Report: Chiefs Reject Falcons Offer for Gonzalez

by Joel Thorman on Apr 13, 2009 10:42 PM CDT Comment 109 comments

Frank Boal of FOX4 in Kansas City is reporting the Kansas City Chiefs have rejected a trade offer from the Atlanta Falcons for tight end Tony Gonzalez. The offer was for the Falcons' 55th overall pick according to Michael Lombardi of the National Football Post.

*Boal rarely breaks news about the Chiefs and the rest of the mainstream media hasn't picked up on this yet so we're certainly going to continue following this story until we can get another confirmation.

Rumors have been swirling that the Chiefs were nearing a deal with someone to move Gonzalez. The basis of some of these rumors? Gonzalez cleaning out his locker.

We'll never know if the future Hall of Fame tight end was simply cleaning out his locker before the start of the Chiefs first veteran mandatory mini-camp on April 17th or if he removed his belongings with the intention that he wouldn't be back.

If the GM Scott Pioli values Gonzalez more than the Falcons' second round pick then it's unlikely any team in the NFL will match his price. The overlord of the previous Chiefs regime, Carl Peterson, reportedly pushed his asking price from a third to a second and fifth round pick at the trading deadline last year.

We can debate about Gonzalez's worth all day long but he's worth whatever any team will offer him. If the offers that came in last season (Eagles' 3rd, Giants' 6th) are any indication, Tony Gonzalez will not be traded by the Chiefs this season.

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meh

im happy either way

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

by 808NaNz808 on Apr 13, 2009 10:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I agree.

We either get a 2nd or we keep TG. I am good either way.

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by DThomasReigns on Apr 13, 2009 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Agreed

I would have done the trade, but I’m just as happy if he’s back for good.

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.
3. Maurice Carthon will be the most hated man on the Chiefs' coaching staff within two years.

by UCrawford on Apr 13, 2009 11:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

"But what do I know, I'm AP's new assclown and I’m like an empty room with a large ECHO"

by Lanier63 on Apr 14, 2009 8:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

by SayHeyWerd on Apr 14, 2009 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

hmmm

anyone think there will be a counter? Or was this just a straight up rejection, game over sort of thing?

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 10:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Not Sure

Like I said in the post the source of this news is curious. Boal isn’t exactly Jay Glazer or Adam Schefter when it comes to breaking NFL news so I’ll call myself curious until we hear some more confirmation.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 13, 2009 10:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I kinda thought that the rumor alone might cause other teams to get involved

similiar to the Cassel trade/McDaniels fiasco incident. But this is good for Cassel. Not sure the 55th pick would have been good enough for me.

by TheQ on Apr 13, 2009 10:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It doesn't seem like enough

But if you try to remove yourself as a fan, you realize it’s really a pretty good deal if you ask me.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 13, 2009 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I agree

No team will offer up more than a second. We can all be pretty sure that TG will be a Chief next year.
Maybe they got an offer from a team with a higher second pick?

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 10:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Does Tony have a no trade clause in his contract?

by TheQ on Apr 13, 2009 10:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Seems like it doesn't it.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 11:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Saving him for a Draft day trade?

total speculation on my part. Perhaps he is here to stay?

by TheQ on Apr 13, 2009 11:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Remember Clark..

really wants him to stay with the Chiefs. He’s not a hard sell to Pioli either, a pro who when his mouth is shut is putting up big numbers and putting in extra time. not unlike Vrabel and Zach Thomas.

home, of the....CHIEEEEEFS!

by Holmeslice on Apr 13, 2009 11:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I did think of that when I first heard the rumor on AP

but then again, when Clark first said it, I thought he might just be posturing for a trade? But good point.

by TheQ on Apr 13, 2009 11:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Agreed...not enough in compensation

Especially after our 2nd pick was enough to bring in Cassel and Vrabel…..hehe…

Opinions are like A--holes, everyones got one.

by aPacificChief on Apr 14, 2009 6:33 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That's what I was thinking

The whole Atlanta/TG thing… Sure, a guy like that could have an impact anywhere, but it does seem a little suspect. There are better fits out there IMO.

