about the big win over Pittsburgh yesterday.

Ryan Succop

"The biggest thing is that we, the Kansas City Chiefs, beat the Pittsburgh Steelers yesterday. it was nice to have a part in that but it was a huge team victory and to be a part of it was awesome."

"We're 2-0 i the third quarter of the season and that's the direction we want to go and continue."

"All the coaches and players have been working really hard since I"ve been here and it's like we're being rewarded for a lot of hard work. It's definitely a step in the right direction."

Mike Vrabel

"You start stringing practices together, stringing games together, it can be real positive for your football team."

Lance Long

"It's a big win. . You gotta tip your hats to the Pittsburgh Steelers because they're a great team. A win like that ust lets us know that if we can play with them we can play with anyone. It's just a good feeling all around. A win like that brings the team together and hopefully we start doing well."

Chris Chambers

"The guys were starting to surround each other and play for each other. It was just great to get a total team victory - offense, defense and special teams played great. We know we're capable of beating a team of that caliber and we can move on and play even better next Sunday."

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Could you guys imagine....

if the Pats don’t tag wilfork? I’m almost positive Pioli would snag him. That way the speculation of drafting Suh would stop and we could maybe grab the BPA…say BERRY!!!
I still cant believe yesterday….it was insane. Ihope we pull out a win next sunday!

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:14 PM CST reply actions

yeah, it was a great win

and it was AMAZING to see KC CLOSE OUT the last 2 weeks…
The worst kind of losses are when you have a chance, but blow it in the end (see the first Oakland game and the Dallas game)

The best wins are when you find a way to make plays when it counts, and you finish off your opponent, regardless of who they are.

A win like this does give hope for the future, and improvements like Wilfork could be the icing on the cake.

* "I doubt anyone will miss Connor Barth except UCrawford"
* the LB corps may become the biggest strength of the Chiefs in 2009
* The OL is NOT as bad as you think it is... give it time, and you'll see improvement this season
* Stats are for losers

by stagdsp on Nov 23, 2009 4:22 PM CST up reply actions

Im just glad we have a playmaker now...(Chambers)

He has come up huge since he started playing for us. Bowe sometimes did it but he was always double covered. Now that we have a playmaker…LETS USE HIM! I cant wait to see the Charger game. This will be the last game that i watch of the year (unless KC makes it to the superbowl lol). So pull out a win for me guys!

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:42 PM CST up reply actions

Defenses will adjust accordingly.

Sorry.

by worc on Nov 23, 2009 5:09 PM CST up reply actions

Pittsburgh had all week to adjust knowing we wouldn't have Bowe...

The best coached defense in the league didn’t “adjust accordingly”….Or however they adjusted was not effective, i should say…

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by woodman212 on Nov 23, 2009 5:18 PM CST up reply actions

Charles had 'em worried about turnin' the corner and Long, Wade, Bradley brought speed to the perimeter.

Things were MUCH more open than they’d’ve been with Bowe on the field. Sorry, but I think having that speed was more crucial to victory than having Bowe drawing (shallow) doubleteams. I think his effectiveness is exxagggggerated.

No question. Otis Taylor should be in the Hall of Fame.

by hmills110 on Nov 23, 2009 5:25 PM CST up reply actions

they already had...since Bowe was called out...they would have changed their focus..

by SDChief on Nov 23, 2009 5:34 PM CST up reply actions

I there a chance we don't keep him?

I thought he was only signed through the season… nervous

-cw

Watching the 2009-2010 Chiefs 12 hours ahead of you (in Taipei, Taiwan).
Twittering my every move. Don't act like you're not even slightly interested.

by webby37 on Nov 23, 2009 6:50 PM CST up reply actions

We're already starting the plotting in order to keep him.

So don’t worry, he’s going nowhere.

by Archyrr on Nov 23, 2009 8:12 PM CST up reply actions

yea man

imagine sitting 5-5 right now. we would actually have a chance in this division. all im sayin is, the donkeys and the bolts are nothing we cant handle. not this year but i mean for years to come. im excited.

