Rising Optimism Kyle Orton Starts Vs. Packers
by Joel Thorman on Dec 15, 2011 3:00 PM CST
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PrintThere is a rising optimism surrounding Kyle Orton's ability to play this weekend against the Green Bay Packers. On Wednesday head coach Romeo Crennel indicated that the Chiefs starting quarterback would be Orton or rookie Ricky Stanzi -- not Tyler Palko.
Orton, however, is recovering from a dislocated finger, which caused him to miss last week's game against the New York Jets. But it sounds like the thumb finger is progressing nicely and, according to Crennel at his Thursday press conference (via @JoshLooney), Orton is recovering well and actually ahead of schedule.
If Crennel is saying he's looking good on Thursday then there's a pretty good chance he'll be ready to play by Sunday.
It's not officially official yet...but we're getting closer to the Kyle Orton era.
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C'mon Kyle
We have a fanbase that’s been starved of anything to cheer for on offense this year. Really, anything at all.
Give us a reason to not try to find the worm at the bottom of every bottle of tequila in sight.
We got your back if you do.
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by TRSChief on Dec 15, 2011 3:02 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
Nothing to worry about my friend. This man is a professional. I mean, just look at that tie:
"saints_chiefsfan1979 is a genius" - yes, I lost a bet.
And even if the defense has trouble at the start of the game
based on the DrunkAthlete.com photos he’s got, Kyle Orton does some of his best work when he’s 12 under.
Tebow might know Jesus, but Bill Muir is old enough to have actually babysat him in the manger.
wait a min..
i’m supposed to have optimism because of Kyle Orton? And Romeo?
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
Well it is much easier to have optimism with them,
over Haley, and his Boy Toy Palko
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
one problem
i seen over 20 Orton games….
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
Are you trying to make the argument that he's worse than Palko?
Because if not, then it doesn’t make sense to not feel better about Orton than Palko
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
I am the Master of Hyperenthetical Asiditry (you know, like this. Only more)
exactlyyy
i know reberry hate orton , but golly hes gotta be better than palko !
optimism is subjective
here it means i am less horrified/disgusted (horrigusted?) seeing Orton out there than Pinko Calabaloo.
the expat formally known as Chiefsinchina
by Shanghai_Chiefs on Dec 15, 2011 8:07 PM CST up reply actions
Same here
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
I am the Master of Hyperenthetical Asiditry (you know, like this. Only more)
much easier
Orton could set an NFL record this weekend. If he’s as good as the 4th game of the season, we could expect another 3 picks from orton. Kyle threw 3 picks when the Broncos palyed yhe Packers in week four.
It's not.
I watched Peyton Manning throw 6 against the Chargers a couple years ago.
by bamachief5558 on Dec 15, 2011 9:59 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Bring him forth!!!
He really can’t be any worse than Calabaloo.
D-Bowe says: "THAT'S MY BIKE, PUNK!!!!"
by reedeasy on Dec 15, 2011 3:06 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Talking about injuries
and answering questions. What in the world is wrong with Romeo
Men succeed when they realize that their failures are the preparation for their victories.
He'll end up playing Palko, fooling everyone
Predictions:
I'm going to stop predicting positive things
haha that would be awesome lol
Arrowhead pride addict
by groundedchevy on Dec 15, 2011 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
the chiefs brass has realized there's this thing called free speech.
will the chiefs ever draft a Qb in the first round, not since todd blackledge in 83. and the chiefs could of had marino. OH well atleast 65 toss power trap worked for KC, it should be wide open red. Hank stram still the man.
by niageriannit1 on Dec 15, 2011 4:55 PM CST up reply actions
No they are trying
to put everything the media didnt like about KC on Haley. Just like the unlocked doors to the bathroom for media? I just heard that during the McCluster interview… Really do they really think the media is that stupid to think Haley wanted the doors locked, that Haley didnt want to say anything about injuries or even answering a simple question?
The more and more I see the more I think Pioli was really trying to tank the season…
What a year! At least we have the Royals... Oh Wait!
have you ever heard this said from a chief coach,well he practice well all week, i think he's going to be apart of the right 53, and who ever gives us the best chance to win on sunday will play.
will the chiefs ever draft a Qb in the first round, not since todd blackledge in 83. and the chiefs could of had marino. OH well atleast 65 toss power trap worked for KC, it should be wide open red. Hank stram still the man.
by niageriannit1 on Dec 15, 2011 4:59 PM CST up reply actions
I thought it was his index finger, not the thumb?
