Chiefs vs. Chargers: Derrick Johnson Getting The Start On Monday Night Football
by Joel Thorman on Sep 6, 2010 8:49 PM CDT
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PrintThe Kansas City Chiefs training camp and preseason battle at inside linebacker has been among the most intense of any position group. On the one hand, you had Derrick Johnson, former first round pick, and on the other hand you had Demorrio Williams, who came on in the last two weeks as a pass rushing presence for the Chiefs.
On Monday Night Football against the San Diego Chargers, it will be Derrick Johnson getting the starting nod, according to Adam Teicher of the Kansas City Star.
"I think good things will still happen for me with the Chiefs," Johnson said. "It's (the last year of his contract) but I have a bright future here. The NFL is about seizing the moment. It's about what you do right now. I'm ready for it."
Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said on Monday afternoon that he would wait until Wednesday to discuss the Chargers. I imagine he won't talk much about who's starting and who isn't. He said Monday that all of the guys need to know it's not necessarily important who's first team and who's second team.
Teicher goes on to report Demorrio Williams' side of the situation. He was the starter in 2009 while DJ spent much of the time on the bench.
"I don't have to answer that question," Williams said, per Teicher. "You already know the answer to that question. What do you think?"
Williams probably has a good reason to be upset considering his production over the last two weeks.
Running with the first team on Monday was DJ and Jovan Belcher along with Casey Wiegmann over Rudy Niswanger. Haley hasn't commented on the starters but this is Chargers week so you'd think the starers for the game would be lining up with the first team this week.
DJ and Belcher have played almost exclusively together so you would think Belcher is starting as well.
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Hope DJ and Demorrio will be the Starters
I can’t wait for the first regular season game, I really think the Chiefs will surprise a lot of people this season.
Saludos from Mexico!
alot of people say that but when are people going to realize they play the same position
it should be DW and belch starting
by chiefnation on Sep 6, 2010 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
everyone knows they're both listed as weakside....many of us believe DW should
be the strongside ILB over Belcher or Mays. As well he should. DW is more than capable of playing stronside linebacker, same size, low body fat, started all 16 games last year and led the team in tackles and without injury, which means his body holds up just fine. There’s no difference in size or body type between Williams and Mays and Belcher. The only difference is that Williams would be a much better SILB than either Mays or Belcher.
Haley’s body type argument just doesn’t hold water.
DJ should start at weak and Williams on the strongide. That’s the most effective tandem that the Chiefs could field.
What a shame, that we could actually start Belcher or Mays over Williams.
It’s the biggest personnel mistake the Chiefs could make, and I just hope they see the light before game time.
"Don't let it end like this. Tell them I said something."
~ last words of Francisco ("Pancho") Villa ~
thats what i belive to
yes i think i did say something like that yesterday or something about todds reason for not putting them both on the field and the thing with the tackles is if your suppose to make a lot
of tackles at that position great for DW but #56 didn’t play a lot so that’s not a knock on him not making as many anyway i just happy to see #56 start whether he proves himself is all
on him i think he well do well i hope they try to start them both one time this season and again that’s no knock on Mays or belcher
MDJ58
if crennel believes in that, then that will happen
we’ll just have to see what he decides to stick with. haley’s reason is probably one of few reasons why they are doing this. and i would bet this is what crennel tells haley, which crennel knows what he is talking about.
I Hate To Call Any Game in a 16 Game Schedule Must Win
However, to get the fan base back on board and the asses rocking the seats of Arrowhead I think the Chiefs seriously need a win vs the Chargers on MNF.
It would set such a positive tone for the new Arrowhead and regime. This could be a true watershed game for a team that needs to shed the “loser” label.
by Ryan in Nixa on Sep 6, 2010 8:55 PM CDT reply actions 2 recs
I don't think its a must-win
But if they start off the game hot, get the crowd going, it could be something pretty special
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
I'd say it's a must win if you're talking about a possible division title
I’d say with a lot of smart play and a few breaks KC COULD be competing for the division title in December, and this game will probably go a long way in determining if that’s the case. It’s unlikely that we’ll win @ SD later in the year, so this is probably the best shot the team will have at getting some sort of a tiebreaker edge down the line.