Give Todd Haley a full regular and off-season to build Bowe's Cassel, and we will all wreap the benefits...

by CHIEFER on Nov 23, 2009 5:18 PM CST up reply actions

I love Wilfork, hes exactly what the D needs to step to the next level...

by SDChief on Nov 23, 2009 5:32 PM CST up reply actions

Wilfork

or Casey Hampton for that matter. I’d rather bring in Wilfork because he’s younger, but if he’s not available I’d be glad to see Hampton brought in for a couple years.

Predictions:

Kansas City will not win more than four games in 2009
Kansas City will have a new OC and DC in 2010
Kansas City will win at least seven games in 2010

by jmcgoblue on Nov 23, 2009 6:07 PM CST up reply actions

Wilfork or Hampton?

Both New England and Pittsburgh drafted prospective replacements for Wilfork and Hampton. One will likely not get resigned after this year!!! Lets Go Pioli!

by florida chief on Nov 23, 2009 7:13 PM CST up reply actions

Problem:

Teams get two franchise tags in 2010 since it is uncapped. Pats will probably tag Logan Mankins AND Wilfork if they don’t want to resign.

by Nick Britt on Nov 23, 2009 9:44 PM CST up reply actions

Belcher for the defensive rookie of the year

Welcome to Chiefs REBUILD - Version 2.0 /The Clark Hunt Edition
Chiefs will be lucky to go 4-12 in 2010

by KansasCityShuffle on Nov 23, 2009 4:19 PM CST reply actions

Not so sure about that one....

I think Cushing will take that prize.

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:20 PM CST up reply actions

Was talking about on the team

should have clarified, sorry

Welcome to Chiefs REBUILD - Version 2.0 /The Clark Hunt Edition
Chiefs will be lucky to go 4-12 in 2010

by KansasCityShuffle on Nov 23, 2009 4:42 PM CST up reply actions

Well i think if he keeps playing like he did yesterday, it will be an easy decision no doubt about it.

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:44 PM CST up reply actions

Over Succop?

I love Belcher, but I think after our history of kicking woes, Succop would have to be the winner.

by ChiefDJ on Nov 23, 2009 4:46 PM CST up reply actions

"Defensive" Rookie of the year.

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:47 PM CST up reply actions

I love your debate style Wrestler.

Adjust your arguement and position slightly as you go to fit what you need. Much more pleasant to read than people who stubbornly refuse to change their opinion at all.

by Archyrr on Nov 23, 2009 6:33 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

It does speak to the overall shittyness of our draft

That probably our 2nd best rookie was an UDFA.

Johnnie Morton: The Man. The Myth. The Legend.

by craig in calgary on Nov 23, 2009 4:40 PM CST up reply actions

Hey..lets think positive....like SUCCOP!!!!

by Wrestler189s on Nov 23, 2009 4:44 PM CST up reply actions

seymour was not a good player his first year...this doesnt worry me at all...rounds 4-5 are troublesome with washington/brown

but Magee has been getting pressure AND sacks as well….

by SDChief on Nov 23, 2009 6:10 PM CST up reply actions

Ya

Keep in mind that Washington was a Jr, so that makes it even tougher. I have concerns about him (due to his supposed issues at OSU), but he has athletic talent & could be a good project in a year or two.

Magee has definitely been stepping up a little over the past couple of weeks.

Predictions:

Kansas City will not win more than four games in 2009
Kansas City will have a new OC and DC in 2010
Kansas City will win at least seven games in 2010

by jmcgoblue on Nov 23, 2009 6:12 PM CST up reply actions

impossible to tell how good/bad the draft was at this point.

It’s not any different than any other type of work…there’s an adjustment period. If the guys are working hard & trying to improve, a lot of them will probably end up being pretty good.

Predictions:

Kansas City will not win more than four games in 2009
Kansas City will have a new OC and DC in 2010
Kansas City will win at least seven games in 2010

by jmcgoblue on Nov 23, 2009 6:10 PM CST up reply actions