Chiefs vs. Chargers: Five Defensive Predictions
by KaloPhoenix on Sep 8, 2010 1:44 PM CDT
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This week, we've got the division champs in the biggest opening game in recent history. Sure, they thrashed the Chiefs last year, but with multiple additions on the Chiefs end (alongside some significant subtractions on theirs), there's reason for optimism headed into week one...or is there? Let's go through five things I think we'll see come Monday night.
1. The inside linebacker battle will be blown out of proportion. Some may say that it already has been taken too far, but I think we'll see that more eyes will be focused on them Monday night than anyone else on the defensive side of the ball. I foresee some snap judgments during/after the game will be a talking point amongst the community for the rest of the week. In truth, both sets of inside linebackers will probably see similar numbers of snaps. Both will have good plays and both will have bad plays. I encourage you to wait for the end of the game before calling for Romeo Crennel/Todd Haley's head as to why a certain set was on the field.
2. The Chiefs will be in the nickel quite a bit. I'll even go far enough to say they'll be in it more than 1/3 of the time. I think we'll see a lot more first and second down looks from the nickel to try to negate short passes from Rivers. The way Philly ran on the Chiefs while in the nickel was not encouraging, so I hope enough has been done to stop Matthews from slashing us up the gut while the Chiefs are expecting pass.
3. Gates is going to have a big day. Even though we'll be expecting it, the guy will be open, and Rivers will hit him. Last year, the tight end post was a HUGE killer for the Chiefs defense (so much so that I wrote this post after one performance), and thus far this year, my biggest complaint is the Chiefs inside linebacker pass defense. It's looked like the players aren't communicating well enough and allowing receivers to run by/around the inside linebackers and safeties without any trouble. The defense has got to suck it up and play strong here if the Chiefs want the W.
4. Rivers will not match last year's performances. This one is kind of a no-brainer with their number one receiver and LT out, but it still bears stating. Rivers is good at spreading around the touches, and will still attempt to do so. However, dropping Jackson (6'5") for Naane (6'2") will only help the Chiefs cornerbacks. Malcolm Floyd is still there (6'5"), but only having to cover one huge receiver will make Flowers and Carr look a LOT better. We've also seen the Chiefs linebackers and safeties doing a MUCH better job at covering the check downs. As you'll all remember, Sproles lit the Chiefs up with yards after the catch from simple screen passes. The Chiefs look much stronger in this department thus far in the preseason, so some of those big gains should be negated. I'll say that Rivers ends up with less than 225 yards passing this game, a feat that only occurred three times last year. Some may disagree, but I think a good portion of that yardage will go away due to the next item:
5. Ryan Matthews will gain a lot of yardage on the Chiefs defense. This one is hard to type, but I really believe it to be true. Matthews has looked strong between the tackles, and we've been lackluster at stopping talented backs in the heart of our defense. With our defense protecting itself from Rivers passing, the holes will only get bigger for Matthews. As I said up above, I think the Chiefs will be in the nickel more than usual to protect the short zone. Rivers will see this, and if he's smart, he'll audible for Matthews to gash the middle of the defense. Jovan Belcher, Corey Mays, and Mike Vrabel (in the nickel) are going to have to have big days at the strongside inside linebacker position to keep us in this.
There you guys go: some positive, some negative. Do you agree? What's your five defensive predictions?
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Agreed and rec'd
especially about the nickel packages. been saying it for awhile now, but the longer we can justify staying in the nickel because we’ve got the running game under control and maybe even have a lead, the more we’re gonna win.
Gates
Is he the biggest reason DJ is starting? Is DJ better in coverage when they use the ILB? Berry will play a part with Gates, as well, I’m assuming.
It's not a bad reason.
DJ and Demorrio have seen Gates year after year. There should be no surprises there, but he always seems to get by them. Berry over the top might allow them to gamble on the route a little bit more, though.
"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
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I think Crennel will take his chances with the short passes and go after the run.