Predictions:
This year will be better
This game is the key
To the chiefs starting 3-1 in the 1st qtr of the season. I seriously believe that. If we lose, I think we start 1-3.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 9:24 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Any division game is a must win ..
You’ve got to look at them all like this if your working towards winning the division. I’d be disappointed if the Chief’s don’t think they have a chance at winning the division.
this is a must win game in my opinion
We win this game it sets the tone for the new arrowhead regime. Fans will support the team will gin confidence its a must win.
FOUR F'S FIND UM FEEL UM FUGUM FORGET UM.
by sexassassin on Sep 7, 2010 2:36 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Maybe DJ is starting because he is still clearly the best inside linebacker on our team. He could prove otherwise this season, but right now DJ has the best output per play, going all the way back to last year. He’s starting because he’s on board with Haley’s plan, and he’s working, and he’s the most talented. We’ll see who the starter is come week 8 or so.
"On this team, we fight for that inch. On this team, we tear ourselves, and everyone around us to pieces for that inch. We CLAW with our finger nails for that inch. Cause we know when we add up all those inches that's going to make the fucking difference between WINNING and LOSING between LIVING and DYING!
I'll tell you this in any fight it is the guy who is willing to die who is going to win that inch. And I know if I am going to have any life anymore it is because, I am still willing to fight, and die for that inch because that is what LIVING is.
The six inches in front of your face!"
-Any Given Sunday-
by Simon from KC on Sep 6, 2010 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions
but right now DJ has the best output per play
Considering all the time he’s spent on the bench the last season and preseason, that shouldn’t be too awfully hard. It’s his concentration… or lack thereof… that put him there. If he couldn’t rectify that in 4 years, I don’t see it happening. I hope I’m wrong and he lives up to his potential for every play and quits disappearing, but he’s just not done that. Talent is only useful if you possess the ability to use it.
Williams deserves the start, like Charles, and is getting the shaft.
If you can sack groceries, you can sack a QB... right?
The kool-aid is now Berry flavored.
I agree
Maybe what they are trying to do is sub DJ for the starter and Williams for the nickel package ILB (where DJ was lust year) so he can pass rush. He has shown an ability to do it. So if Haley can get his point across that it’s not about you or him starting, it is what is best for the team. Just understand that what you do is just a valuable as what a starter does, they should be fine.
DJ/Williams Debate
DJ’s last meaningful game he ran two picks back unless I’m mistaken. I know Demorrio Williams looked great in pre-season but honestly he’ll be in the game plenty. I have watched every snap of DJ’s maddening career to know how inconsistent he is, and I honestly think it has to do with diet. Only someone not eating properly for an NFL athlete is that up and down. I believe it’s sugar related with the guy.
I know it’s an odd statement but it reminds me of that player on the Lakers who has the candy addiction.
+100000 for the most outrageous excuse ever for DJ's underachieving career thus far.
That is truly amazing.
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 6, 2010 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
maybe he works out too much also :)
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
Apparently You Know Very Little About Diet
If you think diet doesn’t affect an athlete I have nothing to say. I’m not excusing it, in fact if he’s eating like crap as a paid professional athlete it pisses me off.
I'm not saying you're wrong.
I’m not saying you’re right. Lord knows, i’m not judging. I for one have come up with (or so I thought) every excuse for DJ. I like many, love the guys upside. I think it was funny because we thought we’ve heard them all. With that said, i’ve always thought DJ was better. I always thought that at the very least, he’s solid even with his up and down play. I’ve given up on the “this is his year bit” but, apparently they see something in him. For me, this is good news.
Have you used the voodoo doll curse excuse?!
He might have made enemies in the past!
Other Arenas wish they could be like Arrowhead Stadium and when rivals think they are going to be fine on an island of Flowers, they will get hit by what feels like a Carr. Ultimately, they will never be able to eat a Berry ever again.
my ex is a dietician
and ryan is right i have ran 5 and 10 k’s and the key to performance(if you are properly trained) is diet no kidding i even eat chia seeds ,soaked with water and honey and vitamins, about 3 hours before a race shaves 45 seconds off my 5 k time
oh and a shout out to ryan, im from republic hay!
