Chiefs 2010 Predictions

Ralphy Boy · 12-22-2009, 10:08 AM

Just thought I'd go on record now.

Like most people I fully believe that, before he was hired, Pioli discussed with Clark the slow process of building a winner. That it takes time and that they can be competitive early without spending a lot in the way of bonus money. Now that they've had their first blackout in 19 years and are about to unveil a "new" stadium, I think the heat will be on to be competitive much sooner. I'd have to imagine that season ticket renewals are at an all time low.

Given that Haley's hiring looks like a complete FAIL and that those seats aren't going to fill themselves, I think Pioli will have to deviate from his plan to bring in reinforcements much sooner than he thought he would.

Given that, I predict we'll see the following:
Anquan Boldin in a KC uniform. Romeo Crennel & Charlie Weis become the new coordinators. I also think we'll make a bit of a splash in free agency by adding a defensive playmaker.

I'm not a big fan of Romeo, as his defenses sucked in Cleveland and I think that BB was always the brains behind the NE defenses. He's still way better than Clancy and I think the hiring of both he and Weis would get a lot of fans excited, which translates into selling tickets.

Boldin wants a new contract and has worn out his welcome in Arizona. With the continued development of Steve Breaston and the emergence of a running game, I don't think they'll pay to keep the 29 year old Boldin. Especially since they have to figure out something with Darnell Dockett & Karlos Dansby.

12-22-2009, 10:08 AM	Topic Starter
Ralphy Boy MVP Join Date: Aug 2001 Casino cash: $10004900	2010 Predictions Just thought I'd go on record now. Like most people I fully believe that, before he was hired, Pioli discussed with Clark the slow process of building a winner. That it takes time and that they can be competitive early without spending a lot in the way of bonus money. Now that they've had their first blackout in 19 years and are about to unveil a "new" stadium, I think the heat will be on to be competitive much sooner. I'd have to imagine that season ticket renewals are at an all time low. Given that Haley's hiring looks like a complete FAIL and that those seats aren't going to fill themselves, I think Pioli will have to deviate from his plan to bring in reinforcements much sooner than he thought he would. Given that, I predict we'll see the following: Anquan Boldin in a KC uniform. Romeo Crennel & Charlie Weis become the new coordinators. I also think we'll make a bit of a splash in free agency by adding a defensive playmaker. I'm not a big fan of Romeo, as his defenses sucked in Cleveland and I think that BB was always the brains behind the NE defenses. He's still way better than Clancy and I think the hiring of both he and Weis would get a lot of fans excited, which translates into selling tickets. Boldin wants a new contract and has worn out his welcome in Arizona. With the continued development of Steve Breaston and the emergence of a running game, I don't think they'll pay to keep the 29 year old Boldin. Especially since they have to figure out something with Darnell Dockett & Karlos Dansby.
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