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wow.Now that was some drama.

I bet Tony is pissed right about now.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 10:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I sure would think so

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 10:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Especially since was pissed about not being traded for a conditional 3rd last year.

"You said you was gonna take me to see Wu-Tang baby ...So I braided my hair, yes I did, cornroll and everything baby"

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by DThomasReigns on Apr 13, 2009 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe Tony

didnt want to go to ATL…….we dont know

by DT58forever on Apr 14, 2009 7:30 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Again

This is rediculous. Trade him him please! I can’t stand it. I want him to get traded like Jason Taylor and his new team not even make the playoffs while we do. That will show his whiney ass.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 10:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Unfortunately

Trading Gonzalez wouldn’t make us immediately better. Maybe better in the future but not next season.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 13, 2009 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

True

Our needs are huge and many and losing a big producer like TG only creates another gap… for this year

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Depends on how they spend that pick.

We may not see much drop off in the TE position. Cottam is pretty good and we likely wont use the TE as much in the new offense. If that second pick was spent on Unger or a stud lineman, it could make a fast impact.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

True

And I see us getting a versatile Pioli guy like unger. I am baffled on why this was rejected. Unless they are trying to get Dorsey into this trade. I can see this since they wanted him with the 3rd pick last year. I’m gonna go ahead and call this

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

first and second picks for Dorsey and TG-Done!

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 11:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You just wait and see

Next week or two and you’ll be praising me for my trade knowlegde. I’m a straight up beast.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I would do that deal in a heartbeat.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Apr 13, 2009 11:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Possible...

If the powers that be decide that dorsey has no place in the new system…which is what most people are saying.

"...said he could'nt go on the American way"

by The Steel City on Apr 13, 2009 11:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ok...

What can dorsey play in the 3-4 ? Seriously the dude is a fat migdet. Not a DE and way to little for a NT. He is definate trade bait along with Tamba Hali. I’m smelling a serious trade and a huge chain of events sprouting from this. Just speculation.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wouldn't mind at all if you're right

but huge, as in blockbuster better be the operative. It has to have an impact on our record this year. That’s some serious personnel you’re talking about here

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Why do people keep categorizing him by height?

Being short means jack shit. There are a lot of dominant short players so everyone needs to stop acting like its the end of the world that Dorsey is two or three inches shorter than he “needs” to be. Technique makes up for physical makeup.

by Vince D on Apr 13, 2009 11:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That's like saying

Oh yeah Nate robinson can still play Center even though he’s a little too short if he’s got talent. No that’s really dumb to say. Find a GOOD DE in the 3-4 that is 6’1 or even find one that is on the roster. So I’m tired of ignorant people saying this crap about him at DE. It’s not gonna happen! :)

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well..

Not many NFL people have been agreeing with you…Opposite even with Gil Brandt and others saying Dorsey would be good at NT…

Sorry to be a follower, but I will go with the people who know their stuff..

by woodman212 on Apr 13, 2009 11:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Sorry I thought this was the internet

Am I not suppossed to give an opinion? And like previously stated this is just speculation. Because of the talk of Tank playing NT and dorsey not being a DE had me thinking this all up. ( if not previously stated then my bad).

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

We prefer educated opinions...

…not just general ass-hattery

by woodman212 on Apr 13, 2009 11:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Explain

What’s not educated about what I said? Please elaborate.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I have to agree.

Everyone has a love affair with dorsey.

Tank will be a mean NT and while I don’t want to throw dorsey away, if he could get us a 1st…damn.

We could solidify at LT for #3 (trade downs seem unlikely) and then still have a first round to address some defensive issues.

You aren’t Pro TG trade, anti Dorsey trade (talk) are you?

"...said he could'nt go on the American way"

by The Steel City on Apr 13, 2009 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Dorsey wont bring a 1st...

…not this year…no chance

by woodman212 on Apr 13, 2009 11:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You are correct sir.

