Todd Haley: No Time Was Sacrificed With Matt Cassel Last Year

by Joel Thorman on Jul 27, 2010 2:53 PM CDT in 2010 Kansas City Chiefs Season

Chiefs coach Todd Haley had some interesting things to say on The Program with Soren Petro this afternoon including how he operated with Matt Cassel last season.

Haley, as you know, was the offensive coordinator and the head coach. One man was doing two full-time jobs so logically we know there were some corners cut but Haley says that didn't happen with Cassel.

"One thing I have tried to make clear was that no time was sacrificed with Matt Cassel last year," Haley told Petro. "Other areas, because of the situation, maybe, but no time was sacrificed with Matt."

I understand Haley isn't trying to make excuses but his two full-time jobs were clearly an issue at times last season.

Rich Gannon, a CBS analyst, said earlier this offseason Haley liked road games because it gave him time to sit next to Cassel on the plane to go over everything from the previous week's practice. "That’s because he was trying to catch up from what they missed during the week," Gannon said.

Also earlier this offseason Cassel said, "Now that Charlie is here, it will be great to have a guy who can concentrate totally on the offense."

The clear implication is that time was a factor last year but the Chiefs don't want to make that as an excuse for Cassel's so-so performance in 2009. Instead, they're looking forward to 2010 where Charlie Weis will bring 23.7 points per game offense out on the field.

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by Red N Gold Beast on Jul 27, 2010 2:59 PM CDT reply actions

well schucks

I was hoping that the reason he didn’t perform as good WAS because of the time sacrificed, ohh well I like 23.7 ppg!

Are we the team to beat in 2010? I sure think so! Go Chiefs.

by jrcnc on Jul 27, 2010 3:02 PM CDT reply actions

It'd be an easy excuse

But there are plenty of excuses for why things didn’t go well last year…the standard excuses any time there’s a new head coach/GM.

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by Joel Thorman on Jul 27, 2010 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions

yup, we've all heard them already

… which means this year they’ll have to invent soem new ones

"I shall conquer untruth by truth" - Mahatma Gandhi
"It's always easier to sell 'em some shit than it is to give 'em the truth" - Shel Silverstein, The Perfect High
Whitlock Rocks!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!

by upamtn on Jul 27, 2010 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions

Now look who's forgetting to use the sarcasm font.

by Red N Gold Beast on Jul 27, 2010 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions

ah, but I am serious

by upamtn on Jul 27, 2010 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions

rule 23

no excuses play like a champion

Would ya like a free NANAA!

by Jazzy Megalodon on Jul 27, 2010 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions

Maybe we can keep our OC this year

by CMatthews on Jul 27, 2010 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions

Im glad they aren't giving excuses

and honestly held the entire team responsible for last season, everyone from top to bottom. The majority of our defeats were landslides so it was hard for me to just point my finger at Cassel or Haley.

Are we the team to beat in 2010? I sure think so! Go Chiefs.

by jrcnc on Jul 27, 2010 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions

Well damn...

Too much to ask for you to lie to us, Haley?

The Chiefs will see a return to respectability in 2010, emerging as the front runner in the AFC West! ....And I'll quantify that however I choose. Ahem.

by ArrowSpread on Jul 27, 2010 3:06 PM CDT reply actions

yea

hey may not admit it but a first year head coach taking on oc duties would have to leave some players/groups getting neglected and i do see the qb being one this year should be a lot better in terms of execution and recognition with a oc doing the game planning and film sessions

Eatin donkeys and shittin raiders

by arrowheadchop on Jul 27, 2010 3:08 PM CDT reply actions

He actually was the QB Coach also, as Chan was both OC and QB Coach.
Unlike the prior HC, this one doesn’t make excuses or throw others under the bus.

by dablueguy on Jul 27, 2010 3:12 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs

True

He is not throwing anyone under the bus. I bet players respect him for that.

by ALR on Jul 27, 2010 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions

You mean like how L.J. respected him?

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions

Maybe he should have sacrificed time with Cassel and worked with the WR's

If they could have caught anything last year Cassel would have been better off.

KC will have more fantasy sleepers this year than any other team. Good year to be a Chiefs fan.

by mushin on Jul 27, 2010 3:13 PM CDT reply actions

agreed

man we couldnt catch last year cassel earned alot in my book by not complaining about that

Eatin donkeys and shittin raiders

by arrowheadchop on Jul 27, 2010 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions

he probably will this year if they come out with stone hands

Are we the team to beat in 2010? I sure think so! Go Chiefs.

by jrcnc on Jul 27, 2010 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions

But, I have to say.

I was very happy when I heard that Cassel gave Mark Bradley a tongue lashing on the sideline after he dropped a key 3rd down ball. Grabbed him by his face mask and told him to get his fucking head in the game. Cassel’s got moxie, that’s for sure.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Jul 27, 2010 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions

The only thing I want to see "sacrificed" this year is...

The Chargers, the Broncos, and the Raiders.