I think it will be easy to take Matthews completely out of the game if we focus on the run because although he may end up being a decent back I don’t see him coming in and tearing it up starting week 1. He’s still a rookie and between that and their not so great offensive line I think shutting down the run early is a must.
The passing game will then take care of itself. Gates will still have a good day but I think we’ll get plenty of pressure on the QB all night and our running game will keep our defense off the field. The key will be avoiding big plays and other then Gates I like the other matchups we have on their WRs.
"Success is never ending, failure is never final."
It depends on who has Floyd for me.
When Flowers shut down Jackson last year, Rivers went at Carr and Floyd had a big day. I know Carr plays a little bit bigger than Flowers, but I’d rather Flowers drew Floyd. Naane’s got a little speed, but we’ve seen Carr run with Maclin this preseason, so I’m confident enough there.
I still think we’ll see the traditional 3-4 for 2/3 of the game, but based on how often we went to the nickel against Philly, I can see a similar scenario against SD. Stuff run on first down, most of the time in the 3-4 on 2nd, and nickel on third. I’m more worried about Matthews on that third down play busting an 8 yard run for the first down. As depleted as their OL is, I have doubts about our front line’s ability to hold their own right now. I hope they’ll prove me wrong.
"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
The Chiefs have gotten a huge majority of thier sack on simple delayed blitzes.
This tells you your corners are fine.
True.
However, out of all types, Flowers has the most trouble with bigger receivers. We haven’t seen him have to man up against a big guy with a solid QB yet this year. I think he can control Floyd, but we’ll see.
I also think we won’t blitz hard early on. I think we’ll keep the LB’s tight to make sure we’re alright with the short zone, then sprinkle in some blitzes as the game goes along.
"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
It,s the only way to keep Rivers in check.
You give him time and he’ll pick you apart.
Yep
the times we have been successful against Rivers have been the times we pressured him and made him uncomfortable – he has a tendency to fall apart when that happens (the main reason he has trouble winning playoff games).
Ryan Succop will be the kicker for the AFC in the 2011 Pro Bowl
last year, SD had Jackson at WR. Last year, we had McGraw and Brown as our safety depth.
Not having a receiver of Vincent Jackson’s ability places the CB’s lined up against a lesser WR than they were last year.
I believe Berry will/going to have to be a huge factor in stopping Gates, coming up to help the LBs. Matter of fact, he will probably have to be a huge factor against the run too.
my list:
1. Berry makes a statement in this game.
2. Charles runs for 150 yards.
3. Cassel has 2 TD passes and 3 INTs, and sacked 2 times.
4. Succop vs. Kaeding is the difference in the score.
5. Arenas gives the Chiefs great field position, and the Chargers start kicking it out of bounds.
the last one is a joke. Is Kaeding their PK too? If I remember correctly, his leg hasn’t been great on kickoffs…
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
agree, field position, but beyond that. we WILL focus on gates defensively...
since the ONLY other wideout they have is Malcolm Floyd, and with our db’s…he shouldnt have some miles austin type day
Team Pioli/Haley. Decade of the Chiefs.
Team Colquitt
Right, which is one of the reasons behind Rivers not having as good of a year.
"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
totally agree, the recievers just arent there...he will be forced to throw to Floyd often...and they lack the sure thing at HB as well..mathews has to adapt to their pass game
Team Pioli/Haley. Decade of the Chiefs.
Team Colquitt
Oh yeah.
I think we’ll see some nice stunts to get our LB’s free towards the QB. Matthews will have to adjust to game speed blocking and Sproles is kinda small to be blocking a charging Tamba. They might have to keep Hester in at FB for down-the-field passes.
"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
Don't know that I agree with that.
Between Floyd, Gates, and Sproles, that’s a pretty healthy combination. Most teams would take that in a heartbeat. We certainly can’t boast a receiving threat that strong.