What up Woodman?

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:05 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If...

Sorry I was arguing on the premise of chiefsfan’s post above

first and second picks for Dorsey and TG-Done!

maybe not crazy possible, but that context.

Do you know what he would bring?

"...said he could'nt go on the American way"

by The Steel City on Apr 14, 2009 12:05 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh my...

Hmmmmm….

I have no idea…But anyone at this point will throw out the rookie learning curve for DTs and will try to deal just based on production.

I would definitely pull the trigger on that deal if offered though.

by woodman212 on Apr 14, 2009 12:08 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yea but thats like

trading a #5 pick straight up for a #20 something….not enough value

by DT58forever on Apr 14, 2009 7:35 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ok

way to [sic] little for a NT

Actually, he is 1 inch shorter than the elite NT’s in the game and about 20lbs lighter hardly insurmountable.

You do understand football, specifically line play is all about leverage. Lower people have more leverage, players that are taller are even coached to get lower to gain more leverage.

Your crap about Nate Robinson or whatever the hell, that is ridiculous, this is Dorsey’s position (DT) it is almost literally comparing apples and oranges.

The point I meant about being educated is that there are experts in this field and none of us are them. Pay attention to what they say and why they argue that. That is educating yourself on football. Gil Brandt is one of the greatest personnel men in the history of the sport. If he thinks and reports that Dorsey could be dominant at NT than I am more inclined to believe him than someone who is “just speculating” on the internet…

by woodman212 on Apr 13, 2009 11:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Luis Castillo from SD

is 6’2" one inch difference and he starts and plays well

by km230015 on Apr 14, 2009 4:50 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

His height deficit is more about short arms than it is short height.

Playing a 34 DE requires a guy that has the size to match up with OT’s and the breakaway ability to get off a very mobie TE. You accomplish that by using long arms to keep the O players off your chest and out at a distance that will let you get around them, or redirect them.

Having short arms is a serious disadvantage to a DE in either the 34 or the 43. You really need to be able to lock out on the O linemen. That’s not to say that you cannot overcome that disadvantage through superior technique and sheer strength, but it’s hard to do.

So when people talk about the height of a DE it’s not so much about batting down passes (which is another advantage of both height and long arms) it’s more about keeping the O linemen out of you chest and giving you room to work.

The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynacism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw

by Texas Chief on Apr 14, 2009 12:16 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That is a definite concern for Dorsey

and I am really hopeful that he can be a great player for us, but it does seem that he really does not fit the 3-4. Right now, I would say he would be a “Nickle Nose Tackle”.

Is that even a position? wt…

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

This whole line of thought is rediculous

Dorsey has a spot on the 3-4 under and a PRIME spot.
I am so sick of us wanting to trade everybody Everybody
This team wont have any players :(
Maybe I need to take a Naz-cation.

you don't have to win and you don't need to fight. Supertramp

by Steve_Chiefs on Apr 14, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

ReDiculous

Call all you want nobody is going to pick up

you don't have to win and you don't need to fight. Supertramp

by Steve_Chiefs on Apr 14, 2009 9:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I don't agree with the statement that

the TE won’t be used much in the new offense. With no depth at WR, TG would be Haley’s Breaston.

I've been rapping for about seveteen years okay? I don't write my stuff anymore I just kick it from my head you know what I'm sayin? I can do that. No disrespect but that's how I am.

by soybon on Apr 14, 2009 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

And do you think I have

Ever thought anything with the chiefs is immediate? No I just can wait and see how things pan out.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Whew!

What a day of blogging. I sat at my desk this morning thinking how slow today was going to be. It sure picked up this afternoon.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 13, 2009 10:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Honostly

Woke up for school. Looked at the computer… HEADLINE: Chiefs sign Zach Thomas. Ahhh today is gonna suck and now I can’t even get off the computer. Great job with all the reports. You should be paid for this shit.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Bet the deal breaker was...

