Haley Says Chiefs WRs 'Have a lot of work to do'
by Joel Thorman on Mar 24, 2009 8:47 PM CDT
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No way Bowe makes that catch.
via photos.upi.com
Todd Haley addressed the media at the NFL Owners meetings in Dana Point, California this afternoon. We've already discussed a couple of the topics owner Clark Hunt covered earlier in the day (LJ/TG/Waters here and Hali/Dorsey here), but this is the first time we've heard from Haley in California.
First, he addressed the Bobby Engram signing. There were plenty of folks, including the guys at the Red Zone, who were clamoring for the Chiefs to sign free agent and former St. Louis Ram Torry Holt.
Holt, who specializes on the outside, didn't fit the Chiefs need which was slot receiver.
"We don’t really have anybody on campus that is that inside receiver, so to speak. That’s a big thing for the offenses I’ve been involved in."
The need for Holt wasn't as dire as some of those in the media made it out to be as Haley also said he liked what he saw from Mark Bradley when he scouted him coming out of the University of Oklahoma. With the Dallas Cowboys at the time, Haley thought he would have a shot at drafting the former Sooner.
"We rode back on the plane coming back from the combine. I remember talking to him and he remembers it. He has ability."
Even with the slightest of sophomore slumps, Dwayne Bowe is still the #1 wide receiver on the depth chart. Despite his abilities, Haley says the Chiefs may not be done in the wide receiver department, especially considering the talent worked with in Arizona.
"But we’ve got a lot of work to do there. That’s obviously an area I keep my eye on pretty heavily."
And keep an eye on it he will as the Chiefs have scheduled a private workout with Arizona Wildcats* wide receiver Mike Thomas on April 3rd according to Scout.com. More to come on Thomas in the morning.
*Cue Arizona Wildcat love from HIV2Elway.
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It does seem that they want to upgrade the position
since they have signed 3 WRs. I really like the Copper signing. I hope he can show us something.
crabtree?
Len Dawson:
"Lamar Hunt had a dream and, the thing is, we had dreams, too. Just imagine the number of people that he has touched because he said, 'I'm going after this dream."'
by smokin iowa chief on Mar 24, 2009 9:12 PM CDT reply actions
Mike Thomas
Never heard of this guy before so I looked him up
5’8"
195 lbs
4.40 40 yd dash
Thomas is an undersized receiver with excellent quickness and very reliable hands. He has been Tuitama’s only reliable target during the 2008 college season. Thomas has good bulk for his frame at just under 200 pounds at just 5’8" tall. He has better than average top-end speed and will be an excellent possession receiver out of the slot in the NFL. His quickness will allow him to separate against man coverage against most nickel and dime defensive backs in the NFL. He is a polished route runner and shows tremendous elusiveness after he catches the ball. He will not run away from many defensive backs, but uses intelligence and quickness to win battles.
sounds like
wes welker…. small, fast, polished route running, elusiveness, and intelligence. has the potential to be a solid pick up
even though i go to Arizona State and anything that comes from Tuscon AKA mexico is tainted
that kush... that kush.. and we ball like swush
by 'its_our_year_kid' on Mar 25, 2009 1:01 AM CDT up reply actions
agreed
in my bracket i had asu going down to temple… and you’re right, asu did play pretty badly, haha almost as bad as your cats did against us the three times we met before the tourney
that kush... that kush.. and we ball like swush
by 'its_our_year_kid' on Mar 25, 2009 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Mike Thomas...
love to have him. Would rather not have to use a third round pick on him but with his speed that may be where he goes.
hes not really saying the receivers themselves need a lot of work
just the coaching staff and Pioli getting a guy or two more in there.
Sounds Like Bradley's Going To Stay In The Lineup
Which is good because I think the guy’s got promise if he can stay healthy. Granted, that’s a big if, but I’m not going to be unhappy if the Chiefs go into the season with him as starter.
Predictions for 2009
1. Todd Haley's going to struggle with managing his staff in his rookie year as head coach.
2. The Lions will draft Matt Stafford, the Rams will draft Jason Smith, and the Chiefs will draft either Aaron Curry or Eugene Monroe.
I like it
WR being such a high priced diva oriented position and all. If there’s one thing Haley can get the most out of, it’s definitely WR. I like that he’s starting to identify his players and is giving them a vote of confidence. I think Bradley can be a solid contributor with the right coaching. Sounds like he’s been identified as an object of Haley’s personal interest. This could very well serve to motivate him to raising his game significantly.
Vae Victis!
Bradley and Franklin
both have a lot of potential. Of course, I go to Mizzou so I’m biased toward Franklin. The guy was a beast for us here… he and Maclin were unstoppable.
Franklin is intriguing
had his route running been better, there is no way he would have lasted until the 4th round.
His combination of size and speed is not common in WR’s.
Marley will be walking soon...she could probably play Linebacker better than some of the guys we had.
Caption under the photo
I may be mistaken, but I believe Bowe did make the catch in that picture. He bobbled it but managed to catch it and take off up field with it. It was pretty early in the game I believe.
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