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.

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Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-2857187	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.
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