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction....in other words Karma is a M______F_____
by Crunk4Cheifs on Sep 6, 2010 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Is it just me
or does DJ seem more trim this year? It would make sense based on what you guys are talking about.
He Came Into the League Eating Like Crap
There were early pictures of his old dorm and his place in KC with sugary sweets everywhere. Sugar and dietary habits are hard to ingrain even in a pro athlete. They are usually so physically gifted they don’t notice the highs and lows that go with sugar addiction but when you reach the pros it’s noticeable. I have no inside information on DJ and a changed diet but if he starts to play more consistently it could be a healthy diet —-or it could be a contract year :P
This guy is an NFL linebacker
and you think he doesn’t understand it’s important to eat right?
Come on Man!!!!
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
And yet there are lawyers and police officers who still drink and drive
Knowing and doing are often two very different things.
Chiefs - back in the playoffs in 2011.
Did I say diet wasn't important? No, I didn't.
It’s just hilarious that I have now heard an excuse to DJ’s production attributed to his diet.
Maybe he’s just not that good? Maybe we should stop making excuses for him and just come to the conclusion that he’s hit his ceiling… and all he is is an average line backer?
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 7, 2010 3:00 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
sorry but this is complete...
B A L O N E Y.
"Don't let it end like this. Tell them I said something."
~ last words of Francisco ("Pancho") Villa ~
you mean
B O L O G N A?
Chiefs Might
by chicks_love_chiefs on Sep 6, 2010 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions
No he means
O S C A R
M A Y E R
Cause Oscar Mayer has a way with B O L O G N A.
And if that commercial jingle were not perma-stamped on my brain I wouldn’t be able to spell bologna either. =P
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
OSCAR..
..MEYER**.
Undisputed Sig Bet Champion on the TitoOrtiz/Fight Pros forums!!
BJ Penn, best P4P fighter on the planet. I'll still stand by that all day long, bitches.
Always have respected Shogun Rua.
8-7-10 Anderson Silva was destroyed and exposed.
R.I.P. Dime and Ryan Gracie.
Hmmm.. apparently the song in my head is flawed
I can hear it:
My bologna has a first name; It’s o s c a r.
My bologna has a second name: it’s m a y e r m e y e r .
Oh well… at least I can spell bologna
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
Actually.....
You are correct my friend, it is MAYER.
by ArrowHeadUnDead on Sep 7, 2010 2:17 AM CDT up reply actions
Damn people that tell me I'm wrong and make me question my own flawlessness! =P
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
Of course...
.. If I didn’t question my own flawlessness when striving to be right….. that would be a character flaw.
And since I am flawless I obviously don’t have any character flaws, so I would have questioned myself anyway.
In which case I don’t have to damn him for reminding me to do something that I would have done even if he didn’t remind me in the first place. he was just trying to be nice.
In which case I apologize for damning him to begin with, because a flawless person can admit when are wrong and take civil actions to correct themselves and right any wounds they have inflicted on others.
Of course, a flawless person also would not have ever made that mistake in the first place. amd so would never need to apologize. Which means, a flawless person never apologizes. Therefore, I am actually better than a flawless person; because I am not ONLY flawless, but also comfortable enough with my flawlessness to apologize.
Which means that I’m humble too. – Yea Me!
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
How many single batch bourbons does it take to get Texas Chief talking to himself?
About 3 less than I’ve already had.
Don’t worry though; I’m perfectly drunk. no flaws.
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
Child Please.
DJ does have a bad diet. He hasn’t been out to eat with Ochocinco at Mac D’s enough.
by The_Bernard_Pollard_Rule on Sep 6, 2010 11:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Wish they both could start.
Both have earned it.
R.I.P. Derrick Thomas. The Chiefs and the World have never been the same since your untimely death.
They could, But if Belcher starts...I will be looking for Haley to yank him and
replace him with not Mays but Williams.
"Don't let it end like this. Tell them I said something."