Playoff predictions? Really? From 4 wins?
really? logic would dictate that they'd perform worse against us this year than last.
Jackson, Gates, Sproles and Floyd last year.
Gates, Sproles and Floyd this year.
Flowers, Carr, nobody decent, McGraw, and Page/Brown last year.
Flowers, Carr, Arenas, Berry, and Lewis.
not only did we improve the secondary, but SD’s receiving corp is down-graded.
Flowers won’t be going against Jackson. He’ll be going against what would have been SD’s #2 receiver last year. And that is what makes this better.
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions
not the same teams.
and i’m not going to bother naming all the changes.
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
check out charles' stats against SD's defense last year
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
http://www.nfl.com/players/jamaalcharles/gamelogs?id=CHA561428&season=2009
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
here's a hint: he averaged 8.3 and 6.6 ypc in a total of 18 carries.
for 126 yards (total).
In full time duty during week 12, he had 3 receptions for 54 yards (18 yards per catch average).
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I realize they're not the same teams.
logic would dictate that they’d perform worse against us this year than last.
That’s what I was responding to.
and i was refering to the receiving corps against our defensive backs
it makes it way more even without jackson.
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Not sure I am ready to declare our 3 rookies
as an improvement yet. I think they will be, but they are still rookies and will get schooled early and often. SD is a veteran team.
Playoff predictions? Really? From 4 wins?
forget the rookies.
flowers is still lining up against the number 2 not 1, and it has a trickle down effect. Carr lining up against 3, not 2, etc.
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Really, KaloPhoenix? Flowers shut down Jackson?
Hmmmm. Not quite how I remember it going.
"I ain't lyin' 'bout nothin'."
"Oh? So what exactly are you lying about?"
In the second game.
2 catches for 27 yards.
The first game he got torched.
"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
Maybe that's all I remember.
"I ain't lyin' 'bout nothin'."
"Oh? So what exactly are you lying about?"
Generic ...
… he may end up being a decent back I don’t see him coming in and tearing it up starting week 1. He’s still a rookie …
that’s what they’re likely saying about Dex …
I’m afraid if we key on the run too much we’re going be toasted by Gates and anyone else Rivers can find (and he’s good at finding them) … hate to say it, but he’s the best in the division, and I’m sure he’d be more than happy to dink-and-dunk it all the way, all day long … ball control and score, ball control and score … if Rivers and Gates click, that opens it up for Matthews …
could be a long day out there … hang on to your hats, people
"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
Come back, Jason!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!
Good point about Dex, ups, However...
We’re not expecting Dex to tote the rock for us 20 times and be our primary guy. We expect him to get maybe 5 carries and make the most of them, while catching 5-7 passes and getting some good YAC.
The expectations on Matthews are much, much heavier.
I do agree with you that it could be a long day. IMO our best hope is to get the lead early and run the ball about 50 times (of course, that would apply to pretty much every game we play this year).
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
On a side note
I find it interesting that everyone is more worried about Matthews, who averaged under 4.5 ypc this preseason (and 3.3 in his most “realistic” game against the Saints), than they are about Rivers, who has proven to be lethal to us.
If this game comes down to a RB contest, I believe we win. Matthews has looked decent, but not nearly as good as JC. Add that to our “platoon” of backs and I think Matthews is the least of our concerns from their offense.
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
qwll, to me it's a potential 3-Headed Monster .. Rivers, Gates and Matthews
if one don’t getcha the other two will … I’m sure Crennel has all kinds of blitzes and hidden formations and packages and whatnot that he’ll use to try to confuse Rivers … and I’m just as sure that Rivers & Co have a few tricks up their collective sleeve for us as well
bottom line is, it comes down to execution and the front lines … it’s still football, and the game is won or lost on the line of scrimmage … been that way for years and the old adage still holds true
"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
Come back, Jason!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!
That I can agree with
Even with all our added playmakers, we need our line to execute on both sides. Otherwise it’s all for naught.
