Chiefs KC's defense getting an attitude adjustment - Page 4

Hammock Parties · 05-08-2008, 10:56 AM

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Shortly after the Chiefs selected Dwayne Bowe last year, Herm Edwards addressed the media about his team’s first-round pick.

"He brings energy," the head coach said of his new receiver. "He brings a lot of energy when you watch him play. You need that."

For fans who weren’t familiar with Bowe’s career at LSU, a quote like that probably didn’t offer much insight. Energy? Don’t most players play with energy? After all, it’s not often that you see a receiver stretching and yawning at the line of scrimmage before slowly jogging along his route.

But after a season of watching Bowe on the field, Edwards' words now make plenty of sense. Instead of saying "energy", he could have just as easily said "swagger," or maybe even "attitude." Bowe plays with a noticeable sense of confidence, a trait that’s found in many of the league’s best receivers.

Rather than being a selfish "me-first" type of player, however, Bowe’s attitude seems like the kind of thing that can permeate throughout the team. In crunch time, the confident swagger he plays with could end up giving his teammates a lift.

Last season, even through the dark cloud of misery that hung over Kansas City's offense, we all saw the kind of impact a talented, self-assured player like Bowe can have - and he’s just one person. How would the Chiefs’ offense look with three players like Bowe on the field at any given time?

Well, it may take a while before we get the answer to that specific question. But on the other side of the ball, the answers may be coming much faster.

Somewhat lost in all the excitement surrounding Kansas City’s recent draft was the profile of several players the Chiefs added. Specifically, the first three defensive picks: Glenn Dorsey, Brandon Flowers, and DaJuan Morgan.

A model citizen off the field, Dorsey plays with a certain attitude that the Chiefs have been lacking on defense for years. He’s a leader – some pre-draft reports likened his fiery leadership to that of Ray Lewis – and, like his former LSU teammate Bowe, he has the confidence of a winner.

The Tigers have averaged just over two losses a season in the past four years, and Dorsey himself was the team captain of the defending national champions.

In terms of playing with "energy," Flowers may become the Dwayne Bowe of the defense. Watch any highlight package of the Chiefs’ second-round pick and you’ll come away with an immediate sense of the sort of attitude he can bring. Flowers’ confidence and his hard-hitting style make him exactly the kind of player who can help bring back the swagger to the Chiefs’ defensive unit.

And speaking of swagger, one of the most cited criticisms of third-round pick DaJuan Morgan was that he may have played with too much of it. His frequent celebrations after making big plays brought up questions about his attitude and maturity, though he was still considered one of the top safeties in the 2008 class.

With these three players on the field at once, KC's defense won't lack in leadership, toughness, or attitude. And as Edwards works to bring an identity back to that side of the ball, it’s not a coincidence that he’s begun drafting the types of players who can bring those traits to a team.

The Chiefs used to have a defense that struck fear into opponents, the sort of defense that punched you in the face and then talked trash while you sulked away. With the additions he’s made this year, it’s clear Edwards is working to bring that same attitude back to the Chiefs.

ChiefRon · 05-08-2008, 09:29 PM

We need swagger, but most importantly we need production.

Herm is building this thing with young players with good character and strong work ethic, and confidence / swagger is a nice bonus.

The question is whether this translates into production on the field.

BigRock · 05-08-2008, 10:11 PM

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NO STRAP WHEN I COME THROUGH
CHAIN HANGIN' LIKE ALA BABA
KNOW ME, YOU KNOW HOW I DO

THE WAY THAT I MOVE
YOU NEVER GONNA GET IT
'CAUSE I'M TOO SMOOTH
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I THOUGHT YOU KNEW
YOU NEVER GONNA GET IT
YOU AIN'T GOT A CLUE
YOU NEVER GONNA GET IT

Mr. Laz · 05-08-2008, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by KcMizzou

That's not unique to the Chiefs... at all.

If your team (in any sport) was mediocre or worse the season before... you're gonna hear these things. Makes it impossible to believe any of it until you see it on the field.

doesn't matter what other teams say or do. we cant trust virtually anything we hear coming from the chiefs .... they shovel BS out of the PR dept at 1 arrowhead drive with a freaking backhoe

T-post Tom · 05-08-2008, 10:27 PM

Maybe Herm could hire Bennie Thompson to coach "the fire hydrant" and other post tackle celebrations.

