Chiefs Babb:Goff will miss remainder of season

**Tribal Warfare** · 11-12-2009, 01:25 AM

Goff will miss remainder of season
By KENT BABB
The Kansas City Star

Chiefs guard Mike Goff was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, and the shoulder injury that kept him out of Sunday’s starting lineup also will end the veteran’s season.

Kansas City signed Goff during the offseason, after he had played his first 11 seasons with Cincinnati and San Diego. Goff, 33, started the first seven games this season.

Coach Todd Haley said Wednesday that Andy Alleman probably will move into the starting role. Alleman, whom the Chiefs acquired in a trade earlier this season with Miami, started against Jacksonville.

“Andy stepped in and played, and he missed a couple of plays but fought back and finished the game strong,” Haley said. “We’ll have to carry on. Guys have to step in.

“We got him for a reason. He’s worked hard, and he’s battled some things physically, but I think he’s a tough guy who wants to play and show what he’s capable of.”

Haley said that Ike Ndukwe, who came to Kansas City in the same trade with Miami, also could play at guard. Haley said he thought that was Ndukwe’s best position, despite that he has played only tackle for the Chiefs this season. Ndukwe started three games at right tackle before being benched in favor of Ryan O’Callaghan.

“Whatever they need,” Ndukwe said. “I just want to get back on the field as soon as possible, so whatever it is.”

Rogers takes an important phone call

Linebacker Justin Rogers, whom the Chiefs re-signed to fill Goff’s roster spot, was in Basehor on a deer hunting trip Wednesday when his father called and said he was rejoining the Chiefs.

Rogers said Wednesday that he was in a tree stand and that his agent called his father to tell him the news.

“I shuffled down the tree and headed over here to practice,” Rogers said, adding that he took his dad’s call around 9:30 a.m. and drove straight to Kansas City’s practice, which began around 11 a.m.

Rogers said he had been hunting since about 5:30 a.m. and saw several deer before his phone rang.

“Drove straight here,” he said, “and suited up.”

Smith might be ready to start at running back

Haley didn’t rule out Wednesday that Kolby Smith has progressed enough from his knee injury last year that he might be able to take over the starting running back job.

“He’s worked really hard, so I wouldn’t put it past him,” Haley said. “I’m still trying to keep it within reason and not have the expectations too high and understand what the situation is. But I would say Kolby Smith is the type of guy who could surprise you.”

Jamaal Charles also could start Sunday at Oakland. Charles and Smith, along with Dantrell Savage, shared carries against Jacksonville.

Other injuries

Linebacker David Herron (knee) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice. Linebacker Jovan Belcher (head), wide receiver Chris Chambers (foot), center Wade Smith (ankle) and linebacker Mike Vrabel (hip) were limited, and free safety Jon McGraw (thigh) was a full participant.

HMc · 11-12-2009, 01:59 AM

no pro bowl for goff

InChiefsHeaven · 11-12-2009, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Rogers takes an important phone call

Linebacker Justin Rogers, whom the Chiefs re-signed to fill Goff’s roster spot, was in Basehor on a deer hunting trip Wednesday when his father called and said he was rejoining the Chiefs.

Rogers said Wednesday that he was in a tree stand and that his agent called his father to tell him the news.

“I shuffled down the tree and headed over here to practice,” Rogers said, adding that he took his dad’s call around 9:30 a.m. and drove straight to Kansas City’s practice, which began around 11 a.m.

Rogers said he had been hunting since about 5:30 a.m. and saw several deer before his phone rang.

“Drove straight here,” he said, “and suited up.”

I like this guy already. Heh.

**bevischief** · 11-12-2009, 07:05 AM

2nd best news since LJ...
Posted via Mobile Device

NY CHIEF · 11-12-2009, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HMc

no pro bowl for goff

old_geezer · 11-12-2009, 07:36 AM

Goff will miss remainder of season

I think he missed the first part too.

Fritz88 · 11-12-2009, 07:56 AM

won't be missed, at all

suds79 · 11-12-2009, 08:04 AM

Goff out for the season?

No but seriously that's got to be the last time we ever see him in a Chiefs uniform right? He's been a complete bust as a FA pickup.

Egg on Pioli's face on that one.

CHIEFS58 · 11-12-2009, 08:06 AM

Thank God.

KcKing · 11-12-2009, 10:02 AM

I'm sure he'll do alright missing the rest of the season, he's been missing blocks thus far anyway, so he's got a lot of practice.
Posted via Mobile Device

Delano · 11-12-2009, 10:09 AM

I'd much rather see Darryl Harris on the roster.

It is too bad Colin Brown is on IR or maybe he'd get some experience at this point.

TheGuardian · 11-12-2009, 10:28 AM

Praise the Lord. Now we can only get someone to take out Niswanger we'll be able to run and pass protect like a real NFL team.

DMAC · 11-12-2009, 10:34 AM

I'm ordering this...

http://www.cafepress.com/+hooded_sweatshirt,161443765

Fish · 11-12-2009, 10:36 AM

chiefsfan4life1978 · 11-12-2009, 11:45 AM

Is there anyone that can help me understand why the Chiefs would replace Goff's roster spot with a linebacker and not a safety or another o-lineman? Even if it's another Patriots reject, wouldn't we be better off trying out someone at one of those two positions? If we are gonna sign Patriots rejects off the street, shouldn't it atleast be a position of need?

