The Five Players You Would Want to be Kansas City Chiefs
by JComp11 on Jul 17, 2009 6:23 AM CDT
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PrintFrom the FanPosts. Perfect Friday topic. -Chris
A couple of weeks ago I saw an interesting topic posted over on Pats Pulpit and thought it would be interesting to post here. The topic, as the title suggests, is to pick any five players (and preferably provide a reason) currently not a Chief that you would like to see in a Kansas City uniform. I'm sure we'll see similarities with other fans in the league, but it still should be interesting. I'll start with my five, pictures included!
Ryan Clady (LT) I would love to see Clady come to the Chiefs and provide our new QB with bookend (future) Pro Bowl tackles for the next decade. I don't care who is on what side, Albert and Clady together provide the foundation for a solid-at-worst line.
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DeMarcus Ware (OL) With 3 Pro Bowl selections at the age of 26, Ware is the lone Cowboy I would actually want on my team. Ware is one of the best young LB's and would provide a great partner for DJ.
Andre Johnson (WR) A little controversy? Maybe. I would take Johnson over Fitzgerald. With these additions the Chiefs would have one of the fiercest defenses and an offense on the rise. Johnson would be the best receiver in the league with a team that would live up to its potential. Either one would be a great addition, but I would choose him over Fitzgerald.
Nick Mangold (C) The young Jets center also has a Pro Bowl under his belt and would put us one step closer to a return to the offensive line glory we once experienced.
Jerod Mayo (ILB) The defensive ROY would destroy the middle next to DJ and Ware. Throw whoever else you want in as the 4th LB among these three and you have potential for one of the greatest linebacking corps in the history of game.
This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Arrowhead Pride's writers or editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of Arrowhead Pride writers or editors.
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Tough
But the five I would chooose would be, in no particular order:
-Vince Wilfork. Put him alongside Dorsey and Tyson Jackson on the line and that is one scary looking DLine, that is if they live up to their potential, Dorsey and Jackson. This would be one solid line and one that would be very hard to get by and penetrate. Sure would be nice to have Dorsey, Jackson, and Wilfork.
-James Harrison. Last years Defensive player of the year, and the man who made the key play, a 100yd interception return that gave the superbowl to pittsburgh. He sure would help put sacks on the board and pair up with DJ Thomas and Vrabel.
-Larry Fitzgerald. Not only would he be back with his former OC coach, he’d be lining up along with Bowe at receiver. These two would make out for one hell of a duo. Dare I say better than Fitz & Boldin? I think Fitz & Bowe, not only sounds better, but would be better.
-Jared Allen. What I would do to have him back. Him alone in his last season in KC put up more sacks than anyone else in the league, and put more sacks up than our defense alone last year. 6.5 more. I hate Peterson & Co. for trading him away. He was heart & soul of our defense. He was and still is one of the top 5, if not 3 defensive ends, just wish it was in red and gold.
-Adrian Peterson. Man this guy is explosive. Probably the best RB in the league right now. I’d love to have him on our team right now over LJ any day of the week. He is just an outstanding back to me. He’s got the speed to get down field and get by defenders and he’s got the power to truck through defenders to keep going and racking those yards. Amazing to watch. Hey he’s even not a bad receiving back either, that’s always a plus.
"Larry Fitzgerald, move over because there's another young gun, and his name is Dwayne Bowe from Kansas City" - 2009 Cris Carter Hall of Fame WR
In Pioli We Trust! Right?
Would you have Jared Allen
put on weight to play 3-4 DE, or lose weight to play 3-4 OLB?
Either way, you’re hurting his potential…he is a 4-3 DE, period. Making him bulk up to play DE would slow him down, and his one weakness has always been run defense…so maybe you ask him to drop to 260 lbs. and play OLB, but how will he do in pass coverage?
Marley will be walking soon...she could probably play Linebacker better than some of the guys we had.
by PVChiefsfan on Jul 17, 2009 7:07 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Jared Allen
I would simply put things back to place that made Allen succeed. If it means a 4-3 so be it. That’s what he succeeded and thrived in. Put him back in that situation. He will still manage and be successful. He was for a reason.
"Larry Fitzgerald, move over because there's another young gun, and his name is Dwayne Bowe from Kansas City" - 2009 Cris Carter Hall of Fame WR
In Pioli We Trust! Right?