Men succeed when they realize that their failures are the preparation for their victories.
yes, it's his index finger, mistype by Joel.
by oldchiefsfan on Dec 15, 2011 3:09 PM CST up reply actions
What happened to his thumb... do we have Brokie back?
and if it was his thumb originally why were they wrapping up his index finger.
Go Chiefs!!!!
What has 2 thimbs and is the starting QB for the Chiefs,
This gu… I mean not Palko
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
HaHa , I can't type might as well go home right now.
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
Yep, long week at work,
Any system that could go down did, busier than usual. Needless to say my brain is broke. Need 4 tomorrow to get here quick. LOL
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
Haha, I'm not doing any better. I misspelled your thimbs with thiimbs.
So, I probably should go home too.
Just seeing a real quarterback
at the helm for the Chiefs will be nice. I am very curious what type of effect it will have on our offense to actually have someone who has shown he can play at the NFL level quarterbacking with the receiving talent we have.
"The Hammer"
I predict a lot of dropped passes
Guys won’t be used to the ball being so close to their hands
by Chatch McNasty on Dec 15, 2011 3:47 PM CST up reply actions 4 recs
rec'd
Todd Haley lost 7 of his last 15 games by 20 or more points. It was time for him to go.
by joplin chiefs fan on Dec 15, 2011 4:11 PM CST up reply actions
It's also confusing when the ball gets to you so darn fast.
I think the Chiefs receivers were starting to get used to rainbow throws. Heck, that’s most of the reason why Palko only three 7 interceptions, because defenders kept jumping too darn soon expecting the ball to be coming at them at normal speeds.
What about Stanzi
isn’t he suppose to the next Tom Brady
by Bigcherokeechief on Dec 15, 2011 3:24 PM CST reply actions
Crap I'd take Marsha Brady,
Over Palko.
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
by dbakerku on Dec 15, 2011 3:25 PM CST up reply actions 2 recs
Stanzi
no one ever said he was the next tom brady. put down the electric koolaid.
I was disappointed when we drafted the guy,
but the Iowa fans on AP jumped all over my sh*t about it and said he was the next coming of _________________(insert name here). He has thus far proven he is not the quarterback somebody evidently thought he was as he could not even get into the game with a totally miserable Tyler Palko stinking up the field. Not having a backup quarterback behind Cassel was a major fu*k up. Whoever is responsible for that mess should be ashamed of themselves. That was non leadership at its worst.
"The Hammer"
I'm Sure
Haley would have played Orton too this week, given that he’s finally healthy and has been with the team more than 2 days, but let’s give all the credit to RAC on this one…LAME!
"played" Orton, perhaps
as the #2 after his starter, Tyler Palko, threw a couple picks and dug a hole. Stanzi would remain #3 or inactive.
Yes, lets give RAC some credit for having a sack and not simply thumbing his nose at Pioli.
It is time to anoint the Stanzi. He is The One.
What makes you think
that Stanzi should have played? Is he ready? The illustrious Tom Brady only threw three…that’s 3…passes his rookie season and only completed 1 for 6 yards. So maybe the plan all along was to let him sit and watch.
I didn't say Stanzi should have played.
If you are addressing my post…
I said Haley never indicated anything other than Tyler #1 and Orton in a back-up role. I will say that Stanzi is now more ready having taken reps with the second team and not just scout team reps, but his own admission.
Haley never put Stanzi in that position, RAC is doing it now. Perhaps RAC wants to see what he’s got before the draft in April since he wants to stay on as head coach. Evaluating talent on the roster instead of blind loyalty to certain players? Wow, not the Haley way.
It is time to anoint the Stanzi. He is The One.
Yeah
Cause RAC’s gonna have a lot of say on who they draft, right?
If he is the head coach...
