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Chiefs Worked Out Arizona OT Eben Britton

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A day after news came out that the Chiefs worked out University of Arizona's Mike Thomas, we learn from Scout.com that the Chiefs also worked out Arizona OT Eben Britton.

An offensive tackle for the Wildcats, Britton is a three year starter that brings a lot of size and power, particularly in the run game.  At 6'6", 310 pounds he's skilled enough to play either tackle position but according to Mocking the Draft's scouting report on him, right tackle may play to his strengths.

May not have the great foot quickness that’s required of a left tackle. Needs to slide his feet better instead of taking small steps. Benefited from playing in a wide-base spread offense where he was standing up off the snap. Marginal lateral agility.

He has experience playing on both sides of the line, having started at right tackle in '06 and '07 before shifting to the left side his senior year. 

No questions in the durability department. He's started 37 consecutive games for the Wildcats.  This is very pleasing to hear considering the logistical problems that come with a 300+ pound body jarring into opponents 50+ times a game.

He's got all the characteristics Scott Pioli wants - big, strong, smart and disciplined.  We know the Chiefs like the mentoring, Mike Vrabel types.  From NFL Draft Scout:

Quality person who gets very good family support. Articulate and modest. He is an unselfish type who will not hesitate to help other teammates digest the playbook. He is probably the most respected player on the team and one the coaches usually use as a leader for recruits to follow.

Possibly the most interesting part of this workout is that Britton is projected to be a mid-first rounder.  Nowhere near the Chiefs first (#3 overall) or second (#67) picks.  Can we read anything into this?  Probably not.  Instead this is likely due diligence on the Chiefs part.

Though it's no surprise to any of us who have looked at Pioli's history, this is a clear indication that the Chiefs are willing to part ways with the third overall pick - for the right price.

Eight offensive line coaches showed up to his Pro Day to watch him work out.

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a little of both

FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.

by sexassassin on Mar 25, 2009 6:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Maybe holding

his hand isn’t on the face mask

Marley will be walking soon...she could probably play Linebacker better than some of the guys we had.

by PVChiefsfan on Mar 26, 2009 9:00 AM CDT up reply actions  

I love the fact

that we’re scouting players that may go late first round. Come on Pioli, let’s see some more of your wheelin’ and dealin’.

Ten sacks in a season! For crying out loud that's what I used to average per game using DT in Tecmo Bowl!

by KCporkchop on Mar 25, 2009 6:13 PM CDT reply actions  

tells you something eh?

Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.

by 808NaNz808 on Mar 25, 2009 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Had this crazy dream last night...

we traded our 3rd to the Eagles for their 2 first rounders and additional pick so they could take Crabtree. I never remember dreams so this has to be true.

by Helmets on Mar 26, 2009 8:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

i think he is setting him self up for that package

deal lj tony and maybe waters to get that second round pick and a late 3rd

FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.

by sexassassin on Mar 25, 2009 6:16 PM CDT reply actions  

i figure we could upgrade both our lines and cottom is not bad at all

he has great hand tons of height and he blocks well. waters will be missed for sure but we would maybe be able to pick up a good center or tackle in the second that is younger and maybe another lineman in the 3rd round that could rotate on d or o

FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.

by sexassassin on Mar 25, 2009 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

I do like Cottom.

I’d still like to see Tony around for a year or two but I think we’ll all be pleasantly surprised at how
good Cottom is. I won’t say we won’t miss someone with Tony’s talent but this guy has got a great future with the Chief’s and he’s learned from the best. Not everything that was done during Herm’s three years was bad…..he did bring in some great young talent. I just question his abilities to develop them.

by jcox31mc on Mar 25, 2009 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Herman "the house" Johnson in the second

he’s huge but I hate his technique. Under Muir that could change

Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.

by 808NaNz808 on Mar 25, 2009 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bear Down, Arizona.

Bear Down, Red and Blue. Bear Down, Arizona. Hit em hard let em know who’s who. Bear Down!

by HIV 2 Elway on Mar 25, 2009 6:35 PM CDT reply actions  

Working out 2 Wildcats privatly?

Love it. Hate to tell you Oklahoma fans but you kept the wrong Stoops.

by HIV 2 Elway on Mar 25, 2009 6:36 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm not an Oklahoma fan

But I think you are right HIV.

by TheQ on Mar 25, 2009 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

This guy seems like a stud

That is all Scarlett Johansson, baby! ------------------------>

by mistamic on Mar 26, 2009 2:34 AM CDT reply actions  

3rd round

How bout some 3rd or 4th round chase coffman

by kcman16 on Mar 26, 2009 10:09 AM CDT reply actions  

yeah

we took 2 last year, Cottam and Merritt… who we recently cut… but, 11 out of 12 isn’t bad for last year’s draft!

I do hope they keep tony G and DON’T draft a TE… though Chase Coffman has amazing hands.

by stagdsp on Mar 26, 2009 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

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