I hate to tell you guys this
but if Allen were still on the team, he’d be making the transition to 3-4 OLB just like Hali is
I think Pioli wants this defense to be exclusively a 3-4 as soon as possible. This hybrid thingy is just a transition until we have time to get the personnel Pioli wants.
Marley will be walking soon...she could probably play Linebacker better than some of the guys we had.
by PVChiefsfan on Jul 17, 2009 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions
No Way
Allen I don’t think would be an extrodinary OLB. He’s better suited as a DE. If we still had him I don’t think he’d be going to OLB. I really don’t. He’s a killer end.
"Larry Fitzgerald, move over because there's another young gun, and his name is Dwayne Bowe from Kansas City" - 2009 Cris Carter Hall of Fame WR
In Pioli We Trust! Right?
Easy
Ryan Clady, Larry Fitzgerald, Terrel Suggs, Vince Wilfork, and Adrian Peterson
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
reasoning
The heart and sole of a team lies in the teams QB and it’s ability to get to the QB
Clady- Clady was the best LT in the league as a rookie. Slide Albert over to RT and we’ve got a dominant o line for Matt Cassel to sit behind
Fitzgerald- Paired with Bowe, Bradley, and Engram there are threats on every level for Cassel to throw to. This receiving core would arguably be even more dangerous than what Cassel left behind in New England.
Suggs- Young and is the best at what he does. He is the definition of what a DE/OLB should be and his versatility would bring the entire defense to another level.
Wilfork- The best at what he does like Suggs is to the OLB/DE position, Wilfork is the NT every 3-4 wishes they had. Then you take into account that he’s young.
Peterson- The most complete back in the league, he does it all. He catches blocks and runs, but more importantly he’s a threat to take it to the house on every play. Michael Turner showed us how much a good running game can do for the development of a young QB. Peterson’s presence would definitely make Cassel look better.
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
I'm going to avoid obvious answers and choose...
- Jeff Otah
- DeSean Jackson
- Chris Johnson
- Vince Young (Only if we run the ArrowSpread)
- Patrick Willis
Vince Young?
DeSean Jackson?
Jeff Otah?
There are better options in each case. But I can see Pat Willis maybe Chris Johnson (but we already have a speedy back in Jamaal Charles)
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
Charles is so not even comparable to Chris Johnson
I could get more sacks with my sack
by ArrowSpread on Jul 17, 2009 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions
they run the same but chris johnson just gets it done
charles needs to step up his game. He could be the next westbrook in my opinion if he really focuses cuz he is dangerous we just need to get him more touches on screen plays
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
by sexassassin on Jul 17, 2009 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions
CJ just runs a lot stronger than Charles does, and is faster. Charles I believe is lil more shifty and is more likely to make people miss on the cut.
I could get more sacks with my sack
by ArrowSpread on Jul 17, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I cant wait until
they hailey gailey team get together and come up with some crazy ass offense I cant wait to see what those guys are going to do.
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
Patience....
…the big difference is enough patience to allow your holes to open, Chris sees alot of them but Jamaal isn’t seeing them yet. Priest was the best at this and is what I think made him an all time great. Also Larry Johnson had this problem when he came into the leauge it wasn’t until he spent lots of time watching Priest that he finally gave it a try. For what it’s worth, I think part of LJ struggles of late are because he has reverted back to some of his old habits.
Leave the gun. Take the cannoli.
Hmmm....
1. Calvin Johnson- the most underrated player in the league even moreso then nnamdi. i might get crucified for this but i strongly believe Johnson is hands down the best WR talent in the league. this is a guy that plays with no other threat on the field to draw attention and getting the ball from Kitna, Culpepper, Stanton(who?) and “Ohhhh thats the back of the endzone?” Orlovsky and under those circumstances put up near Larry Fitzgerald numbers.
2. Jordan Gross- very underrated LT but immensely skilled. he would allow us to move albert inside to his natural position and send waters packing to another team for a draft pick.
3. Adrian Peterson- enough said…
4. Mario Williams- after being the laughing stock at the draft of the year of Reggie Bush no ones laughing anymore. This guy is just a beast. He’s good in all aspects of his game and is rightfully a number 1 pick.
5. Terrell Suggs- the best tweener in the game. harrison was good last year but Suggs is consistent year in and out and is still young and has alot of years left.
"Success is never ending, failure is never final."
OK..........
Lets see……..
1- OLB/DE D.Ware http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6v8q-SgQUY
2- ILB P.Willis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaxUtzDIGB0&feature=fvw
3- DT V.Wilfork i fould one video of him and it was a cheap shot on Losman,now i wondering if i should remove him from the list. :P
4- WR L.Fitzgerald http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13nSZhnaM40&feature=related
5- LT R.Clady http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWosbjmtQbE
6- RB W.Payton http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAeo4ZqHC2c
off subject but....
does anyone wanna play fantasy football we have one more spot open in our league. its on www.nfl.com/fantasy and its a lot of fun. private league name is: Wichita Kansas NFL Fans and the password is: mattcassel
my five
Good post for a day like this!
Tom Brady
Adrian Peterson
Larry English (Yes, I think he’s going to be that good)
Aaron Kampman
James Farrior
Hard one...so many good players. Great post for today!
I’m going with..
Payton Manning (Toss up with Brady)
Larry Fitzgerald (Heh, is there any better?)
Devin Hester (Multi-tasking home-run hitter)
NIck Mangold (Pencil him in as the best in the league at center)
Terrell Suggs (Almost went with Adalius Thomas, but I think Suggs has a better mean streak.)
Inifinite Diversity In Infinite Combinations
Mean streak? You bet.
Just watch out that his temper tantrums don’t cost you a game while he’s throwing the ref’s flag around.
All Pac-10 ballers
Alex Mack
Max Unger
DeSean Jackson
Troy Polamalu
Terrell Suggs
New Stiga table?!?! Return of the Brookside Pongers???
My List
1. Calvin Johnson
2. Nick Mangold
3. Ryan Clady
4. Davin Joseph
5. Ben Grubbs
I’m okay with the direction the defense is heading in, but that o-line needs serious upgrades outside of Branden Albert. Add these five guys and the Chiefs have a top 5 offense.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
My only question is what would you do with Albert?
"But what do I know, I'm AP's new assclown and I’m like an empty room with a large ECHO"
Move Him To RT
Nothing against Albert’s skills, but Clady is a better pass-blocker and Albert would fit very well on the right. You’d then have a dominant o-line for the next five years. They’re all among the tops at their positions and are all 25 or younger.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
It's nice to know we have a very talented young man in Albert
"But what do I know, I'm AP's new assclown and I’m like an empty room with a large ECHO"
Yes
Albert is very talented and the Chiefs are fortunate to have him. He definitely needs some help brought in next offseason, though.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
Not Really
They aren’t that tough to come by via the draft. And the Chiefs need a dominant line more than anything. I’d choose either a linebacker or d-lineman with my #6 pick, though.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
And That Linebacker
Would be Patrick Willis. That guy’s a beast.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
Also considering age...
Calvin Johnson
Shawne Merriman
Ryan Clady
All Day
Jeremy Maclin
Calvin-Another beast at WR who is young, could pair with Bowe to provide a crazy 1-2 punch for many years to come.
Shawne-Answers the rush OLB, young, takes him away from division rival.
Clady-Stabilizes our line with young talented bookends, again steals him away from a division rival.
All Day-Beast at RB who is young, solves our backfield questions, and gives defenses fits as they cant put 8 in the box with the Dbowe show and Megatron.
Maclin-Kind of a homer pick, could be the answer at returned that we have missed since Dante.
Merriman, are you out of your mind?
Seriously… Merriman? Don’t forget that he was pumped up on illegal anabolic steroids when he delivered the hit that ended Priest’s career. Merriman got off light (too light!) and laughs about it to this day.
If Merriman ever wears a Chiefs jersey, I’ll stop being a Chiefs fan… I mean that.
Damn straight!....
….that dude should have been kicked in whats left of his balls. Goddel lost a lot of my respect when he allowed that guy to be DPOY after being suspended! Now what kind of example is he setting?
Leave the gun. Take the cannoli.
No....not out of my mind...
Merriman is who I picked. Not like it’s going to happen(Unless he hits FA next year and the Don snatches him up). So no need to get all riled up.
by BAMFSpecialOps on Jul 18, 2009 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions
How about...