The Falcons trying to get us to take Mike Vick along with their #2. Just kidding but there had to be something that caused it to brea down. Might’ve been the fact that the details were leaked before the deal was done. Pioli tends to put the break on things and doesn’t want it announced until the deal is done. (see the Cassel /Vrabel deal, Engram, Thomas).

by WesternChief on Apr 13, 2009 10:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Pioli knows

he will look like a fool if his boy Cassel has nobody to throw too and we go 0-16

by bringbacktheglory on Apr 13, 2009 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

spot on

"stuck in Dallas"

by johnnyo_99 on Apr 13, 2009 11:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

This smells funny to me.

I think something big is going to go down….

by JComp11 on Apr 13, 2009 11:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

That's what Haleystheman is saying too

I’m curious what you guys are thinking???

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 11:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Perhaps by rejecting the trade

we just artificially drove up TG’s trade value. Maybe we’re looking for a 2nd and a 5th?

by Vince D on Apr 13, 2009 11:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

We're thinking

That we smell something fishy and were a little ways from the beach if you catch my drift.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Lol

If it goes down, I just hope it’s massive

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 11:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Who or what would you want?

John Abraham?

by thejesuslizard on Apr 13, 2009 11:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

let's see a big dick swingin'

multi-player, multi-draft pick, multi-team deal. A real blockbuster kinda thang! I dunno man. I’m bored shitless and would love for something big to go down around KC. A couple guys hinted at something and with a few of they guys we have that might not fit (or don’t wanna be here), our cap space and the #3 overall pick, I’d say we have a better chance than just about any other team in the league to pull it off. Plus we have the Don at the helm.

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 11:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Haha

John Abraham, Michael Turner, first round pick, second round pick, and a conditional 2010 pick. Either that or no deal. :)

(Just kidding. No one attack me please.)

by Vince D on Apr 13, 2009 11:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah! Now you're talkin'

You must be as bored as I am. haha!

I can’t wait til draft day.

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by Buck'O on Apr 13, 2009 11:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Get him!

by KansasCityShuffle on Apr 13, 2009 11:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ha!

Sorry, that cracked me up.

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:02 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I like the way you think!

All or nothing!

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:02 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh and a 5th is a big thing

We cut a 4th yesterday

you don't have to win and you don't need to fight. Supertramp

by Steve_Chiefs on Apr 14, 2009 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

We want

2nd rounder, and my BOY, Roddy (The black knight) White. Not gonna happen but maybe just a few draft picks and a Harry Douglas returner type. Who knows, I can only come up with our part.

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Picks...plural?

Who would give that up for a player with under 3 years left willing to play.

by woodman212 on Apr 13, 2009 11:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Your being a real

Pain in my ass. No we were talking about dorsey tg and maybe hali to atlanta. Read the above ^

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That would be Da Bomb (Roddy White)

by Haleystheman on Apr 13, 2009 11:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

If true

I’m breathing a sigh of relief. Our pass rush was piss poor last year and our offense was actually very good, so trading a second round pick for a tight end (even Tony Gonzalez, once of the greatest of all time) wasn’t going to sit well with me.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 13, 2009 11:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What are you guys going to do about losing those two good linebackers?

Do you have anyone in house that can step up?

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:04 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well, we signed Mike Peterson

He’s a short-term fix, but he may surprise a few people next year. We have Stephen Nicholas leftover from the Bobby Petrino days, but the jury’s out on whether he’s anything more than a quality backup. Our best bet, I think, is to spend a high round draft pick on a guy like Virginia’s Clint Sintim.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:05 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for the info

I like Sintim too, but I would be a little surprised if he is still there when you pick. Unfortunately, we are a little in need of LBs as well. Thank goodness we have one of the best at picking them.