~ last words of Francisco ("Pancho") Villa ~
I know DW will be in there getting plenty of PT
but there comes a time when they need to stick to one set of guys
No reason to worry
DJ won’t be on the field the whole time. Both give the defense something different to look at. I’m ok with it.
Jamaal Charles...Enough said.
Psychology of coaching....
With the poor play at many positions on this team. Coaches are trying to find ways to motivate these guys. When players know they must perform to keep their jobs or to even play…. It sometimes will make the cream rise to the top. Not to say that I totally agree with it, but it’s obvious that haley n co. are trying to use competition as the carrot to dangle in front of these guys. Bet your ass we draft a linebacker next year. Until then, let’s try to light a fire under these dudes asses!!
I guess I just don't understand
what the big difference is between LILB and RILB.
SILB and WILB.
SILB’s primary responsibility is to get into the hole, shed a lead blocker and make a run stop. WILB’s primary responsibility is to back up the SILB in the run game and cover the short middle zone in pass coverage.
At least that’s how we set it up. Ideally, both guys need to do both things well.
"I don't know if I want to go to New York. They'll have to pay me a lot more money because I like it here in Kansas City." -- Roger Maris
You can see the differences here
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
really
we probably wont know who will start untill 9:05 next mon. and at that time i will be seeing double
DJ's starting because Belcher's been superior to Mays.
Williams has played lights out so far, but the “partnership” philosophy that has been with the team for the past two years will prevent a Belcher/Williams pairing.
Demorrio will be his snaps, sure. Hopefully it’s in relief of DJ with Belcher still on the field. Their limited time together showed quite a bit of promise.
"I don't know if I want to go to New York. They'll have to pay me a lot more money because I like it here in Kansas City." -- Roger Maris
yeah well i dont see
why they dont start building a partnership with belch/williams. why not have the best players at the best positions out there for all the three four snaps. maybe they want a good ass LB in each group, so when they get switched out there will be a good one in at the time. even if thats the reason i dont agree with it
I thought it might translate into that, based on a few snaps Williams/Belcher got together.
However, it seems not to be the case. Maybe it’ll change.
"I don't know if I want to go to New York. They'll have to pay me a lot more money because I like it here in Kansas City." -- Roger Maris
If DJ's starting, they didn't.
Unless Mays and DJ are starting together, in which case I really won’t agree with the decision.
"I don't know if I want to go to New York. They'll have to pay me a lot more money because I like it here in Kansas City." -- Roger Maris
I love it, I love it, I love it!
I have watched the last 3 preseason games 3 times each. Many people on AP have stated that DJ is still the same ol’ DJ. They say he often disappears but, I beg to differ. I have said it time and time again, this preseason, DJ has been sound. His play has been very consistent. Lots of people got mesmorized by Demorrios sacks but as far as the small things, run D and pass D, DJ was better. When DJ and Belcher were in the games, the run defense was even stouter and the pass coverage over the middle was better.
I like Demorrio. Love his work ethic in fact. I think he should come in on passing situations. His knack for getting to the QB has been displayed and we should utilize him in that fashion. Imagine Hali, Demorrio, Gilberry, Studebaker, and Dorsey rushing the passer. Those guys could cause major havoc.
I’m extremly excited to see Belcher get the starting nod. He has been the best run defending LB all preseason. Mays has been terrible. I think having DJ/Belcher on the field adds a lot more speed, athletism, and unpredictability. I knew what I saw in the preseason was correct. Haley, Romeo, and Gibbs would not awarded DJ and Belcher the job if they didn’t truly out perform Demorrio/Mays.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 9:22 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Take away those 3 sacks
Those 3 sacks Demorrio got were great but they have nothing to do with the “main” responsiblities of the WILB. In pass coverage and run defense, Demorrio has been no where near as good as DJ. Also, I’m sure DJ won his battle on his own and Belcher won his. Haley/Crennel/Gibbs are trying to put the best 11 on the field. I highly doubt that they are stickin to pairs. And I doubt they chose DJ/Belcher for anything other than those 2 out performing. Trust Crennel…please.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 9:31 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Well, if it's between Belcher and Mays
I’ll take Belcher any day. Dude is a player.