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
I don't think the mismatch is going to be so obvious pre-snap, because the Chiefs are more talented and flexible
in what they can do out of what they’re showing by formation.
We’ll see if it’s enough, but I’m pretty damn sure Rivers will have a tougher time.
"I ain't lyin' 'bout nothin'."
"Oh? So what exactly are you lying about?"
yep. Crennel is not Clancy Pendergast.
I just keep repeating that over and over again.
" It was great for me to get out of that city, because it was just a lot of jealousy, envy and hate that came with being a part of that city."
- LJ, after taking denial lessons from our current President
by chief Stevie_k on Sep 8, 2010 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions
I have one prediction
we will lose if the defense does not get NASTY out there. They have to get slobbering mean, grunting, filthy, NASTY out there and pump the crowd up. There should really be 80,000+ people on defense everytime Rivers and company come on the field. If the defense can get NASTY out there and feed off of the crowd, and the crowd feed off of them, then every Chiefs fan and player can feast on the Chargers!
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
by jrcnc on Sep 8, 2010 2:01 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Now you've done it. Now you've gone and said....
Chiefs - back in the playoffs in 2011.
by TRSChief on Sep 8, 2010 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
yes! only the socially acceptable one!
for some reason NASTY is the word that stuck, I tried to get some other ideas going but I think NASTY is where its at
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
+1 On The Nasty
Knock em down and leave em…
Jerome
Good write-up Kalo
I believe this game will show us right out the gate why Pioli chose Berry……outstanding safety play will:
1. Keep Gates in check as he gets behind the ILB zone coverage
2. Stop Matthews from gaining huge chunks of yardage
3. Provide help over the top while Flowers and Carr contend with some solid WRs
4. Make it possible to blitz from the inside (safety becomes second level of D) and outside (via corner or safety blitz) with a lot more confidence than we could with Mike F’in Brown.
Berry can’t do it all by himself, and he may not do it well his very first game in the league, but he was drafted to be a Bolt stomper no doubt in my mind.
I think we get a couple of turnovers and sacks this game cause Crennel will have a few surprises up his sleeve!
I was mad as $#%@ when we drafted Dexter McCluster and now I'm ordering his jersey......oh the irony! Go Chiefs!
I won't put it all on Berry just yet.
Like you said, it is only his first game. Eventually, he should allow us to do those four things, though, which will allow for a few more gambles in Crennel’s playbook.
"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
Berry will have a better night than Matthews.
We’ve seen Berry in the preseason. He looks ready to go. That’s why he was not only the 5th overall pick, but was being touted as one of the best players to come out of college in a long time.
It’s apparent he’s ready to go. Put this kid in his first real NFL game in his home stadium, with 80,000 screaming fans… and on a Monday Night to boot. He’s going to be pumped and ready to prove himself. He’s living his dream, and he’s going to play a big part in the Chiefs absolutely destroying the Chargers.
"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 8, 2010 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone see when ESPN accidentally aired Berry
talking on the phone with Chiefs brass before his draft selection? He was all smiles, pumped his fist, and said he’d always wanted to play for the Chiefs. If that’s true, I would imagine MNF will be extra special for him.
yeah I saw that
when they were sitting there saying how we were about to select Okung.
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
that was awesome
you can tell the difference between a guy that just is happy to get drafted high to be paid… and one who is really excited to play for his new team
Berry is the latter
this should be the most exciting Chiefs team in years! Most major needs filled with playmakers, and the league's best coaching staff... 10-6 a possibility?
Berry
I hope he doesn’t try to hard. He is going to be so amp’d up he could make some big mistakes. Thats alot of pressure for a young guy. First NFL game that happens to be on MNF at home against the Chargers. He just needs to be aggressive on run plays and let the rest of the game come to him.
Offical member of the Eric Berry Fan Club
I think Berry has a good head on his shoulders
to not let the excitement get to him. He’s a real professional and he’s only played in 4 pre-season games. He’ll stick to doing his job.