… then yes, he will have say.
by bamachief5558 on Dec 15, 2011 10:11 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Haley would have played freaking Palko like he has been. Haley was being a stubborn ass, and was not playing the best player possible. Give it a rest Haley was playing Palko to apparently say up yours Scotty, but in turn he was saying that to all the fans also. I just don’t understand all the Haley love. I liked Haley at first but he was clearly a problem this year
I don't have a catchy, catch phrase.
Haley said after Orton's injury that he was not replacing Palko, he was just brining Orton in for "packages".
So Haley’s plan would be something like Jones up the middle, Jones up the middle, check down to McCluster, punt. Bring Orton in, double reverse flea flicker to Baldwin in triple coverage. Then back to Palko. Yay.
by sea_people on Dec 15, 2011 7:40 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Kyle Orton
I don’t care what happened in Chicago or Denver. Just because ya got benched for grossman and tebow, doe’snt mean your not at least an average QB.
I got faith that you can go uninjured, and lead Kc on at least 2 TD drives the rest of the way.
Kyle Orton is going to win KC the Super bowl this year.
The guy is super awesomelike. Chuck Norris approves. Meril Hodge is behind Kyle Orton also.
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
Teeebooowww!
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
Kyle Orton is very relieved that there are no University of Florida QBs on this roster.
Tebow might know Jesus, but Bill Muir is old enough to have actually babysat him in the manger.
You know
I didn’t realize that. Kyle Orton and Gator QBs get along like a horse and a glue factory. Just ask John Elway.
by Casey Byron Adkins on Dec 15, 2011 6:28 PM CST up reply actions
I really don't care if the "Orton Era" starts this weekend...
as long as the “Palko Era” ends.
The views expressed by craig in calgary do not necessarily represent the views of all Canadians.
by saskwatch on Dec 15, 2011 3:30 PM CST reply actions 4 recs
alot of bronco fans
where like this also… not caring if Tebow or Quinn played…just no more Kyle Orton playing.
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
i see you dislike Orton Alot
but is he really WORSE than palko . i mean … id play a turd over palko
With this thumb
I’ll kick your arse
In wondrous beauty, once again, shall the golden tables stand mid the grass, which the gods had owned in the days of old.
by Chiefs_Ragnarok on Dec 15, 2011 3:31 PM CST reply actions
Sad commentary on our season...
That most of us are actually excited to have Kyle Orton in as our QB.
My earliest Chiefs memories are watching guys named Dawson, Podolak, Taylor, Thomas, Bell, and Buchanan. So, yeah...I'm kind of an old fart.
I'd argue we're simpyl excited Palko won't be
But yep, not sure anyone would debate it’s a very sad season.
In wondrous beauty, once again, shall the golden tables stand mid the grass, which the gods had owned in the days of old.
by Chiefs_Ragnarok on Dec 15, 2011 3:36 PM CST up reply actions
I actually think he is a mediocre QB at best, but the sad thing is he may be the best QB we have had since Trent Green.
The views expressed by craig in calgary do not necessarily represent the views of all Canadians.
It makes up for it when we aren't talking about Todd Haley as the head coach anymore though
I'm so overrated, I'm underrated.
by RememberDelaney37 on Dec 15, 2011 3:37 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Oh and this
In wondrous beauty, once again, shall the golden tables stand mid the grass, which the gods had owned in the days of old.
by Chiefs_Ragnarok on Dec 15, 2011 3:37 PM CST up reply actions
"excited" might be a bit strong
“less depressed” works for me
It is time to anoint the Stanzi. He is The One.
Exactly
The average wrist can only take about 4 slits
In wondrous beauty, once again, shall the golden tables stand mid the grass, which the gods had owned in the days of old.
by Chiefs_Ragnarok on Dec 15, 2011 3:38 PM CST up reply actions
I'm pretty excited to see what Kyle can do.
In Denver he didn’t have all the receiving options he has here. I just wish we had an oline and a running game to go with it :(
On another note I think our first 4 rounds should be:
1. OL
2. RB
3. OL
4. TE
and depth on defense the rest of the way
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:37 PM CST reply actions
No QB? Failed draft
I'm so overrated, I'm underrated.
by RememberDelaney37 on Dec 15, 2011 3:40 PM CST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
I say we draft 5 QBs
and run the Mad Tiger Split Bone Iso formation.
And go for it on 4th down a LOT.