I can see all the reasons for and against DJ starting, but...
Thomas Jones may also get the start at RB…I’m not going to read into it much.
by Chief Willie Wildcat on Sep 6, 2010 9:34 PM CDT reply actions
id rather them start battle then to start him
his leadership is awesome but im your starting based on performance he shouldn’t be in there
Now that i do not agree with!
JC has more than proved he is the starter. The guy is avging 6.7 a carry in the preseason and is one of the leading receivers as well. The Chiefs seriously need to use Charles and Thomas Jones like the Titans used CJ and Lendale. That was the perfect mix. CJ had around 1300 yrds, 10 TDs and Lendale had 800 yrds, 15 TDs.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 9:38 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
We have 6 "starting" LB's, 7 if you count short yardage and Goal line
Hali, Belcher, Studebaker, DJ, Williams, Vrabel,and Mays hopefully in that order when it comes to actual snaps. They all have different strengths and purposes. Hali is an awesome stand up pass rusher, but lousy against the run and in pass D. So send him most every down, and take him out in short yardage. Belcher is a very good chase, side to side LB. Doesn’t appear to be a particularly good pass rusher. Studebaker may be our best all around LB. Very good pass rush skills, very smart against the pass, and good against the run. DJ is a playmaker. He’ll make big plays in pass D, and in tackling runners behind the line. Williams is a good basic run defender, and an excellent pass rusher. Vrabel is, well smart. He knows what to do and where to be, but he can’t consistently do either anymore due to lack of speed and his age. But as an inside backer in the nickle, he has a place. Mays is actually very good at short yardage, as long as he’s attacking the LOS. Throw in Sheffield as a pass rush specialist in certain blitz packages, and our LB corps has it all covered, much like Crennel’s early NE D, when he had lots of LB’s that did lots of different things.
I'm stoked to see what Williams will do when he does get on the field.
Dude played out of his mind after he lost the starting job to DJ. He was like the fucking waterboy!
If he brings that same intensity, he will certainly make some plays.
Everyone has been wondering about Dex
Wondering about what role he plays for the chiefs. I think with out showing us, that question has been answered. Jerhme Urban is on IR, Jackie Battle stepped up big time and is now in the convo to get carries. Chiefs also has only 5 WRs on the 53 man roster. Horne is a rookie and is def a wideout and Copper is a special teams guy. Dexter McCluster will get most of his PT at slot. He will def riun some wildcat and a couple run plays but, I expect to see him work the middle of the field and flats as a slot receiver.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 9:43 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Not sure I like this call...
Williams has flat out out played Johnson through out the preseason. I guess we can throw everything out the window when the Chiefs talk about competition and how they will start the best guys. Williams earned the starting role through his preseason performance.
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 6, 2010 9:50 PM CDT reply actions
?
I think Teicher is reading way too much into the start of practice today. I don’t think this battle is won or lost yet, and it is too early to call. Whoever tears it up this week will get the start. Haley was non committal today about personnel.
Ahhh....football season is upon us. For this years silly predictions: 1.) Chiefs go 8-8, 2.) We rack up 2700 yds rushing this year, 3.) Defense ranked 14th
Ah, yes, that makes more sense...
The Chiefs must be beginning the systematic destruction of Teicher’s career. They had Johnson starting today so that Adam could come to the unofficial conclusion that DJ will in fact be the starter week one.
Take that liberal media, mwahahahah.
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 6, 2010 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Before AP....those scary videos were my source for Chiefs news
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
All Hail AP
to not relying on Teichers videos, and not having to read the discussion board at the Star.
Chiefsburger in Paradise
by KeyWestChief on Sep 6, 2010 10:31 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Umm..ok
I think Teicher does enough of that on his own without the Chiefs help. He always seems to draw deeper conclusions than what is actually there, but then again I guess that’s his job. My point is more along the lines of credibility…if Gretz put out the headline, I would be more inclined to believe it. But that’s just my opinion.
Ahhh....football season is upon us. For this years silly predictions: 1.) Chiefs go 8-8, 2.) We rack up 2700 yds rushing this year, 3.) Defense ranked 14th
Report based on quote from Williams.
In today’s Arrowheadlines.
by NJ Chiefs Fan on Sep 7, 2010 7:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Romeo Crennel, with Haley, will determine who starts
….and who plays. What I really love about the 2010 season is that Haley is not the isolated bad guy. He may have the final word, but Romeo and Charlie have big time input. The Chiefs are well coached. Whatever happens, we have some damn good football minds making decisions.
"The Chiefs are well coached. Whatever happens, we have some damn good football minds making decisions."
I almost shed a tear of joy every time I see a fellow Chiefs fan say something like this.
It’s been awhile. I’m still almost afraid to admit it sometimes, in fear that I’ll somehow scare them away.
Chiefs - back in the playoffs in 2011.
I have no respect for Williams' game
He’s horrible. He has zero coverage ability and no range. DJ is a gambler and occasionally ends up our of position, but he is a playmaker. He should absolutely start
Long as Mays doesn't see the field, I'm happy.
Having gone back and re-watched some games, it’s my take DJ has been playing some sound football. He’s killed some drives with big hits, he’s applied pressure, he’s clogged his gaps… It may just be luck that he hasn’t registered more tackles.
I do feel Mays has played equally well, and has brought more energy and a lil more want-to. As well, he’s showing that he can be a playmaker if given the opportunity — something he hadn’t shown in previous years. He’s constantly around the ball-carrier and he’s consistent.
I do agree with Kalo above in that because Belcher has so far outplayed Mays, in keeping with the pairings, by default DJ and Belcher get the nod. That’s not to take away from DJ, but those two as a whole are just better than the Williams/Mays pairing.
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.
I challenge anyone to go back and watch the games
When Demorrio/Mays were on the field, the opposing offense scored points. They along with the other members of the defense gave up long drives as well. So the tackle stats mean nothing. The majority of the time when DJ/Belcher were out there, the defense held the offense to a short drive or a 3 and out. DJ and Belcher def have been better than Demorrio and Mays.
Which inside backer calls the defense in the 3-4?
Strong side guy right?
...sporting my new ERIC BERRY A V A T A R ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !
by chiefsfan62 on Sep 6, 2010 10:25 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Whoever they give the mic to
There is not hard fast rule about which player will make the calls.
Look for the green dot on the helmet on game day to see whos making the calls.
Only 1 green dot helmet is allowed on the field, so most teams use a player that will be in the majority of the snaps, and a back up person for when that guys is out.
It doesn’t even have to be a linebacker. A couple teams last season used a safety to make the calls.
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
Eventually that will be Berry...
But I’ve gotta think that right now it’s Vrabel.
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 6, 2010 11:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Studie!!!!
as long as he’s learning from vrabel :)
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
Berry is a sharp guy
I’d be perfectly happy having him be the D field general after a couple of seasons to really learn the game at the NFL level.
Good instincts and a smart guy.
Chiefs - back in the playoffs in 2011.
Anybody watching this Boise state game
.
by teabaggingexper on Sep 6, 2010 10:33 PM CDT reply actions
Yeah
but I changed the channel for a couple of minutes. How did Boise State get the ball back to score the game winning TD
Did VA Tech have to punt
cuz when I changed the channel it looked like they were just gunna run the clock out
I'm officially on the Kellen Moore Bandwagon
That guy is good. Can I do a mock draft now? That guy slips into the 2nd GRAB HIM!!!!!
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
I wish Kendrick Lewis would get the starting nod
over Jon McGraw. On that 18 yard run (after Demorrio/Mays failed to shed blocks) McGraw missed the tackle.
by Larryemcdaniel on Sep 6, 2010 10:35 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Lewis Lewis Lewis....
Maybe they’re just worried about the experience thing. It won’t be long. By the bye week for sure IMO
Speaking of the freaking Chargers.
In the middle of my Fantasy draft. FML.
I ended up with Rivers, Floyd, Chargers D and Kaeding.
Sigh….
by craig in calgary on Sep 6, 2010 11:18 PM CDT reply actions
Completely off topic....