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
Berry willl have his chances.
You know Rivers will try him early and often. I’d love for Berry to get a pick-6. Early. That would be sweet! I think we need to continue with the delayed blitzes that worked so well for us in the preseason. SD is talking alot about being more ‘balanced’ this year due to drafting Matthews and losing Jackson.
I think the game comes down to turnovers. We HAVE to take care of the rock if we want a chance to sneak out a W…
I believ the Chiefs have a legitimate shot at winning.
The D is not going to be the problem though. Turnovers will decide who wins this game.In praticular Matt Cassell’s.If early returns mean any thing he is poised to shatter last years record of 9 fumbles.
Doesn't get a whole lot simpler than that.
"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
have....to....stop..Rivers...and....get....NASTY!
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
For the most part the winners of the Turnover battle will win the game.
And we need to be that team come Monday… i think this game will be a big test more so for our Secondary than anyone else. Rivers IS going to throw the ball, now can our DBs make a few plays to turn the game over to our side? Ofcourse our Front 7 needs to help by getting preasure, but our Safeties and Corners will really be tested in this one.
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
Isn't that how you stop Rivers?
"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 8, 2010 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Put pressure on Rivers
He has proved it time and again. You put him on the ground and he will throw picks.
Sackoff (McIntosh,Goff) like Brangelina.
I hope Sproles runs right past John McGraw again...
so that Kendrick starts the next game. And yes that will be the Bolts only score.
by The_Bernard_Pollard_Rule on Sep 8, 2010 2:12 PM CDT reply actions
I hope Haley REMEMBERS what Sproles did to McGraw last year ...
and decide to start K.Lew for THIS game.
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
I disagree
and I hope it’s not just me being a Chiefs homer who is too confident for no reason. I just really dont see enough of Ryan Matthews to go crazy about. He’s very good, but I think he runs too straight up, which will cause him to either take a lot of big hits or else be prone to fumbling. I do expect Gates to get his usual stats, but with Vincent Jackson out, I think the secondary will make him work much harder for his receptions.
Now my bold statement is this: Brandon Carr will play a good game. Everyone seems to be down on him after the Denver game to end last season and that seemed to have carried into the entire off-season. He even started camp slow, but I have a feeling that he will break out of his “slump” and play a good game.
And if I need to justify my reasoning for the Chiefs winning, it’s based on history. Norv Turner coached teams ALWAYS start off slow while KC under Haley last season went into Baltimore very prepared. They just didn’t have much talent and that caught up with them. The lack of talent isn’t an issue this season. Plus it’s at home and the fans have been waiting forever for a prime time game. Lord knows the fans can make Arrowhead the scariest place to play when they’re 100% mentally into the game.
by kc_radrh8r on Sep 8, 2010 2:15 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
I'm not high on Matthews either
But he’s run fairly strong thus far. I don’t really like Lesean McCoy either, but he ran pretty well against us. I worry about our DE’s at the end of the game. If they struggle early, I can see some pretty big holes in the 3rd-4th quarter.
I wouldn’t disagree with that. Carr has played well against Philly and GB.
No justification needed. I think most around here are homeristic enough to predict a solid victory. =)
"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 the Chiefs give him gaps like they gave Micheal Turner.
They will lose big.
I also heard today that mcniel the 1st OLT for SD might play? I hope not i wanna see tamba eat up a second string OT!!!!!!! he should win that battle all day!!
by Brock McManis on Sep 8, 2010 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Yup
Don’t know where Brock is getting his info.
Bolts from the Blue - Destroying your opinions with facts.
REC!!!
Smile, its the second best things you can do with your lips!
But he's so tiny it's hard not to take him lightly.....
So you got the fax. So why didn't you add it to the resume? What do you mean? Of course martial arts training is relevant.
so is Dex
we can’t afford to take ANYONE lightly
"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
Come back, Jason!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!
no way! BRC never EVER jokes about ANYTHING!
ever!