10 + wins in 2010. Chiefs SHOCK the NFL!!! Mark it down.

by Scott B. on Jul 27, 2010 3:16 PM CDT reply actions 8 recs

haha rec'd

Are we the team to beat in 2010? I sure think so! Go Chiefs.

by jrcnc on Jul 27, 2010 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions

thats all?

How bout the rest of the teams we play! Lol including the colts.

Eric Berry for Rookie of the Year

2010 Kansas Chiefs Record Range of 8-8 to 10-6. Yes it's possible, Chiefs just have to perform and execute

by KC Nate on Jul 27, 2010 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions

He's warming up the QB controversy bandwagon...

by Red N Gold Beast on Jul 27, 2010 3:20 PM CDT reply actions

No he isn't

Croyle sucks and they paid Cassel 63 mil.

Matt Verderame

by Flowers24 on Jul 27, 2010 3:24 PM CDT reply actions

If ya'll believe this...

I have some ocean front property in AZ I would like to interest you in.

"You gonna pull them pistols...or whistle Dixie?"

by Aiken_Drum on Jul 27, 2010 3:29 PM CDT reply actions

How much is it?

Can I see the Gulf Oil Spill from there?

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions

Up close and personal!

LOL

"You gonna pull them pistols...or whistle Dixie?"

by Aiken_Drum on Jul 28, 2010 1:02 PM CDT up reply actions

"no time was sacrifice with Cassel ... i cussed at him as fast as i could"

by Home skillet on Jul 27, 2010 3:49 PM CDT reply actions

+1. LMAO

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions

Here's how I take it

I think that in Haley’s mind he didn’t cut corners with Cassel in pre-game planning and practice, but obviously he didn’t physically have enough time to devote while handling everything else.

I think the big impact this year with Weis will be having someone to help Cassel in game. A key example is Peyton Manning. The majority of the time when the camera showed him on the sidelines he was sitting there with Tom Moore going over plays and pictures of formations.

Last year Cassel had to sit on the sideline and try to figure things out by himself because Haley was busy with the rest of the team. It will be invaluable for him to have someone there to help point out weaknesses of the defense, tighten up mechanics, etc. during the game. I expect that the offense will flow much more smoothly this year.

TOUCHDOWN! KAN-SAH-CITY!!!

by TheScootness on Jul 27, 2010 4:37 PM CDT reply actions

Well put.

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions

What do we need Cassel for?

Weiss out there by himself brings 23.7 ppg. Heck, throw JC in there with him, we are going to the Superbowl!

I wonder what kind of ppg Weiss averages on defense?

What's the difference between jelly and jam?

by WestonK on Jul 27, 2010 4:38 PM CDT reply actions

Hopefully not 23.8 for the other team.

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions

Last year is last year...

I can’t wait to see what this new staff can do!

by idahochieffan on Jul 27, 2010 4:46 PM CDT reply actions

Things just feel right these days.......

Names like Berry, McCluster, Arenas, Moeaki & Asamoah…just sound right.

Weis, Crennel & Thomas…. the timing seems right

Cassel to Bowe has got to be ready to pop- right?

Vets see & feel the change- rookies push for starting spots & are ready to go go go

SD is on the decline ..(9-7) this year. KC 10-6, Oak 8-8, DEN 7-9. I believe!!!!

I am coming back to KC for the MNF game …. from Los Angeles.

Without Mcneil & Jackson??? Chiefs 27-SD 17

Get rid of KC Wolf..PLEASE...It's time for...TOMMY HAWK !!

by 25 in Charge on Jul 27, 2010 5:02 PM CDT reply actions

I like your attitude!

For your sake (helluva drive) and my sake (die-hard fan also attending) I pray that you are right!

What's the difference between jelly and jam?

by WestonK on Jul 27, 2010 5:05 PM CDT up reply actions

oh yeah

I’ll be there with ya too!

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions

and let's hope he is flying in

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions

I am flying in... can't wait!

Direct flights.

Im going to catch my Nephew’s HS game on Fri nite. He plays for SM EAST….I played for SM SOUTH…oh well, I’ll wear blue this one time. GO CHIEFS!

Get rid of KC Wolf..PLEASE...It's time for...TOMMY HAWK !!

by 25 in Charge on Jul 27, 2010 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions

I love your thinking and hope you are right on!

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions

10-6...that's been my prediction all along

2010 Prediction: Chiefs go 10-6 and make playoffs
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by giftedchiefsfan on Jul 27, 2010 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions

My heart rate goes up about 20 bpm...

just thinking about The Dexter in the open field

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Go Chiefs!

by ARROWHEADSHANE on Jul 27, 2010 5:09 PM CDT reply actions

I just hope

he improves and excels the way Trent did after year one. I mean alot of people were calling him TrINT..He threw 17 TD’s and 24 INT’s and was sacked 39 times for 198 yds lost. So I am keeping hope,optimism or whatever you want to call it that with Weis a hopefully improved line and less drops that Matt will improve just like Trent did,.,,

People think there are 4 seasons. I beg to differ, there are 2...Football and Non Football Season!!!

by KUKCnOk on Jul 27, 2010 6:56 PM CDT reply actions