….but it amused me… so I’m putting it here for you to read
Direct from Peter King’s MMQB over at SI:
Oakland’s Darrius Heyward-Bey caught only 23 percent of intended passes last year. That’s the lowest rate of any receiver with at least 40 pass targets in the 17 years for which we have data, going back to 1993
The Powers Of Astute Observation Are Often Mistaken As Cynicism By Those That Do Not Posses Them -- G.B. Shaw
LMFAO!
He don’t have to catch. All he has to do is run really, really fast to confuse the defense! LOL
Jamaal Charles...Enough said.
I don't understand the title of this article
Who has said Derrick Johnson is going to be starting against the Chargers?
Seems misleading just to stir things up.
Adam Teicher did
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
Teicher and La Canfora need their own NFL show...
on the WB so noone can pay attention.
by Chief Willie Wildcat on Sep 6, 2010 11:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Let the best play
I think I’m with everyone that says why don’t we let both them play??? I do agree it’s been the best camp battle by far, but a sense of deja vu has come over me hahaha.
missing it
everyone is saying Every reason good point and bad but the thing that has been most inconsistent in #56 career is he has had to go from how many different defensive schemes in as many years including 4-3 try learning one thing just to have to learn another it seem
some inconsistent are bound to appear under those conditions i still wish him luck
MDJ58
LMAO... drunk AP rambling...
Either that or he’s having a stroke… in which case I’m sorry I laughed
"Reach for new elevation; and see just how high we can go. Full blown determination; will take us further than we know. My own anticipation; keeps the fire from burning out, It's time for domination... no one can ever take us down" - Pillar - "For the Love of the Game"
by Red N Gold Beast on Sep 7, 2010 3:12 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Time to shine DJ!
Have an awesome game! Need a sack and an int for a score out of ya!
I thought we all discussed this one and agreed
that demorrio will be used all over the field, so they arent locking him in as THE starter at ILB since he may play with his hand in the dirt. Also gives DJ his “shot”(sigh) again, to play big.
really no controversy, we play a 3-4, usually means 5 lb’s see a lot of time…no worries
Team Pioli/Haley. Decade of the Chiefs.
Team Colquitt
GAME TIME!!
first everyone whines that they want DJ to play now that he is they are whining cuz Williams is on the bench smh … i say lets sit back and watch the Chiefs beat the Chargers and SHUT THE FOOTBALL NATION UP!!
Flowers, Carr, Lewis, & Berry = SCARY SECONDARY
NEW ARROWHEAD = BETTER TEAM ... CHIEFS 2011 AFC WEST CHAMPS
RELEASE THE McCLUSTER BOMB!!
Tickets
So whos going to the game and how much did you pay to go? Stubhub has tickets for nothing less than 90 per ticket for upper corners ($30 something dollar tickets origanally). I looked on craigslist forever and found some for $88 per game for decent upper deck tickets with a parking pass but nothing better…
That sounds about right.
I got mine with the Royals/Chiefs package + parking. I am up in the armpit of the stadium too. Then again, there really are no bad seats, and this might be a good game to be up top. I’ll bet on a really good fly over and some awesome fireworks!
RUN DEXTER RUN!!!!
President - Team Colquitt Fan Club - est. July 29, 2010
by ARROWHEADSHANE on Sep 7, 2010 7:08 AM CDT up reply actions
They both will get plenty of time in the game...
DW has made plays this preseason and looks to be jump started perhaps by Romeo but lets remember last season. He only made tackles. Granted, we need a good tackler on the team but we also need turnovers. Last year he made 106 tackles and 6 passes defended. Zero interceptions, sacks, or forced fumbles. After comparing the preseason with last season maybe his “Knee injury” he was playing with last year was a big part of not making too many plays.
http://www.arrowheadpride.com/2010/5/23/1484771/demorrio-williams-our-average
Jamaal Charles...Enough said.
Split Snaps
Hopefully, split snaps of Williams and Johnson will lead to a split forehead of Ms. California – Phyllis Rivers! Go Chiefs!!! Plus anyway, I believe Hali and Studebaker and Williams will pack a bunch of pressure into the game…
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