"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
Come back, Jason!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!
Our Defense
I just thought about this but don’t you think our defense has improved just practicing against Dex, Jones and Charles. I think they are use to seeing a small speedster like Spoles that can play anywhere on offense.
Offical member of the Eric Berry Fan Club
At the very least
They’ve gotten used to dealing with quite a bit of speed.
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
And I wouldn't underestimate the importance of that.
"I ain't lyin' 'bout nothin'."
"Oh? So what exactly are you lying about?"
If we can get some turnovers, early, and get our offense started, early, we have an outside chance. Otherwise, forget it: the crownd could be out of it by mid-second quarter if we don’t take care of business. The longer it stays close, the better our chances with our three (make that FOUR) back running attack. Cassel does not have to be outstanding , but he has to be poised and not make more than one big screw up. We will not win this thing if we go 10 down. Looking forward to some MNF (I think….)
It may be obvious but I think we need to negate the big play
Rivers led the league in YPA last season and now he’s without his big play WR. They may be more of a running team this year but slowing them down and making them put together long drives will keep the game close.
If we contain the long pass play and Sproles in the open field I like are chances.
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
They may be more of a running team this year
This won’t ever be the case with Rivers on that team. They are a pass 1st offense. They’re best player is their QB. They’ll want the production coming from his hands.
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
I meant they will run "more" than they have
They’ll want a more balanced offense than they’ve had in the past couple of seasons
I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
- George Burns
Can't all be sunshine and happiness.
Especially when we’re talking about our D.
"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
Bring it on
I love the fact that we’re opening against a hated Division rival.
The Bolts are “the team to beat”…so let’s do just that.
10 + wins in 2010. Chiefs SHOCK the NFL!!! Mark it down.
+1
If the team is as improved as we hope it is, you couldn’t ask for a better scenario under which to unveil the NEW Chiefs.
Predictions:
This year will be better
And...
a victory will not only put us at 1-0 in the league, it does so in our division as well. Which, by all counts, may give us playoffs leverage if we split with these jackwagons…
2010 Chiefs are on the rise. This is the most excited I've been since 'Nam...
by kcchiefsfan72 on Sep 8, 2010 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
damn, Kalo, you sure know how to take the fun out of it ...
… wait for the end of the game before calling for Romeo Crennel/Todd Haley’s head …
I mean, seriously … do we HAVE to? (grin)
yeah, have to stop Rivers and Matthews and Gates … I think if (a huge if!) we can stop two of them (to a reasonable degree) we have a reasonable chance to win … if any two of those three get on a roll and stay on it for the duration of the game, it’s going to be a long day (and if all three have big days, it’s going to get downright miserable, and the Red Sea will (de)part …
"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
Come back, Jason!
hi, Mo! 5 minutes!!!
3. Gates is going to have a big day. Even though we’ll be expecting it, the guy will be open, and Rivers will hit him. Last year, the tight end post was a HUGE killer for the Chiefs defense (so much so that I wrote this post after one performance), and thus far this year, my biggest complaint is the Chiefs inside linebacker pass defense. It’s looked like the players aren’t communicating well enough and allowing receivers to run by/around the inside linebackers and safeties without any trouble. The defense has got to suck it up and play strong here if the Chiefs want the W.
I have to believe that replacing Mike Brown with Eric Berry will make it at least a little tougher for Rivers to find Gates wide open
Ryan Succop will be the kicker for the AFC in the 2011 Pro Bowl
Correction.
I have to believe that replacing Mike Brown with Eric Berry will make it at least alittleA LOT tougher for Rivers to find Gates wide open
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
by R2J_24 on Sep 8, 2010 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
hahaha rec'd
hopefully! This is going to be a true test of this team how we play against them. If we get burned over and over again by Rivers and Gates Im probably going to weep, no bawl.