In wondrous beauty, once again, shall the golden tables stand mid the grass, which the gods had owned in the days of old.
by Chiefs_Ragnarok on Dec 15, 2011 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
I really want us to take a qb but we are going to be a ways away from Luck, RG3, or Barkley.
I don’t think Pioli will try to move up to take one of them. I think we are stuck with Cassel one more year unless Orton is lights out or if we can get Manning
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
hell
Pioli isnt taking a Qb early..
not until Pioli is about to be in his contract year… ta save his own ass
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
The one thing we know for sure is that we do not kow what Pioli is going to do.
People said he would never take a Safety in the top 5.
"If ifs mattered, everyone would be undefeated." Enite
Take Kellen
Moore with 4th round pick and i would be a very happy fan… except after the combines I doubt Moore will last that long.
I think this is pretty close
I’m a bit worried about an additional DT though, especially if we deal Dorsey. Also, one of these defensive depth picks HAS to be a safety.
But yeah, we clearly need a new starter (if not two) on the OL, as well as RB and TE depth.
If we rolled into next season with Cassel, Stanzi, and a truly capable veteran B/U…or even Cassel/Orton and Stanzi….I’d be fine….I think….
I guess we will need to see what we have in Powe first
But between him, Gordon, Bailey, and a late round dlinemen that can play multiple positions. I think we should be ok. We have free agency to meet some of these needs too….
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:49 PM CST up reply actions
we could use a stud ILB
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
For sure but I think we can do without for at least one more year.
Seems to be lower on the priority list then some other things. Oline, qb, rb, te, safety depth, etc. Maybe we can at least get some depth/competition at some point.
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:54 PM CST up reply actions
use some of that
30million they sitting on
meh Kyle Orton...
Bring in Stanzi, show you can develop a young QB.
Have some balls man. This is your last shot..Stanzi!
You would think they would.
Still have to get Carr signed and I guess they plan on resigning Bowe… still not sure on that one. I bet he gets the franchise tag.
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:59 PM CST up reply actions
That was before the season started
I’m assuming the massive deal they gave Hali and the very big deal they gave Flowers cut into it substantially…
I love my wife, my kids, and the Chiefs. In that order. Except on game days.
I am the Master of Hyperenthetical Asiditry (you know, like this. Only more)
I think the Hali deal was before the season
and is included in the number, but the Flowers deal isn’t. I’d assumed they were keeping that space to give Bowe & Carr front loaded deals, but maybe not.
Predictions:
I'm going to stop predicting positive things
Most are forgetting....
We still have Siler coming back next year who will provide depth/compitition at the ILB position. So I think we can do with him and Belcher for another year without spending a high pick on ILB.
by fixitquick79 on Dec 15, 2011 4:06 PM CST up reply actions
Oh yea I was going to say that.
I think we can afford to have Belcher out there especially once we get Mr. Burry back in pass coverage.
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 4:08 PM CST up reply actions
So if Kyle Orton would happen to
play pretty well during these last few games, do the Chiefs keep him? If they keep him, can Cassel beat him out to be the starter? Where does that leave Stanzi? Do we draft a quarterback this year? Some darned interesting stuff to consider.
"The Hammer"
yes we keep orton maybe a sign and trade with orton. unless we get manning i think orton got a legit shot at the qb spot next season.the problem is will pioli let it happen and have an open competition for the qb spot.
i bet on pioli ego saying no
will the chiefs ever draft a Qb in the first round, not since todd blackledge in 83. and the chiefs could of had marino. OH well atleast 65 toss power trap worked for KC, it should be wide open red. Hank stram still the man.
by niageriannit1 on Dec 15, 2011 5:08 PM CST up reply actions
I don't think we keep Orton and Cassel
Orton can start somewhere so if it’s going to be Orton he’s going to have to be money these last 3 games for us to go with him instead of Cassel. IMO
by EricBerryYoYouScary on Dec 15, 2011 3:47 PM CST reply actions
We might not have a choice. He is free to go where he wants.
They are not franchising him.
The views expressed by craig in calgary do not necessarily represent the views of all Canadians.
What happened to Orton in Denver?
It concerns me that he went from a monster QB to terrible in just a year.
Tebow is what happened to Orton in Denver.