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:11 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

There's a lot of talent in this year's draft, too

It’s just that around the mid-20’s, I have a feeling a lot of those linebackers are going to be second round talent. I think there’s a good chance we deal back into the second round if we’re going in that direction.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

ugh

Mike Peterson was benched for performance on THE JAGUARS. But I wish him the best

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

by 808NaNz808 on Apr 14, 2009 12:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh, I know

But he was very good when Mike Smith was still his defensive coordinator in Jacksonville, which is what gives me hope.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:14 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

So you need a LB huh...

maybe that’s where this big deal comes in. I’m not a big fan of speculating a thousand different scenarios, but this looks like the kind of thing the new management could make happen. There happens to be a pretty promising LB at the top and to switch 1st’s and a pick for Tony doesn’t seem all that out there.

by JComp11 on Apr 14, 2009 9:03 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm glad he didn't go to Atlanta

because the Falcons REALLY suck

by KansasCityShuffle on Apr 14, 2009 12:00 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I'm going to rise to the bait

What makes you think we’re terrible?

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:06 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I dont! :D

I was impressed with Ryan and his leadership…

by woodman212 on Apr 14, 2009 12:09 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks man

For what it’s worth, I think the Chiefs have a bright future. Between your new GM and your new coach, that’s one hell of a brain trust.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:14 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I have to say

I didn’t think the Falcons would do much last year, and that ruined a couple of pools for me! They had a hell of a turn-around and its great that they’re doing well. In fact, on NFL Total Access a little while ago, they were talking about the Falcons being legitimate SB contenders if they picked up Gonzalez. We’ll see. I don’t believe much until it’s finalized.

I hope you’re right. At least its exciting, right?!

by Reno_Chief on Apr 14, 2009 12:24 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Interesting's better than nothing

News gets people talking, and that’s never a bad thing. Can’t wait for the draft.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:29 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Agreed

There are too many variables to keep it all straight, I’d like the offseason to hurry up and get over with. This draft could be badass though.

by Reno_Chief on Apr 14, 2009 12:35 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I think the Falcons were awesome last season

what they did was straight up amazing last year. They only had 4 weak teams on their schedule!

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

by 808NaNz808 on Apr 14, 2009 12:15 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I agree

Basically turned it around in one season, with a ROOKIE QB. That is very impressive.

I was really hoping the Falcons would take Dorsey at #3 last year and leave us Ryan. Seriously.

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:20 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ironically

I wanted Dorsey, and I got extremely angry when we picked Ryan. Shows how much I know, eh?

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:20 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Exactly

In fact, whatever I think will happen, just go with the opposite!

by TheQ on Apr 14, 2009 12:23 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ha!

That figures, right? Who are the Falcons really looking at for the first round? I admit I haven’t paid much attention to the NFC.

by Reno_Chief on Apr 14, 2009 12:26 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Your guess is really as good as mine

I can’t claim to have a solid read on what our GM is going to do. If it was me, I’d look outside linebacker or defensive tackle in the first. My guts says they’re looking at guys like Evander Hood at DT and James Laurinaitis at linebacker.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Laurinaitus

looks like he could be a beast. I would definitely agree with that pick.

by Reno_Chief on Apr 14, 2009 12:36 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That was my mock draft pick for SBN

Though my first choice (Sintim) was gone at that point.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:38 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm originally

from Cleveland and a huge Ohio State fan. Laurinaitus is a beast. It can be hard to tell sometimes because I think the Big Ten is seriously weak and I never think Ohio State plays enough tough games but JL performed even in OSU hardest games.

He was a game changer and was constantly blowing up plays in the backfield. If he pans out in the NFL he is going to be a sick player. Plus his Dad was in the Legion of Doom!

Paddy

by Patrick Allen on Apr 14, 2009 6:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The schedule will be even tougher this year

I’m not taking anything for granted, especially because we’ve never had back-to-back winning seasons in our franchise’s history.

by Dave the Falconer on Apr 14, 2009 12:21 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Do you guys have an interest in a trade package with Dorsey?

Just curious if there is a need in that position that might end up on the table. I don’t think he is the perfect fit for the 3-4. Tank will be a great NT if he puts the weight back on. So I wouldn’t mind shipping Dorsey over to you guys.

"...said he could'nt go on the American way"

by The Steel City on Apr 14, 2009 12:54 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs