Thomas Jones Fits The Mold Of The Chiefs 'Right 53'

I really hope he doesnt leave KC without a contract!

certainly more so than most of the FAs out there

This helps Cassel a lot. He can be more of a game manager than having to try and win it all by himself.

The way it looks we could be more of a running team then passing. I prefer it that way. You control the clock and work the opposing defense in the ground

I would give him whatever he wants as long as it’s not just crazy.

The Bills may be trading Donte Whitner…I wonder if we could work something out for him too. Really young safety who could either start or be a really good backup.

Why would he come to KC? Better shot to re-sign in NY and win a Superbowl. Don’t get me wrong it would be nice though.

He’s been my 2nd round Fantasy League RB for the last for years (yeah, I’m basing my opinion off of fantasy stats — what of it?). He might not be flashy, but he’s solid and consistent which is exactly what you look for.

Finding out that he’s got a great attitude, too, makes me hope he lands in KC all the more.

I dunno, I’m not too ecstatic.
He’s 32, we don’t have enough impact players to have the luxury to pay for depth, and its the passing game that needs help. I’m glad they are looking and I’m not going to be that high or down if he does or does not get signed but I just don’t see this being a big priority. Continue to build the Oline and a change of pace back can be found from anywhere, without having to give a large contract to a 32 year old RB. Like I ask, I’d like to know what kind of contract he would command?

1. I would love to sign this guy.

2. I fear if he leaves Monday without a contract and then signs elsewhere that some people’s heads will literaly explode.

What makes you think we couldn’t be a contender in the next 2-3 years? (Or this year for that matter) Just because we didn’t make the “big” splash in FA doesn’t mean we aren’t looking at the possible best draft in Chiefs history. This draft is deep and I don’t think it is out of the question to find 4 rookies who could start right away. Truth is we are a good o-linemen or two and maybe a WR away from having a really nice offense, especially if we do sign Jones. Our defense WILL be better under Crennel and there again, Shaun Smith coming in or a Rookie NT with some size could massively change this defense.

Two to three years is the length of contract that Jones will be looking at. Maybe he would want to be involved in the start of something great that will be competative for the forseeable future rather than a team that is looking at thier possible last shot at a title.

Jones can still get it done. Weis is invaluable as a QB coach, and Cassel will improve dramatically. Our OL “should” be getting better as we will draft at least one OL in the earlier rounds, and possibly bringing Weigman back would be an upgrade over Rudy for sure. With a solid slot man (Tate, Shippley, Gilyard), Chambers, and Bowe (or Bryant), and maybe Ben Watson, our passing offense suddenly seems legit. And with Charles AND Jones in the backfield, our run game would be rock solid.

Jones would bring an attitude and anger that will open holes and move chains every Sunday. I don’t know how signing him could hurt us, he’s exactly what the article states, he is “The Right Fit”. With him to compliment Charles we’d have the perfect blend of speed, finesse, and power. And if they draft an RB like Blount, we’ll have a mentor that can teach on and off the field. This would be an awesome FA signing. Hope it gets done.

TJ is a true professional. Would be a good mentor for Charles who is still learning. I see TJ as our Kevin Faulk. Good reciever and just makes plays when he has the ball. Good at short yardage also and still has the moves and quikness to make people miss. And , if something was to happen to Charles, he has the ability to be an everydown back and carry the load for a while.
With a few additions and upgrades, and better coaching, I think we will see less of the zone blocking this yr. We went to zone blocking because thats all we could find that worked. But I dont think that is really what Haley has in mind for his offense…

The Coal-Miners Son needs to be a Chief. Love what this guy brings in intangibles. His story is phenomenal Hope we grab him

Shanahan is bringing in “fast” Willie Parker instead of this guy. I’d rather get TJ.

with a good attitude and something to prove.

If we do sign Jones, I wouldn’t trade backfields with anyone. The Jets led the league in rushing last season, with Jones and Shonn Green. Having such a dominant rushing attack is only going to open up the passing game, and will help our O-line, as honestly, I don’t think many defenses repected either our rushing or passing game, until maybe the last 3 or so games, when Charles began to be taken seriously. Those that say we aren’t a contending team this season, better be careful. Our core of young players, mainly in their 2nd to 4th years, should peak this year with some consistency in the system and better coaching, we have an easier schedule than last season, Pioli and Haley have had a full season to evaluate the team and now know our needs much better, and we are likely the most stable team in the division, as everybody else are making alot of changes and are experiencing some type of turmoil in their organizations. I think the Chargers blew their window of opportunity, and are heading back to the rebuilding mode, as are the Donks (who fired one of the best DC’s in the league, are dealing with the Brandon Marshall issue, and still aren’t sure if Orton is the guy), Cable hasn’t even officially been named HC yet, but it is assumed he is, and with old AL, that team will continue to be pretty much a mess, especially if he insists on playing J Russell, his HC keeps punching out his Assistents, and Al makes the calls in the draft. They have as much money spent on former coaches and players as their present roster. So , with all that considered, why wouldn’t we be as capable as any team in the divison to compete for the crown? It certainly isn’t going to be full of elite teams. I think we have a head start in our development over all of them. Even the Chargers have had to unload some free agents, due to salary issues, they are aging at many positions, and need to rebuild their backfield.