**KcMizzou** · 05-08-2008, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by T-post Tom

Maybe Herm could hire Bennie Thompson to coach "the fire hydrant" and other post tackle celebrations.

You've gotta be a bit "old school" to remember that.

Huffman83 · 05-08-2008, 11:27 PM

I forgot all about Bennie Thompson...And honestly the only thing I remember about him was his wife and kid were shot.

It's funny the things you remember from when you were 9.

TEX · 05-09-2008, 06:38 AM

Whatever! - Our Defense still $ucks, especially against the run, and now so does our offense. I'll believe it when I see it.

Reerun_KC · 05-09-2008, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by KcMizzou

You've gotta be a bit "old school" to remember that.

Monday Night at Arrowhead against Green Bay...

Chief Faithful · 05-09-2008, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by TEX

Whatever! - Our Defense still $ucks, especially against the run, and now so does our offense. I'll believe it when I see it.

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Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $4170478	KC's defense getting an attitude adjustment http://kan.scout.com/2/753207.html Shortly after the Chiefs selected Dwayne Bowe last year, Herm Edwards addressed the media about his team’s first-round pick. "He brings energy," the head coach said of his new receiver. "He brings a lot of energy when you watch him play. You need that." For fans who weren’t familiar with Bowe’s career at LSU, a quote like that probably didn’t offer much insight. Energy? Don’t most players play with energy? After all, it’s not often that you see a receiver stretching and yawning at the line of scrimmage before slowly jogging along his route. But after a season of watching Bowe on the field, Edwards' words now make plenty of sense. Instead of saying "energy", he could have just as easily said "swagger," or maybe even "attitude." Bowe plays with a noticeable sense of confidence, a trait that’s found in many of the league’s best receivers. Rather than being a selfish "me-first" type of player, however, Bowe’s attitude seems like the kind of thing that can permeate throughout the team. In crunch time, the confident swagger he plays with could end up giving his teammates a lift. Last season, even through the dark cloud of misery that hung over Kansas City's offense, we all saw the kind of impact a talented, self-assured player like Bowe can have - and he’s just one person. How would the Chiefs’ offense look with three players like Bowe on the field at any given time? Well, it may take a while before we get the answer to that specific question. But on the other side of the ball, the answers may be coming much faster. Somewhat lost in all the excitement surrounding Kansas City’s recent draft was the profile of several players the Chiefs added. Specifically, the first three defensive picks: Glenn Dorsey, Brandon Flowers, and DaJuan Morgan. A model citizen off the field, Dorsey plays with a certain attitude that the Chiefs have been lacking on defense for years. He’s a leader – some pre-draft reports likened his fiery leadership to that of Ray Lewis – and, like his former LSU teammate Bowe, he has the confidence of a winner. The Tigers have averaged just over two losses a season in the past four years, and Dorsey himself was the team captain of the defending national champions. In terms of playing with "energy," Flowers may become the Dwayne Bowe of the defense. Watch any highlight package of the Chiefs’ second-round pick and you’ll come away with an immediate sense of the sort of attitude he can bring. Flowers’ confidence and his hard-hitting style make him exactly the kind of player who can help bring back the swagger to the Chiefs’ defensive unit. And speaking of swagger, one of the most cited criticisms of third-round pick DaJuan Morgan was that he may have played with too much of it. His frequent celebrations after making big plays brought up questions about his attitude and maturity, though he was still considered one of the top safeties in the 2008 class. With these three players on the field at once, KC's defense won't lack in leadership, toughness, or attitude. And as Edwards works to bring an identity back to that side of the ball, it’s not a coincidence that he’s begun drafting the types of players who can bring those traits to a team. The Chiefs used to have a defense that struck fear into opponents, the sort of defense that punched you in the face and then talked trash while you sulked away. With the additions he’s made this year, it’s clear Edwards is working to bring that same attitude back to the Chiefs.
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