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
I have confidence in our guys to not let that happen again...
I mean, c’mon…
Berry & Lewis > Mike Brown & McGraw
Lewis will get the majority of the snaps, mark my words.
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
Plus
Flowers vs Floyd & Carr vs Nanee >>> Flowers vs Jackson & Carr vs Floyd
I know that you're afraid... you're afraid of us. You're afraid of change. I don't know the future. I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end. I came here to tell you how it's going to begin.
First games of the year are unpredictable and another factor in the Chief's favor.
Teams fight hard to “not” start off 0-1, so often anyone can win and it’s a big advantgage for the Chief’s to be home with the opening of the “new” arrowhead. I hope, and believe it will, work to our advantgage.
OT, but I didn’t want to make a whole fanpost about this.
I’m a Browns fan, and before the draft all of us over at DBN were crossing our fingers that Eric Berry would fall to us. Obviously, that didn’t happen. Since the draft none of us have really heard anything about Berry. I’m just curious what you guys have seen so far. Does he look like a pro bowler already, or does he still make rookie mistakes?
I have been complimented many times and they always embarrass me; I always feel that they have not said enough.
haven't seen many mistakes
maybe 1 missed tackle…
but, he’s been all over the field, especially good in run support, and good in pass coverage.
had 2 “near-INTs”
He looks like a seasoned vet out there.
the only thing we haven’t seen yet are the “game changing” big plays, but it looks like he certainly has the ability to make them
this should be the most exciting Chiefs team in years! Most major needs filled with playmakers, and the league's best coaching staff... 10-6 a possibility?
He had one whiff during the Philly game
But technically the whole team missed McCoy that went for a 20 yard TD. Besides that he has looked pretty good. Made a hit so hard on Desean Jackson it took Jackson out of the rest of the game. Has made a couple of good passes defended including a great sidline diving one. Everyone here at AP is pretty pumped up about this kid. He also has shown some great charactor. During training camp some kids asked if he would autograph his gloves for them. He couldn’t since he already gave them out, so he took off his cleats and autographed them for the kids instead. We are really really optimistic about him. Hope that helps.
Smile, its the second best things you can do with your lips!
"There is no charge for awesomeness" - Kung Fu Panda
by KCporkchop on Sep 8, 2010 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Eric Berry knows
Kalo secretly works for BFTB! :)
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
I believe you can look at my posts...I've never done anything anywhere but AP.
And isn’t multiple accounts per IP against the TOS?
"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
sorry it was a joke
I appreciate all your work here and love your posts.
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
And I was trying to come off jokingly as well.
And failed. =)
"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
this damn game!
better hurry up, I can tell everyone is getting testy!
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
My prediction...
I’ll be there screaming…“I TOLD YOU SO MOTHER_____!” D. Williams and Eric Berry will lay this kid out and it’ll will change the game as far as crowd noise and as far as the San Diego Chargers game plan. Chiefs All The Way!!!
“We’re gonna beat the hell outta you…and you…and you, and you, and you!!!!”
What kid?
"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
These posts are driving me crazy!!!!!
Is it game day yet???? I’m gonn go fishing, take a nap, then take vacation, and it should be MNF. I’m SOOO over the talking, our team has something to prove and have the perfect stage to do so! If KC WINS this site may freeze from the congestion of everyone posting…
Yes
yes it will Multiple times :)
Ninja Ass
by Steve_Chiefs on Sep 8, 2010 10:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Ryan Matthews hasn't even rushed for an official yard in the league
..and already he’s a force to be game planned around? I don’t think so.
so then
the same can be said about Berry, Arenas, and McCluster right? While I disagree with Kalo’s opinion about Matthews I do think he is going to be a very good back in this league. He very well could do great things against us Monday Night but I highly doubt it. SD is a passing team and we are going to focus on where they have beat us in the past and that is with their receivers and Rivers.
