Does Trent Richardson fit with the Chiefs?

Bill Williamson discussing the possibility of the Chiefs drafting Trent Richardson at 11/12. Thoughts?

4 months ago cheapham 26 comments 0 recs |

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This was discussed somewhat in

a thread yesterday, and the comment about me losing my mind notwithstanding, I speculated about just such a possibility. I said if Richardson fell to number 11 and the Chiefs did not trade down in order to get more picks, Richardson will be the man as the best available player. This would make Kansas City’s running game an absolute juggernaut. I would be absolutely okay with that scenario.

"The Hammer"

by G.L. on Jan 19, 2012 11:45 AM CST reply actions

UH Let Me Think

………………..NOOOOOOO

I may live amongst cheeseheads but I still bleed red! GO CHIEFS

by milwaukeechief on Jan 19, 2012 11:46 AM CST reply actions

If you can bring in some OL FA's

I’m all for Richardson. Cassel is going to need all the ground support he can get.

by Chiefs447 on Jan 19, 2012 11:50 AM CST reply actions

I see it the same

If they can make some solid FA moves in terms of the line, then I could see this happening and support it wholeheartedly.

That said…if they are unable to bring in immediate starters through FA on the OLine, they HAVE to beef up the line with this pick.

by cheapham on Jan 19, 2012 11:52 AM CST up reply actions

As noted.

by Mr.Pibbs on Jan 19, 2012 12:05 PM CST up reply actions

Yea I feel like we need a new LG and RT

We can surely address this in FA or the second round even.

Albert, FA(2nd rd pick), Hudson, Lilja, FA(2nd rd pick).

by Chiefs447 on Jan 19, 2012 12:28 PM CST up reply actions

asamoah?

I think the new G would replace Lilja either immediately or in the future. Asamoah seems set.

by cheapham on Jan 19, 2012 12:31 PM CST up reply actions

Ha, forgot about that guy

Probably cause he’s so good you never hear about him. I agree with you though. I don’t know if Lilja regressed because he moved to the left side or if he just sucks. I’m kind of leaning towards the latter.

by Chiefs447 on Jan 19, 2012 12:37 PM CST up reply actions

Both Casey and Lilja regressed, was more noticable with those two right next to eachother

I don't start arguments, I provoke thinking. -Me
Alameda Ta’amu NT/DE 2012 Draftee

by BAMFSpecialOps on Jan 19, 2012 12:48 PM CST up reply actions

Ugh

Weigmann was TERRIBLE. He couldn’t keep from getting pushed back a yard or two every rush play.

by Chiefs447 on Jan 19, 2012 1:39 PM CST up reply actions

You noticed them more this year than last due to the decline from both

It’s like when BRich is left alone.. he always stands out for his crappy play but when he has help the job can usually be done well enough

I don't start arguments, I provoke thinking. -Me
Alameda Ta’amu NT/DE 2012 Draftee

by BAMFSpecialOps on Jan 19, 2012 2:59 PM CST up reply actions

Need a line that can open holes for him

otherwise a waste

Uhhh...I hate looking at the 1983 Draft and seeing 2 HOF'ers picked after our washed up QB pick.

by Ren on Jan 19, 2012 12:07 PM CST reply actions

The pick would not be a future waste.

I was once fired from a job two days after I waited on Matt Cassel and his wife Lauren Killian. Totally my AP moment to remember. Unfortunately also one of my stupidest moments.

by Chiefs_swagger on Jan 19, 2012 12:12 PM CST up reply actions

Hmmm....

Hypothetically, we could run the ball 40 times a game and pass 15-20, minimizing Cassel’s need to carry the team…could work.

by oof46 on Jan 19, 2012 12:28 PM CST reply actions

Not with Cassel.

by Mr.Pibbs on Jan 19, 2012 1:11 PM CST up reply actions

never thought of it that way

i would still like a PA QB.. Someone like Orton?

by Kcbiggyblue on Jan 19, 2012 1:13 PM CST up reply actions

The Chiefs led the league in rushing last year with Jamaal

and a fading Thomas Jones. Just think what we could be like Richardson and Charles! Of course the Chiefs are going to have to address the weak spots on the o-line, but I am sure the front office is aware of that. I don’t care what anybody says, that could be a very beneficial choice for the Chiefs.

"The Hammer"

by G.L. on Jan 19, 2012 12:41 PM CST reply actions

Or you could trade back, take Miller who is a better ZBS fit

I don't start arguments, I provoke thinking. -Me
Alameda Ta’amu NT/DE 2012 Draftee

by BAMFSpecialOps on Jan 19, 2012 12:51 PM CST up reply actions

I am not against trading down for more picks.

If a team wants a player at number 11 and they want to make an attractive trade up with the Chiefs, so much the better.

"The Hammer"

by G.L. on Jan 19, 2012 1:09 PM CST up reply actions

Chiefs need to rely on a strong running game, but

without the threat of a passing game, defenses just stack the box. We have the threat on the outside. We need to elevate the offensive line with some bigger bodies, more atheletic lineman also. Good protection for a passing game, a few bigger/stronger lineman to elevate the running game, and then a back that can compliment Charles well. That takes us away from being one dimensional, which will then allow us to run the football. Balance is the key.

by swmochiefan on Jan 19, 2012 1:42 PM CST reply actions

Teams are going to stack the box anyway

With cassell at qb. However,if we can grab DeCastro first, and Polk in the 2nd I feel we can impose are will in the run game. Add say a Bobby Massie in the 3rd at RT,and nt Paul Soliai in free agency, & I for one will feel pretty good about this team heading into next season.. Trading up for Rg3 being best case scenerio :)

GIVE JAMAAL THE DAMN BALL!!!!!

by chief913-816 on Jan 19, 2012 2:25 PM CST via mobile up reply actions