1. WR Andre Johnson – Without a doubt, the best WR in the game! He and Bowe would give D-Coordinators a headache.
2. RB Chris Johnson – Have you seen this guy run??? He can fly!!!!
3. MLB Patrick Willis – What can I say? He’s a tackling machine!
4. DT – Vince Wilfork – He’d be perfect for our new 3-4 Defense.
5. DE/OLB Shawne Merriman – I know, I know….he’s a Charger, but it would be nice to have a guy with his rushing ability on our side for once….plus we would take away the biggest defensive threat in our division, in my opinion!
my 5
Shawne Merriman- Assuming he’s back at full strength this year… he makes the defense fierce. (honorable mention: Patrick Willis)
Troy Polamalu- Brings energy and athleticism. the Chiefs have good safeties… but this guy brings a whole other level. (honorable mention: Bob Sanders…when healthy)
Calvin Johnson- this guy is a freak. What a waste that he’s a Lion. Line him up with Bowe… scary. (honorable mention: Andre Johnson)
Jake Long- I wanted to pick one of the best young OL in the game… I think Long is the real deal, and I am tired of hearing about Clady. Bookend with Albert for the next 12yrs. (honorable mention: Eugene Monroe… would have liked that pick)
Adrian Peterson- Best RB in the game, probably the most exciting football player overall… bring him in, get rid of LJ… (honorable mention: Chris Johnson)
in no particular order...
Jared allen
Chris johnson
Anquan boldin
Troy polamalu
Tony gonzales
Hard to think that we’ve given up two of these guys…
Johnsons a stud. Stupid fast, would be a good lightning to LJs thunder.
Q- honestly one of my favs. He has some issues, but could u imagine him and bowe doing corner routes in the end zone? Who do u throw it up to then?
"It’s a new dawn in Kansas City. Waters, the rest of the players, and the media had better get a grasp of it, and fast. The old Chiefs are indeed dead." - Nick Athan Warpaint Illustrated
by MansGame on Jul 17, 2009 10:29 AM CDT via mobile reply actions
Oh man...
Tony & Troy!! I wish we still had Tony & Troy is just an animal…..I love him!
by HeatherChiefsLvr on Jul 17, 2009 10:43 AM CDT up reply actions
A Twist
I compiled 5 players that were taken in this years draft I would love to see as Chiefs
OLB Arron Curry- Obvious choice here, LB position would be an immidiate strength with Curry
OT Eugene Monroe- Slide Albert to RT and the Virginia bookends would turn our line to a team strength for the next decade
WR Michael Crabtree- With Bowe Chiefs now would have a dual threat a la AZ Cards with this versatile wideout
TE Brandon Pettigrew- Heir to the now departed TG keeps KC a tight end powerhouse
LB James Laurinaitis- 3-4 Ds need LB depth, Chiefs LB corps needs youth and depth, along with Curry and Derrick Johnson, LB should be a team strength for years to come.
On mobile so no reasons..
Patrick Willis
Ed Reed
Megatron
Demarcus Ware
Ryan Clady
by King of the Cassel on Jul 17, 2009 11:01 AM CDT via mobile reply actions
Why not.
1. James Harrison
2. Calvin Johnson
3. Fitzgerald
4. Ryan Claddy
5. Vince Wilfork
Cassel protected by Albert and Claddy throwing to Calvin Johnson, Fitzgerald, and Bowe….gives me the shivers. Then shore up the d with the defensive player of the year and Wilfork to destroy the NT position…BAH!
I left out a running back because I think offense we will be running will only call for system backs. We don’t need a big name back, we make a big name back.
"...Said he couldn't go on the American way"
here are my five
patrick willis
fitzgerald
jake long
peterson
ware
thats superbowl time right there good night.
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
Craig's top 5
1. Joe Thomas – I see alot of Clady love, but I think Thomas is better
2. Demarcus Ware – Great edge rusher
3. Julius Peppers – See above. Wow, what a tandem they’d be
4. Vince Wilfork – How good is this front 7 going to be??!!?
5. Johnnie Morton
Happiness is a long walk with a putter in your hand.
by craig in calgary on Jul 17, 2009 11:58 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
You thought you could sneak that in there?
Johnnie Morton LOL.
by Joel Thorman on Jul 17, 2009 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions
I would like him back if only to see him do the worm! That was great!