That and the trade debacle that went down concerning him.
by oldchiefsfan on Dec 15, 2011 4:06 PM CST up reply actions
More like
4-14 in the last two years happened to Orton. Dont forget he went 1-4 with the same team that has gone 7-1 with Tebow. I really think KC fans are looking for anything to take them out of the slump we are in but people really need to lower their hopes with Orton or Stanzi… This way they wont jump off the edge if we get crushed the last 3 weeks.
What a year! At least we have the Royals... Oh Wait!
I saw a graphic posted somewhere that the last time the broncos defense played like this was 2009 and they were 6-0 with Orton during that time . Its much easier to win when your D gives up 10 points instead of 30 points
That goes for any QB ….except Palko
by Willie Beamon on Dec 15, 2011 8:33 PM CST up reply actions
just happy to hear consideration of another qb playing
i have nothing against palko as a person but during the jets game i was yelling at the tv hoping he would get hurt
I don't hope the guy gets hurt................but I understand.
"If ifs mattered, everyone would be undefeated." Enite
no we got holding #67 to save him
will the chiefs ever draft a Qb in the first round, not since todd blackledge in 83. and the chiefs could of had marino. OH well atleast 65 toss power trap worked for KC, it should be wide open red. Hank stram still the man.
by niageriannit1 on Dec 15, 2011 5:12 PM CST up reply actions
Stanzi can!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVrHZhMlsvk&feature=player_embedded
Max: Two days ago, I saw a vehicle that would haul that tanker. You want to get out of here? You talk to me.
Come on...
didnt you know he is the worst QB in the NFL!
What a year! At least we have the Royals... Oh Wait!
There was a bit on the infamous Nick Wright the other day
Something about how, out of all the QBs in the NFL who have taken more than 1000 snaps in the NFL (or thrown 1000 passes or something like that) in the past 3 years, Cassel actually was the worst out of like 22 guys in every major category.
No one has ever claimed that he’s the worst QB period, but he’s certainly towards the bottom of the list among the full-time starters
Todd Haley lost 7 of his last 15 games by 20 or more points. It was time for him to go.
by joplin chiefs fan on Dec 15, 2011 5:02 PM CST up reply actions
Dont get me wrong
I think Cassel is in the range of 18-23 when it comes to QB’s in the NFL. He can be a 12-15 with a great running game but he will NEVER win games by himself. Also Nick has a way of picking and choosing which stats he brings out about Cassel. Not that they are not true but it is usually something like “He is the worst QB in the NFL in completing passes between 25-30 yards!”
What a year! At least we have the Royals... Oh Wait!
how many holding calls for b rich on sunday
vegas has it at 3
will the chiefs ever draft a Qb in the first round, not since todd blackledge in 83. and the chiefs could of had marino. OH well atleast 65 toss power trap worked for KC, it should be wide open red. Hank stram still the man.
I'm very optimistic about this.
I think Orton can do really good things for this team and I’m glad RAC has the decency to put everything on front street with us, the fans. No more of this “we’ll play the guy that gives us the best chance to win BS;” instead, we the fans get a straight answer as to who is going to start at quarterback in advance. Orton may only put up 3 TD’s against the pack like he did when the mules played them and come out with a loss.. but i’d be fine with that as long as it’s evident we can score with the weapons we have.
Cabs are here!!
O...for Orton, Offense, & Optimism (which we have lacked all off)
I think we will actually enjoy watching #8 behind center. You got to pull for the dude for atleast 3-reasons:
1) With every good state his value goes up. We can sign him to atleast be a backup. Trading Cassel possibly. We could use him as trade bait if we resign him before the draft. Right?
2) We’ve never had a Neck Beard in K.C.
3) It will be the ultimate F.U. to Denver if Orton can torch the Broncos…It’ll be like having Eddie Kennison back (perhaps that is reaching)…I would love to see Kyle run it in for a T.D. in Denver and then drop down in a Tebowing pose before standing up pretending to scratch himself and take a pull of imaginary Tequila!!!
Who follows @KingNeckBeard (Fake Orton) on twitter? That dude is hilarious!
Clark Hunt & Pioli, get some KING KONG BALLS and move up to draft a QB in the 1st RD of the 2012 NFL Draft: RG3, Luck, Jones, or Barkley.
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