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
by jrcnc on Sep 8, 2010 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
When was the last time that Rivers and these Chargers experienced a sold out, loud as hell Arrowhead?
Never. Maybe Gates remembers… but I don’t think Rivers has ever experienced it.
To put this into comparison… Remember the Thanksgiving game we had against the Broncos a few years back? That was the last prime time game we had, I think. Remember the pre game show? Remember the hosts sitting on the field? Remember how they had to pretty much yell into their mics to be heard on the broadcast?
Yeah, it’s going to be like that. Possibly louder. There’s a lot of pent up energy in the fan base right now. It’s going to be released on the Chargers in 5 days. I just plain cannot see the Chargers offense coming into Arrowhead and dominating us. Period.
"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 8, 2010 4:06 PM CDT reply actions 2 recs
me either
and it makes me happy! I doubt you will hear me all the way down here in Oklahoma, but im sure my neighbors will…..just hope they dont call the cops!
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
although all I would have to do
is tell the cops I was cheering on the Sooners and they would probably leave, uhhh this place and their Sooner madness is out of control!
The picture is a Chiefs pumpkin, yeah that is right a Chiefs pumpkin.
This is what we"ll be singing to Matthews come Tuesday.
“You carried the football,
You carried the football,
But you didn’t see Eric and things went real bad.
So now instead of living as a football hero,
No one will even claim you but your mom and dad.”
See the whole thing here.
"There is no charge for awesomeness" - Kung Fu Panda
Like the write up and agree.
I do think one advantage our defense will have this year is Dexter McCluster. Yes, I said defense. Our defense has never had someone to practice against that could duplicate the speed of Sproles. Now they do. I think the increase in overall speed on offense will help in preparation. Makes a big difference.
Speed on defense will be improved also with Berry and Arenas.
Playoff predictions? Really? From 4 wins?
Completely agree.
Now if we can just get a QB like Rivers in, maybe we can shut him down, too. =)
"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
by KaloPhoenix on Sep 8, 2010 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Speaking of QB's
I was just saddened by a reminder that Cassel is the 3 Highest paid QB in 2010 at $12,000,000.00 regarding base plus roster bonus???smh I don’t think he’ll live up to his Contract but feel free to prove me wrong Cassel
I saw the list of the 6 others after him who i would love to see behind center for the Chiefs.
I really hope Weis brought that pixy dust from NE & ND over to KC..
I get that
But Cassel is our guy, and presumably those other guys weren’t available. I really don’t care what he’s paid, given that it wouldn’t negatively affect our salary cap, even if there was one. And if he doesn’t pan out this year, the contract it structured in such a way that the Chiefs can dump him.
We have shut down Rivers before
It requires getting pressure early and often…many times that causes him to push passes that aren’t there and we intercept them
Ryan Succop will be the kicker for the AFC in the 2011 Pro Bowl
by PVChiefsfan on Sep 8, 2010 8:03 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
that is something we are missing
A hype man on both sides of the ball. Cassel who dat rip off would go miles for the team
"Laws control the lesser man... Right conduct controls the greater one."
- Mark Twain
"Eric Berry Interception.... 10, 5, Touchdown KannnnSaaassCiitayyyy"
- Mitch Holthus
by ArrowheadHunter on Sep 8, 2010 6:01 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
ive yet to see that ever, in the 6 or so years ive watched the Chiefs. And a pumped adrenaline can improve a performance
ask the Ravens who get to hear Terrell Suggs Ed Reed and Ray Lewis hype em up before every game, ask the steelers when they had Joey Porter, ask the pats when they have Teddy Bruschi hyping em up against each game, ask the Saints who hear Brees in the locker room,
and the colts with Bob Sanders and Peyton Manning before each game.
Having someone hype you up to get that adrenaline rushing is something huge. And every team listed above has consistently been a contender for the majority of the last decade
Disagree
Domination
Those were the good ole days... wait I wasn't alive then
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