Leave the gun. Take the cannoli.
imagine if we had peterson damn i just caught my self day dreaming
jesus that guy would be running all over everyone imagine peterson with the same line priest ran with oh my god that guy would have smashed terrel davis record he would have smashed lt touch down record it would have been over oh man that guy would be in the hall of fame right now no doubt
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
Peterson is a stud no doubt
Don’t forget though, he’s got a really good line infront of him now. And when Brett comes back and gives the Vikes a vertical threat, dude’s going to rush for 2000.
Happiness is a long walk with a putter in your hand.
by craig in calgary on Jul 17, 2009 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Ap has legit chance of..
Breaking the rushing yards in a season record if Brett comes back.
by King of the Cassel on Jul 17, 2009 12:27 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
i think brett is pretty toast in my opinion
He just needs to move on let it go . Go to the booth and bash the chiefs like every broadcaster does. hahahah
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
yeah...
Don’t get me started on Favre…..BLAHHHHHH I’m so over Mr. Allaboutme, retire already!
by HeatherChiefsLvr on Jul 17, 2009 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions
My top 5 to annoy 99% of the members of AP
1. Philip Rivers
2. Brett Favre
3. Tim Tebow
4. Ryan Sims
5. Lindley Franklin Elliott Jr
Happiness is a long walk with a putter in your hand.
by craig in calgary on Jul 17, 2009 2:17 PM CDT reply actions
You watch your language with that last one
by Joel Thorman on Jul 17, 2009 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Sorry
Speaking the name that shall not be spoken is probably a banable offence around here!
Happiness is a long walk with a putter in your hand.
by craig in calgary on Jul 17, 2009 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions
swami sayz
1) clady- he got game
2) ware- we all know why
3) merriman- wow we would be a top five defense
4) andre Johnson- consistently brings his a game
5)damn with them four where going to the ship!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i know sports
Merriman
if it meant he’d bring that spaz-dance with him then he can stay put for all I care.
I don’t want him or Rivers… or pretty much any Charger for that matter. He is what the French call – Le Bag du Douche
by Ochophosphate on Jul 18, 2009 2:06 AM CDT up reply actions
We could have had 2 of the 5, JComp11
Ryan Clady (12th overall in 2008) – instead KC selected Dorsey 5th overall instead
Nick Mangold (29th overall in 2006) – instead KC selected Tamba Hali 20th overall instead
Andre Johnson, Demarcus Ware weren’t available for KC to draft during that year. However, Jerod Mayo came out the year we drafted Dorsey, therefore I prefer Clady over Mayo.
Hopefully with Don Pioli’s revamped scouting group, we can better use our draft picks to find game changers, not just a player that starts.
And here’s my 5:
Shawn Merriman
Haloti Ngata
Frank Gore
Ed Reed
Dwayne Bowe (yes, I’m actually happy we have him – one of the bright spots in KC’s draft the past 10 years)
Let’s hope that Tyson Jackson can convinced all of us to put him in our list to replace one of the 5.
Predictions as of 06.24.2009.
Larry Johnson will be a top 3 fantasy pick once again in 2010 (after a monster season in 2009.)
Dwayne Bowe will be a 2009 Pro Bowl selection.
Brandon Flowers will have at least 6 INTs in 2009 season.
Todd Haley will have a sideline shouting match caught on TV yelling at one of his asst. coaches.
by 58 was my friend on Jul 17, 2009 6:46 PM CDT reply actions
Imagine Trying To Trade Hali For Mangold Now
Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum would probably lose consciousness from laughing so hard. Fucking idiot Peterson.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
I’m happy with the Dorsey pick. We had Wiegmann when Mangold was drafted if I remember right so if Hali’s not the pick I don’t think people would’ve been happy with taking Mangold.
I Would Have Been Happy With Taking Mangold
Tamba Hali was considered a reach when he was drafted in 2006 and he’s done nothing since then to prove that assessment wrong. He’s gotten worse every year he’s been in the league and now he’s got to learn a new position just to secure a spot on the roster whereas Mangold is now arguably the best player at his position (and a key position at that). So yes, I would have been happy with the Mangold pick…especially once I saw how Hali worked out for some other team.
