Chiefs Here's another big reason why the Chiefs should re-sign Tamba Hali - Page 2

malachi47000 · 01-24-2011, 12:11 PM

Chiefs outside linebacker Tamba Hali asked me not to repeat it. Not yet, anyway.

It was early December, and I was interviewing Hali for a Sunday story about his background, contract situation and ability to stay quiet through adverse conditions. Toward the end of the conversation, he mentioned that he had been injured all season.

How badly?

He pointed to his right shoulder, which he said had a tear in it. Then to his left shoulder, which he said had a partial tear in it, too. Then to a foot, which also had a torn muscle in it.

Hali led the AFC with 14 1/2 sacks with two torn shoulders and a tear in a foot. He was named to his first Pro Bowl last night and will replace one of two Pittsburgh linebackers. On that Friday afternoon, he asked me to withhold the specifics of his injuries so that opponents wouldn't target those body parts during games.

But that says an awful lot about Hali, the Chiefs' only legitimate pass-rusher and a player who has been a model citizen in the organization since Scott Pioli and Todd Haley took over. Hali doesn't complain or question coaches; he does his work mostly in silence and in a way that tends to inspire his teammates.

Now, it's also clear that was playing through several severe injuries because he realized his value to the team.

“People are pointing their fingers to me,” he said that day. “ 'You're the rusher. You're the rusher.' ”

Hali's contract, which he signed after being a first-round pick in 2006, expired after the 2010 season. He is, in effect a free agent, and as of recently, the team and Hali's agent weren't close to a new deal. That can, of course, change quickly, but Hali's side wouldn't be surprised if he is tagged as Kansas City's franchise player, assuming that survives a new collective bargaining agreement. That would essentially extend Hali for one year and pay him the average of the league's top-five salaries at his position. It would be a short-term fix, but players aren't typically satisfied with being franchised.

Hali said that day in December that he wants to remain in Kansas City; that he likes the defense, enjoys his teammates, and respects Haley.

The Chiefs might draft another pass rusher in April's draft, but the team has to realize that today's NFL teams need at least two players who can pressure the quarterback, and perhaps more than that, this team needs players who are willing to do things the Chiefs' way, won't question authority, and will play through pain. Even severe pain.

It's doubtful the Chiefs will let him get away, but the longer this negotiation plays out, the future becomes murkier for a player that seems to exemplify precisely what this team is looking for.

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**Lzen** · 01-24-2011, 01:16 PM

They better re-sign him. We need an additional pass rusher. Not a different one. And I don't want to have to go out and buy a new Chiefs jersey. I like my #91 just fine.

HighChief · 01-24-2011, 01:23 PM

Not worried at all. He will resign and get paid well from Mr. Hunt. Maybe they are looking at a front loaded contract like Cassel's? Maybe but i know i am not sweating this one in the least

**ShortRoundChief** · 01-24-2011, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by pr_capone

If Clark, Pioli, and Haley let Tamba walk... I will personally burn Arrowhead down.

That wouldn't be the patriot way. Franchise him and trade him would be the most likely move.

Marcellus · 01-24-2011, 01:54 PM

Is it just me or does Tamba seem to fight injuries every year?

WebGem · 01-24-2011, 01:56 PM

Yeah we obviously need him, this article doesn't do any further convincing. I seriously doubt they let him walk. I'd say it's maybe a 10% chance.

Chiefs Rool · 01-24-2011, 02:01 PM

we better pay that man! Tamba needs to be a Chief for at least 5 more years.

**bevischief** · 01-24-2011, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefs Rool

we better pay that man! Tamba needs to be a Chief for at least 5 more years.

this.

PhillyChiefFan · 01-24-2011, 02:56 PM

I'm a little surprised that they rushed to resign DJ and not Hali. Charles, yea...I understand that would be a top priority, but a close second would be to take care of your stud pass rusher.

**Shogun** · 01-24-2011, 03:48 PM

If he is not re signed I will not pour any more of my money into Arrowhead every again.

Farzin · 01-24-2011, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

Didn't Peterson tweet something about Hali not being an outside LB?

Carl Peterson? If you're referring to the same account that claimed he'd write a book about the final five years (or something among those lines) in Kansas City, I don't think that was really him. That account no longer exists. Just a guess..

