Third Straight Year Of 'Let's Move Branden Albert And Draft A Tackle'
If you've seen me or someone else writing a story during the run up to the 2011 NFL draft suggesting the Kansas City Chiefs draft an offensive tackle then it's probably a familiar story. That's because it seems every year we talk about the Chiefs replacing LT Branden Albert and moving him to guard or right tackle.
To prove this, I went back into our archives and checked out a few stories we had during draft week that advocate the Chiefs drafting an offensive tackle.
The first one is from April 21, 2009.
"It's time to get back to that style of play. Jason Smith should be the favorite and he can be a dominant left tackle," former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden told me in a conference call with the NFL Networktoday.
I've been advocating drafting left tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs for a little while now. Moving Branden Albert to right tackle, selecting Smith with the third overall pick and establishing book end tackles will go a long way to improving the Chiefs' longevity on offense.
The second one is Mike Mayock from April 21, 2010.
I think if Kansas City got the left tackle they wanted, that would really help their entire offensive line. They could kick Branden Albert over to guard or right tackle. Kick Brian Water into center. I think they are a better team with a new left tackle, offensively.
And to complete the trifecta, I wrote a story on April 21 of this year looking at the Chiefs offensive tackle options.
So an offensive tackle for the Chiefs?
We've heard that before.
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The argument this year
Seems to be more about just drafting a right tackle as opposed to moving Albert.
This seems to be a weak tackle class
Without any sure-fire day 1 one starters like Jake Long or Joe Thomas, just a couple of guys who might develop into good left tackles (Tyron Smith, Nate Solder) and a couple good RT prospects
Going tackle would get a ‘meh’ from me
If we went tackle in 1st
I think Gabe Carimi would be an excellent choice and would be a great tackle
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Am I the only one...
Who thinks that Albert is not only serviceable but actually pretty good? Think about the progress he’s made and how good our line was last year compared to 2009. Let’s draft elsewhere.
by Djpress on Apr 25, 2011 11:09 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Completely agree
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by ChiefWarPaint on Apr 25, 2011 11:29 AM CDT up reply actions
Agreed!
Why is this always the story? Who really thinks Pioli is going to wait three years to draft a LT? We all know he is a better evaluator than that!
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by florida chief on Apr 25, 2011 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions
No tackle in this year's class is a superior player at LT
Albert was a freak like Mike Iupati last year whom both have the skillset and talent to play G or T. Essentially all of the 1st round tackle’s in this year’s class are looked at as definite RT’s with potential to play the blind side. The last two year’s draft classes have had sure-fire LT’s and since we didn’t draft any then we can’t this year. If our 21st pick is spent on a tackle it will be for the right side
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by KansasCityShuffle on Apr 25, 2011 11:12 AM CDT reply actions
And I'm not crazy about any of them
I have zero problem continuing to build the offensive line, but Jamaal still did pretty damn good playing behind Richardson last season. None of these offensive tackles look sexy to me, even at #21. I’d much rather have Pioli continue to build on the other side of the ball. Ayers, DJ, and Berry would be 3 defenders I think you’d have to gameplan for
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by KansasCityShuffle on Apr 25, 2011 11:17 AM CDT up reply actions
Our off-tackle run game was very good
Our inside run game on 3rd and 1 was not good…actually, it was terrible. The best rushing team in the league should not have to think twice about calling a running play on 3rd and one foot.
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by PVChiefsfan on Apr 25, 2011 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Weigmann shoulda/woulda/coulda had a Boost.
All age jokes aside, he just wore out by the end of last year—and neither he nor Lilja are stout, man-to-man types. 288 in August = a lot less than that, literally and figuratively, by season’s end.
More depth/talent at C and G please.
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-Marty Schottenheimer
by go_saleaumua on Apr 26, 2011 12:19 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm of the opinion that he is our left tackle now and for the future
He had a quiet season which is what you want out of a tackle. I felt like where we struggled on the O-line last season is when we were clearly outmatched by the other team on the interior positions. I think we need to just leave him there and move on.
How can I find individual sacks allowed for last season?
I’ve always felt Albert was a good run blocker, but wasn’t sure as a pass blocker. If I could see stats to show me he’s at least average in not allowing sacks, I’m on board the “no need for an LT” train.
Chiefs allowed 29 sacks last year
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by Steve_Chiefs on Apr 25, 2011 11:36 AM CDT up reply actions
In 2009 I believe he had 6 total sacks allowed.
2010 was less…
Go Chiefs!!!!
Found some more info
http://www.aolnews.com/2011/01/01/oline-em-up-falcons-sam-baker-struggles/
as of 1/1/2011
Chiefs Branden Albert 5.5 3.2
Chiefs Barry Richardson 3 3.95
Chiefs Casey Wiegmann 1 3
Chiefs Leonard Pope 1 2.9
Chiefs Ryan Lilja 1 3.2
Chiefs Thomas Jones 0.5 2.5
Chiefs Tony Moeaki 0.5 2.9
"Hair cut time.''
by Steve_Chiefs on Apr 25, 2011 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
Reply fail.
Actually, now I’m wondering why we want a new OT at all. Albert’s numbers are very good and Richardson’s are even better (granted, he’s on the right side).
The only thing statistically is that appears to add up to 12.5 sacks… so what would the rest be? (pardon my ignorance if this is already common knowledge)
by u2nspenserfan on Apr 25, 2011 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions
QB holding the ball to long
or QB running instead of throwing.
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by ChiefWarPaint on Apr 25, 2011 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm guessing out of pocket(running)
Because I think the common over/under for sacks is 3 seconds and many of these averages are over that.
