Chiefs Crennel: Orton Should be Starting QB in 2012 if He Wins Final 2 Games

**doomy3** · 12-20-2011, 11:19 AM

This could very well be a repost, so I apologize in advance if it is. I didn't see it anywhere on the first page unless it's mixed in on another thread. Pretty interesting that Crennel has come out and said this already IMO.

Interim coach Romeo Crennel said Kyle Orton should be the Chiefs' 2012 starter if he wins the final two games.
There's a ton of uncertainty in Kansas City, so Crennel is getting way ahead of himself here. He's no lock to get the head coaching job, Orton is an impending free agent, and Matt Cassel is under contract through 2014. Still, Orton may truly be a better option than Cassel. The Chiefs would be foolish not to at least consider using him as a "bridge" to a rookie quarterback they might draft in April. Dec 20 - 8:59 AM
Source: Kansas City Star

http://dev.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/3214/kyle-orton

Pasta Little Brioni · 12-20-2011, 11:20 AM

Read it in another thread, but it's definately worth it's own

Micjones · 12-20-2011, 11:21 AM

I tend to agree. Draft his successor in April and give the kid time to sit and learn.

Mr_Tomahawk · 12-20-2011, 11:21 AM

I am all about the final sentence in that paragraph.

htismaqe · 12-20-2011, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by PGM

Read it in another thread, but it's definately worth it's own

This.

ReynardMuldrake · 12-20-2011, 11:22 AM

I have no problem with that, IF we go ahead and draft another QB as well. NOBODY expected us to win the last three games.

King_Chief_Fan · 12-20-2011, 11:23 AM

If Chiefs keep Orton, Cassel and Stanzi, there needs to be a situation where the best QB is the starter next year. Competition in camp for the starting QB. I know for certain that would not be Cassel and all of Chiefs nation needs to be heard if Cassel is starting QB next year.

**doomy3** · 12-20-2011, 11:23 AM

It's interesting that this is gaining some traction both nationally and locally. These last two games are very winnable games. If Orton wins these two games, it will really put some pressure on Pioli to make this decision I think.

Reerun_KC · 12-20-2011, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

I tend to agree. Draft his successor in April and give the kid time to sit and learn.

Is this in the groom a qb handbook or something?

Why do they always have to sit and learn?

FringeNC · 12-20-2011, 11:24 AM

Obviously, Crennel knows the job is a lost cause if Cassel is the starter.

jd1020 · 12-20-2011, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

Is this in the groom a qb handbook or something?

Why do they always have to sit and learn?

Why, in KC, do they always have to start day 1?

**luv** · 12-20-2011, 11:26 AM

So, if Orton starts, we have to keep Cassel, and we draft a QB in April, then we can dump Palko (thank goodness) and drop Stanzi. I really wish we could have seen a bit more of Stanzi this year.

**doomy3** · 12-20-2011, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jd1020

Why, in KC, do they always have to start day 1?

It's in Reerun's groom a qb handbook.

Pasta Little Brioni · 12-20-2011, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

Is this in the groom a qb handbook or something?

Why do they always have to sit and learn?

Orton can show em the ropes on the best way to down a fifth of jack. Stanzi's already showing promise!!

Chiefnj2 · 12-20-2011, 11:27 AM

Here is the exact quote that everyone is running with:

On his confidence in using Orton for the long term: “For the next few weeks I’m going to be pretty confident. If we win these next few games with him and he continues to play like he did today, then you might have to say that. You see what kind of production a player has and then you make a determination whether that production will continue and if you want that type of player on your team. So if he continues to do what he did today, then I would say, ‘Yes.’”

12-20-2011, 11:19 AM
doomy3 Supporter Join Date: Aug 2005 Casino cash: $5223539	Crennel: Orton Should be Starting QB in 2012 if He Wins Final 2 Games This could very well be a repost, so I apologize in advance if it is. I didn't see it anywhere on the first page unless it's mixed in on another thread. Pretty interesting that Crennel has come out and said this already IMO. Interim coach Romeo Crennel said Kyle Orton should be the Chiefs' 2012 starter if he wins the final two games. There's a ton of uncertainty in Kansas City, so Crennel is getting way ahead of himself here. He's no lock to get the head coaching job, Orton is an impending free agent, and Matt Cassel is under contract through 2014. Still, Orton may truly be a better option than Cassel. The Chiefs would be foolish not to at least consider using him as a "bridge" to a rookie quarterback they might draft in April. Dec 20 - 8:59 AM Source: Kansas City Star http://dev.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/3214/kyle-orton
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King_Chief_Fan Praise Him Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: none ya Casino cash: $5875486	If Chiefs keep Orton, Cassel and Stanzi, there needs to be a situation where the best QB is the starter next year. Competition in camp for the starting QB. I know for certain that would not be Cassel and all of Chiefs nation needs to be heard if Cassel is starting QB next year.
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FringeNC MVP Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: NC Casino cash: $1566014	Obviously, Crennel knows the job is a lost cause if Cassel is the starter.
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luv MY LITTLE #15 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Springfield, MO Casino cash: $6099600	So, if Orton starts, we have to keep Cassel, and we draft a QB in April, then we can dump Palko (thank goodness) and drop Stanzi. I really wish we could have seen a bit more of Stanzi this year.
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12-20-2011, 11:27 AM	#15
Chiefnj2 In Search of a Life Join Date: Mar 2007 Casino cash: $7833688	Here is the exact quote that everyone is running with: On his confidence in using Orton for the long term: “For the next few weeks I’m going to be pretty confident. If we win these next few games with him and he continues to play like he did today, then you might have to say that. You see what kind of production a player has and then you make a determination whether that production will continue and if you want that type of player on your team. So if he continues to do what he did today, then I would say, ‘Yes.’” __________________ Mismanaging the clock.
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