Wallcrawler · 01-24-2011, 04:05 PM

If anyone has earned a big contract, its Tamba Hali.

Guy has been a constant, no-quit player during some of the absolute WORST seasons in Chiefs history. When a guy goes 110% when midway through the season there is nothing left to play for but pride, you lock him down.

**Shogun** · 01-24-2011, 04:11 PM

KCBOSS1 · 01-24-2011, 04:42 PM

after losing Jared Allen, uhh yeah. They'd better sign him.

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ChiefsCountry · 01-24-2011, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCBOSS1

after losing Jared Allen, uhh yeah. They'd better sign him.

Since that trade has hurt us so much.

01-24-2011, 12:11 PM
malachi47000 Rock Chalk Jayhawk, GO KU!!!! Join Date: Apr 2006 Casino cash: $9834937	Here's another big reason why the Chiefs should re-sign Tamba Hali Chiefs outside linebacker Tamba Hali asked me not to repeat it. Not yet, anyway. It was early December, and I was interviewing Hali for a Sunday story about his background, contract situation and ability to stay quiet through adverse conditions. Toward the end of the conversation, he mentioned that he had been injured all season. How badly? He pointed to his right shoulder, which he said had a tear in it. Then to his left shoulder, which he said had a partial tear in it, too. Then to a foot, which also had a torn muscle in it. Hali led the AFC with 14 1/2 sacks with two torn shoulders and a tear in a foot. He was named to his first Pro Bowl last night and will replace one of two Pittsburgh linebackers. On that Friday afternoon, he asked me to withhold the specifics of his injuries so that opponents wouldn't target those body parts during games. But that says an awful lot about Hali, the Chiefs' only legitimate pass-rusher and a player who has been a model citizen in the organization since Scott Pioli and Todd Haley took over. Hali doesn't complain or question coaches; he does his work mostly in silence and in a way that tends to inspire his teammates. Now, it's also clear that was playing through several severe injuries because he realized his value to the team. “People are pointing their fingers to me,” he said that day. “ 'You're the rusher. You're the rusher.' ” Hali's contract, which he signed after being a first-round pick in 2006, expired after the 2010 season. He is, in effect a free agent, and as of recently, the team and Hali's agent weren't close to a new deal. That can, of course, change quickly, but Hali's side wouldn't be surprised if he is tagged as Kansas City's franchise player, assuming that survives a new collective bargaining agreement. That would essentially extend Hali for one year and pay him the average of the league's top-five salaries at his position. It would be a short-term fix, but players aren't typically satisfied with being franchised. Hali said that day in December that he wants to remain in Kansas City; that he likes the defense, enjoys his teammates, and respects Haley. The Chiefs might draft another pass rusher in April's draft, but the team has to realize that today's NFL teams need at least two players who can pressure the quarterback, and perhaps more than that, this team needs players who are willing to do things the Chiefs' way, won't question authority, and will play through pain. Even severe pain. It's doubtful the Chiefs will let him get away, but the longer this negotiation plays out, the future becomes murkier for a player that seems to exemplify precisely what this team is looking for. http://chiefsblog.kansascity.com/?q=node/1652
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01-24-2011, 01:16 PM	#16
Lzen Banded Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Oz Casino cash: $-519308	They better re-sign him. We need an additional pass rusher. Not a different one. And I don't want to have to go out and buy a new Chiefs jersey. I like my #91 just fine. __________________ Conversation would be vastly improved by the constant use of four simple words: I do not know.
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01-24-2011, 01:23 PM	#17
HighChief Starter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Shakopee ,MN Casino cash: $9186252	Not worried at all. He will resign and get paid well from Mr. Hunt. Maybe they are looking at a front loaded contract like Cassel's? Maybe but i know i am not sweating this one in the least
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01-24-2011, 01:54 PM	#19
Marcellus Diablo Negro Join Date: Sep 2003 Casino cash: $-307338	Is it just me or does Tamba seem to fight injuries every year?
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01-24-2011, 01:56 PM	#20
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01-24-2011, 02:01 PM	#21
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01-24-2011, 02:56 PM	#23
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