That makes sense though, thanks.
by u2nspenserfan on Apr 25, 2011 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Not to start. I like Albert. Number one rushing offense in the league isn’t a coincidence.
by danmang on Apr 25, 2011 11:26 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Jason Smith
I’m glad we didn’t draft J.Smith he didn’t even start the whole season. Came to camp late cause he wanted more money. when he did get sign he came in fat & out of shape, & didn’t get along with team mates…
by Chieffanndonkeyland on Apr 25, 2011 11:40 AM CDT reply actions
Now he's a RT
SMH
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by ChiefWarPaint on Apr 25, 2011 11:41 AM CDT up reply actions
Agreed.
They’ve already moved Smith to the right side. Roger Saffold (a 2nd rd pick last year) is holding down the left side.
Allow Albert to improve and to echo some others above, keep building the defensive side of the ball.
by bobby sippio! on Apr 25, 2011 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
Maybe you're thinking of Andre Smith.
Can’t remember Jason Smith ever coming to camp out of shape or not getting along with teammates.
Every year they say the same thing
And every year they get it wrong, when will they learn.
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Cassel did a MUCH better job of this in 2010
was one of the biggest reasons for a decline in sacks
Prediction: KC will not draft a LB before the 3rd round
by stagdsp on Apr 25, 2011 11:48 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
True overall
Although if you look at those stats, and some posted a month or two back, most of his sacks came when he held onto the ball more than 3 seconds. It shows that our line is pretty good at protecting for a normal amount of time, and when he gets sacked, for the most part, is when he falls back into holding onto the ball too long.
by u2nspenserfan on Apr 25, 2011 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions
face palm
Again, I say, this argument is pretty dumb and played out.
The question is more about Richardson… if they are happy with him, KC doesn’t need an OT early in the draft.
If they aren’t happy with Richardson, draft a guy that can start at RT from day one.
Ideally, that draft pick could be a guy that could develop into a LT, so there is some depth/competition on the line.
if someday, someone beats Albert out of the LT spot, then that’s great.
but, I don’t think he’s where I’d start if I wanted to immediately replace a starter.
the only starters that REALLY need replaced are: Chris Chambers, Ron Edwards and Mike Vrabel
Prediction: KC will not draft a LB before the 3rd round
Don't forget Wiegmann
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by ChiefWarPaint on Apr 25, 2011 11:52 AM CDT up reply actions
I wouldn't be upset if he started again this year
but, yeah, he’s the next on this list
Prediction: KC will not draft a LB before the 3rd round
Reply fail again.
Is there a reason Asamoah isn’t being considered as a this-year replacement for center? Do we think he’s not ready? Is he penciled in at RG? I had Lilja still there in my head… he’s only 30.
by u2nspenserfan on Apr 25, 2011 12:05 PM CDT up reply actions
I think it's possible Asamoah IS being penciled in at Center
I have no doubt he can be a starter at C or G in 2011
Prediction: KC will not draft a LB before the 3rd round
Dammit.
You guys keep bringing up valid points that sabotage my carefully crafted mock drafts. Quit it! :-)
by u2nspenserfan on Apr 25, 2011 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions
yeah, I really dislike the "move albert to guard or RT" argument
saw walter football saying we take carimi and carimi will sit a year…..yeah…what the heck does that do for this team?
Team Pioli/Haley. Decade of the Chiefs.
Team Colquitt
I do agree it is weak draft class, but I think Gabe Carimi is a long time All-Pro RT. He is a very good tackle, but just doesn’t have the overall top level athletic ability to be a top notch LT. RT he is more than great and a tremendous run-blocker. At the #21 spot, Carimi is of great value. Some of the other guys being mentioned are more like LT’s, but I don’t think any of them are even as good as Branden Albert at LT.
Carimi
I think has the potential and can be one of the best/elite T’s in the NFL in the future
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We dont need to be drafting a RT @ 21 this Thursday night..
I would be upset if we did!
My 'kick ass' draft..
(21) Akeem Ayers OLB UCLA
(55) Jerrell Powe NT Ole Miss
(86) Edmund Gates WR Abl. Christ.
(118) Jake Kirkpatrick C TCU
(135) Owen Marecic FB Stanford
(139) Pat Devlin QB Delaware
(199) Kealoha Pilares WR Hawaii
(223) Lee Smith TE Marshall
by chiefsfan62 on Apr 25, 2011 1:50 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Let the perception be that wee need to draft a T
So nobody will try to trade up and take guys that we really do want
Mooooooooooo
I say bring on the beef. We got manhandled by the Raiders and Ravens last year. We didn’t give up a lot of sacks but Cassell didn’t take a lot of time. The routes were designed to get the ball out fast. I would not be upset with Carimi but would prefer an OLB with our first pick. And we absolutely need interior line help, even if Asomoah starts at C next year. Where is the back up?
Also In my opinion we definetely need a big boy for the NT position. I watched some of the plays last year, and often times the Center, all by himself would push Ron out of the middle and leave a huge hole for the running back. Sometimes the guard would even sprint to the Linebacker. I am a little elementary at the 3-4 but I think whats most important for a nose is just to hold his ground and tackle whoever runs up the middle correct? Ron does not do well at this. However, again, NT is not worth a 1st rounder to me.
Pick 21: OLB Justin Houston
Pick 30: C Rodney Hudson
Pick 86: NT Kenrick Ellis. (Ellis in the 3rd = Taylor in the 1st + 1st round pick).
Problems solved. Please forget about Phil Taylor.

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