11-12-2009, 01:25 AM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-2847187	Babb:Goff will miss remainder of season Goff will miss remainder of season By KENT BABB The Kansas City Star Chiefs guard Mike Goff was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, and the shoulder injury that kept him out of Sunday’s starting lineup also will end the veteran’s season. Kansas City signed Goff during the offseason, after he had played his first 11 seasons with Cincinnati and San Diego. Goff, 33, started the first seven games this season. Coach Todd Haley said Wednesday that Andy Alleman probably will move into the starting role. Alleman, whom the Chiefs acquired in a trade earlier this season with Miami, started against Jacksonville. “Andy stepped in and played, and he missed a couple of plays but fought back and finished the game strong,” Haley said. “We’ll have to carry on. Guys have to step in. “We got him for a reason. He’s worked hard, and he’s battled some things physically, but I think he’s a tough guy who wants to play and show what he’s capable of.” Haley said that Ike Ndukwe, who came to Kansas City in the same trade with Miami, also could play at guard. Haley said he thought that was Ndukwe’s best position, despite that he has played only tackle for the Chiefs this season. Ndukwe started three games at right tackle before being benched in favor of Ryan O’Callaghan. “Whatever they need,” Ndukwe said. “I just want to get back on the field as soon as possible, so whatever it is.” Rogers takes an important phone call Linebacker Justin Rogers, whom the Chiefs re-signed to fill Goff’s roster spot, was in Basehor on a deer hunting trip Wednesday when his father called and said he was rejoining the Chiefs. Rogers said Wednesday that he was in a tree stand and that his agent called his father to tell him the news. “I shuffled down the tree and headed over here to practice,” Rogers said, adding that he took his dad’s call around 9:30 a.m. and drove straight to Kansas City’s practice, which began around 11 a.m. Rogers said he had been hunting since about 5:30 a.m. and saw several deer before his phone rang. “Drove straight here,” he said, “and suited up.” Smith might be ready to start at running back Haley didn’t rule out Wednesday that Kolby Smith has progressed enough from his knee injury last year that he might be able to take over the starting running back job. “He’s worked really hard, so I wouldn’t put it past him,” Haley said. “I’m still trying to keep it within reason and not have the expectations too high and understand what the situation is. But I would say Kolby Smith is the type of guy who could surprise you.” Jamaal Charles also could start Sunday at Oakland. Charles and Smith, along with Dantrell Savage, shared carries against Jacksonville. Other injuries Linebacker David Herron (knee) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice. Linebacker Jovan Belcher (head), wide receiver Chris Chambers (foot), center Wade Smith (ankle) and linebacker Mike Vrabel (hip) were limited, and free safety Jon McGraw (thigh) was a full participant.
Posts: 43,436

11-12-2009, 01:59 AM	#2
HMc from the very deep south. Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Sydney, Australia. Casino cash: $9944900	no pro bowl for goff
Posts: 2,792

11-12-2009, 07:05 AM	#4
bevischief .... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somewhere Kansas Casino cash: $7739352 VARSITY	2nd best news since LJ... Posted via Mobile Device
Posts: 27,771

11-12-2009, 07:36 AM	#6
old_geezer bite me Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Windsor, Mo. Casino cash: $-2265262	Goff will miss remainder of season I think he missed the first part too. __________________ If you can see Chuck Norris, he can see you. If you can't see Chuck Norris you may be only seconds away from death.
Posts: 2,193

11-12-2009, 07:56 AM	#7
Fritz88 Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Casino cash: $8505943	won't be missed, at all
Posts: 12,706

11-12-2009, 08:04 AM	#8
suds79 MVP Join Date: Sep 2000 Casino cash: $10005036	Goff out for the season? No but seriously that's got to be the last time we ever see him in a Chiefs uniform right? He's been a complete bust as a FA pickup. Egg on Pioli's face on that one.
Posts: 5,747

11-12-2009, 08:06 AM	#9
CHIEFS58 Smoke a turd. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Western North Carolina Casino cash: $10004930	Thank God.
Posts: 2,217

11-12-2009, 10:02 AM	#10
KcKing Starter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Olathe KS Casino cash: $10004900	I'm sure he'll do alright missing the rest of the season, he's been missing blocks thus far anyway, so he's got a lot of practice. Posted via Mobile Device
Posts: 686

11-12-2009, 10:09 AM	#11
Delano [b]Supporter[/b] Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: A Hypnagogic Landscape Casino cash: $7715015	I'd much rather see Darryl Harris on the roster. It is too bad Colin Brown is on IR or maybe he'd get some experience at this point.
Posts: 13,017

11-12-2009, 10:28 AM	#12
TheGuardian MVP Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $6315299	Praise the Lord. Now we can only get someone to take out Niswanger we'll be able to run and pass protect like a real NFL team.
Posts: 9,561

11-12-2009, 10:34 AM	#13
DMAC MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Springfield, MO Casino cash: $10008735	I'm ordering this... http://www.cafepress.com/+hooded_sweatshirt,161443765
Posts: 11,651

11-12-2009, 10:36 AM	#14
Fish Ain't no relax! Join Date: Sep 2005 Casino cash: $-1301081	__________________
Posts: 48,826

11-12-2009, 11:45 AM	#15
chiefsfan4life1978 Be Humble...Be Humble... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Lees Summit Casino cash: $10004904	Is there anyone that can help me understand why the Chiefs would replace Goff's roster spot with a linebacker and not a safety or another o-lineman? Even if it's another Patriots reject, wouldn't we be better off trying out someone at one of those two positions? If we are gonna sign Patriots rejects off the street, shouldn't it atleast be a position of need?
Posts: 167