Nothing against Wiegmann, but the guy’s no Mangold and he wasn’t a young player in 2006 so o-line should definitely have been a consideration at that point.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
I Also Would Have Been Happy With Davin Joseph
Tamba Hali was a horrible draft pick by Peterson. He can’t rush the passer without Jared Allen taking attention away from him and he can’t stuff the run. As far as I’m concerned, the guy’s a bust.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
As For Dorsey
I think in the right system he’s an excellent player, but the Chiefs are having to move him around after one season and that doesn’t bode well for his long-term production here. Solid player, but a bust for the Chiefs for a #5 pick (although only because the defense changed and Dorsey’s not really a fit for what the Chiefs are now doing…which isn’t his fault). I just think the wrong team drafted him.
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.
4. Larry Johnson has already played his last meaningful game for the Kansas City Chiefs. He's gone before the 2009 season starts.
5. Larry Johnson will gain 0 yards rushing for the 2009 Kansas City Chiefs.
Not even close to a bust...
Even in his new position he wont be a bust, not to mention that fact that we could probably trade him today for a first and 3rd or 4th and there would be takers. If Dorsey wasnt a fit he would be gone. Theres no way Pioli keeps a player that doesnt “fit” when he can still get a ton in return for him.
"Success is never ending, failure is never final."
by GenericBrand on Jul 18, 2009 10:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I am so proud of AP :)
other than a couple of comments
QB was not an issue and QB is THE spot to improve a team.
My thoughts on five would be:
LB Derrick Thomas – as the Predator
NT Dan Salameau – QB is a Pig Roast
G Will Shields – Waters to RG
WR Carlos Carson – Deep threat
RB The Nigerian Nightmare Christian Okoye – Cassels’ power Back
I cheated, so sue me :)
Rule 49. " Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram
Let's Kick some ASS in 09 or Die trying
If we are playing that way
1 Derrick thomas
2 Willie Roaf
3 Priest Holmes
4 Will Shields
5 Dan Saleamua
by Chiefsfan1970 on Jul 17, 2009 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions
My Five
Ryan Clady – Left Tackle
Jake Long – Right Tackle
Eric Wood – Center
move Brandon Albert to guard
Vince Wilfork NT
I’m in between Calvin Johnson and DeMarcus Ware so I’ll have to go D with Ware.
Solidify the lines Everyone Else’s Jobs are easier.
My five
Andre Johnson WR
Nick Mangold OC
Chris Snee OG
D Ware OLB
Vince Wilfork NT
Hows aboot
Wes Welker (compliment to Bowe)
Jason Whiten (younger Tony G, maybe not quite as good)
Albert Haynesworth (he may not be the best character guy, but winning fixes a lot)
DeMarcus Ware (the dude is a beast)
Nick Mangold (Good Cetners are underrated I think, they call all the line audibles pretty much run the show)
Nothing from Nothing leads to... Your 2009 Kansas City Royals
1. DeMarcus Ware. He and Derrick Johnson were the two guys I wanted KC to draft the year they went pro, and I’d be thrilled if both of them were on the team. Ware would provide a great blitzing/pass-rush threat that does not currently exist in KC.
2. Calvin Johnson. Need explanation? He’s not performing quite so amazingly as Fitz or maybe one or two other guys, but he’s younger, bigger, emerging rapidly, and would be terrific with a decent quarterback throwing to him.
3. Adrian Peterson. It’s time KC had a real running back. Larry Johnson’s been overrated since his senior year of college.
4. Kevin Williams. Talk about your ideal big end/tackle hybrid for the new defense.
5. Peyton Manning. I admit that I’m anti-Manning, and I think the guy’s sort of a douche, but there’s still not a better QB in the football world, including Brady.
by burntorangehorn on Jul 18, 2009 1:33 PM CDT reply actions
my 5
Demarcus Ware
Ed Reed
Patrick Willis
Julius Peppers
Vince Wilfork
Defense wins championships
Ed Reed
Ed Reed
Another Ed Reed
Demarcus Ware
Tom Brady
Whoever writes, "It is what it is," or, "At the end of the day," gets banned...Knowing is half the battle.
I'd take troy P
over Ed Reed anyday.
Maybe I am just a bit biased though…
"...Said he couldn't go on the American way"
The Ultimate offense;
Larry Fitz
Megatron
A.P.
Tony G
and getting them the ball;
Drew Breeze
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