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From Taylor to Peppers, the Chiefs' Rumor Mill Churns

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This offseason, unlike many others before it, has been a whirlwind of rumors regarding trades and free agent acquisitions.  Don't fool yourself though as rumors generally start when there's a lack of information being provided.  The news coming out of One Arrowhead Drive has been at best minimal, and at worst non-existent.

The Kansas City Chiefs are getting some ink across the national media though.  Here are a few of the rumors we've been hearing as of late.

Julius Peppers to Kansas City?

Adam Schefter doesn't seem to think it's so outrageous.  In an interview with WEEI, Schefter said he wouldn't be surprised if the Chiefs made a run at Peppers on draft day.

It would not surprise me if Kansas City makes a run at him on draft day.  That's an interesting spot to watch and it would not surprise me if the Chiefs make a move at Julius Peppers. 

Schefter then said he would be "very surprised" if Peppers made his way to New England so that may knock out one of the two main competitors (Dolphins being the other).

Nothing concrete by any means but we've been pretty high on Schefter around here so this is certainly something to keep an eye on.

Jason Taylor

Bill Williamson at ESPN.com said the Chiefs should target Taylor and UCrawford followed that up with an endorsement for Taylor in red. 

Anything regarding Taylor is likely wishful thinking at this point but the intrigue is there.  The Chiefs signed his brother-in-law Zach Thomas and will utilize a 3-4, which Taylor played in at Miami.  On top of that, the financial issues shouldn't be an issue if GM Scott Pioli wants to pay him.

Tony Gonzalez

I'm just re-hashing old information here.

  • Falcons reportedly offered a second round pick for Gonzalez
  • Gonzalez empties out his locker at Arrowhead - spring cleaning or signs of a trade?
  • Chiefs reportedly reject the Falcons second round pick offer - no plans to trade Gonzalez or waiting for someone to meet our demands?

Nothing new to report on the Gonzalez front at this time.  We're still waiting to hear if the Chiefs flat out rejected the Falcons' offer or countered with higher demands.  "Don" Pioli is well versed in the world of NFL trades so we're certainly keeping our eye on this situation.

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As we continue to focus on some of these more compelling story lines this offseason, keep in mind that any rumor you read on Arrowhead Pride will be clearly labeled as such.  We're not trying to go all Chris Mortensen on you.  Mr. Pioli said it best- "It's about getting it right"

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So if they traded for Peppers and had to give up a draft pick

PLUS sign him to a long term deal, how bad does the Jared Allen trade look now?

That would be a net trade of:

Jared Allen
1st round pick
3rd round pick (speculating)

For

Julius Peppers
Brandon Albert
Dajuan Morgan

by RedNose on Apr 14, 2009 3:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I Would Say "Ugh"

Considering that with the #3 overall pick there’s going to be a hell of a player in there.

I am officially going on record as saying that I oppose trading the #3 pick for Julius Peppers.

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 14, 2009 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Agreed

The # 3 for Peppers is a very bad move. Maybe our 3rd rounder?

by Jay 23 on Apr 14, 2009 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd have to think it would be a swap...

Our #3 for Peppers and their 1st next year and whatever else is needed to even the trade out.

by HIV 2 Elway on Apr 14, 2009 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I would much rather have Julius Peppers than any person we could take at #3.

Dorsey-Tyler-Peppers… I’m getting a boner just thinking about it. Complete and utter defensive dominance.

by Vince D on Apr 14, 2009 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

heey keep your meat in your pants

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

by sexassassin on Apr 14, 2009 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ideally

We move down for two firsts (don’t all trades start with that?) and give up a 1st for Peppers and keep another first.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 14, 2009 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That I could get on board with

But a big part of it too is not paying Peppers Jared Allen money. Otherwise it’s a wash at best, and a travesty at worse.

by RedNose on Apr 14, 2009 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

didnt we

get two 3rds for Allen

by DT58forever on Apr 14, 2009 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes we did

Cottam, Morgan, and Charles were our 3rd rounders

by Vince D on Apr 14, 2009 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The problem is

Carolina doesn’t have to give up anything if they want to since they hold the cards. They could say they don’t want to give any picks back so it’s either #3 or nothing.

by Vince D on Apr 14, 2009 3:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Then they would only get Peppers for another year

And he would leave. Or they could pay him $17+ million for one more season.

by Joel Thorman on Apr 14, 2009 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

hes about

to hit that age anyway 30 and hes going to want an outrageous contract I say NO to drugs….I mean Peppers

by DT58forever on Apr 14, 2009 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What???????????????????/

Have we not learned of all the mistakes to come from king carl. That has nothing to do with pioli fixing his mistakes. Peppers would be a great addition to the defense. The only problem I see is (has he signed his franchise tender).If not that is a problem. Peppers is a stud and would be an instant contributor to our defense. Not only that but fill one of our biggest needs PASS RUSHER not only that but an elite pass rusher. I say do what it takes.

by chiefman on Apr 14, 2009 3:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow pioli is pulling rabbits out his hat right now. I can say this for a fact

atlease we are sniffing boxers this guy is going after talent we are going to be a machine pretty soon and in on every deal wow this is exciting.

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

by sexassassin on Apr 14, 2009 4:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

This is a huge change of pace since the old regime. Im ok with anything at this point if we get Peppers straight up for our #3 then do it. We can still find talent in the draft with the new crew in charge. Just get the deal done.

by readANDgold58 on Apr 14, 2009 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

if thats possible

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

by sexassassin on Apr 14, 2009 4:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I live in Charlotte

and I’ve seen Peppers in person around town and at the games. Dude is a beast no doubt, but I’m not sure about giving up the #3 for him. The Panthers are in a financial bind and everyone around here is disenchanted with him now, so maybe we can use that to our advantage……if we do get some extra draft picks however I’m all for it!

by Hail2DaChiefs on Apr 14, 2009 5:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I was all for trying to sign

J.Pepper’s as a free agent! But there’s no way i would give our #3 pick for him! It would be different if he was 2 yr’s younger! IMO we have to use our #3 pick to get more pick’s in the draft,at least trade down for a couple of first’s! Then we could trade one first rd pick for him, and it wouldnt be so bad! We also need to get back in the 2nd rd somehow!

by CPT.Caveman on Apr 14, 2009 7:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

did you even read the post?

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

by 808NaNz808 on Apr 14, 2009 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

No.......

I just push alot of these little buttons on the thingy in front of me, and just say whay come to mind!

by CPT.Caveman on Apr 15, 2009 12:01 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

hahah NM

I thought i was on a different post

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

by 808NaNz808 on Apr 14, 2009 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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