Chiefs Covitz: Trent Green will get start against the Chiefs - Page 2

**Tribal Warfare** · 08-28-2008, 01:22 AM

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Trent Green will get start against the Chiefs
By RANDY COVITZ
The Kansas City Star

Quarterback Trent Green will start for the St. Louis Rams against his former team in tonight’s exhibition game at Arrowhead Stadium.

Rams coach Scott Linehan made the announcement after practice on Wednesday.

“Right now, my plan is to actually start Trent so that he can get prepared for a game as if he were the starter, which obviously means (I’m) not planning on playing Marc (Bulger),” Linehan said. “Marc has a lot of snaps in preseason, a lot more than he’s (Green) had at this point. Felt really comfortable with his 45 or, whatever, 42 snaps I guess he had last week. Trent has really had limited work and could use some time out there on the field.”

Green, who suffered a serious concussion with the Chiefs in 2006, suffered another in the fifth game of last season with the Miami Dolphins. He is experimenting with a helmet that might reduce the risk of a concussion.

“When I came back from the concussion a year ago, I wore the same helmet, I did everything the same,” Green said of his time with the Dolphins. “Unfortunately, I had another one. So this year I’ve had three different helmets I’m experimenting with, just to find one that is comfortable.”

Each one is a little different, Green said.

“There is air, there is liquid, some are bigger, some are smaller, some have more depth, some protect the jaw more,” Green said.

Does he worry about getting another concussion?

“As crazy as this sounds, no,” Green said.

Green, 38, played one series (six plays) against Tennessee, followed by half of one series (five plays) against San Diego. He did not play in the Rams’ last preseason game against Baltimore. Green has completed three of eight passes for 51 yards and has been sacked once.

“This gives him a chance in a game to go out and find his rhythm,” Linehan said. “So he’s not going in the season cold without reps if we ever called upon him.”

Green is in his 15th NFL season. It is his second stint with the Rams, and he’s back in an offense directed by coordinator Al Saunders, with whom he had some outstanding seasons with the Chiefs when he passed for 21,459 yards and 118 touchdowns from 2001 to 2006.

“You can’t assume that just because he’s a vet that knows the system, that he can just go out there and turn it on, although I would bet on him

Demonpenz · 08-28-2008, 08:07 AM

I love him for the fact he brought all those playoff wins errr I mean come from behind wins errrr. Ok well he played for the chiefs whoo hoooo

dallaschiefsfan · 08-28-2008, 08:12 AM

I love this quote by Herm:

"I would hope they would applaud him..."

Is there any doubt? I mean...really? Herm will receive more boos tomorrow night than Trent...and besides (Claythan's opinion aside), I can't see the people booing the best QB we've had the last 10 years...especially after almost two years of the miserable offensive play known as Herm-ball. Trent will be treated very well by the fans of KC tonight. Trent represents the last good offensive memories of our fans...and while our defenses were terrible during that period, he did HIS job. He was easily a superbowl QB without the defense to compliment.

dj56dt58 · 08-28-2008, 08:15 AM

Green will throw for 300+ yards and 2 tds to EK, while Dante will return 2 kicks for tds

Demonpenz · 08-28-2008, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by dj56dt58

Green will throw for 300+ yards and 2 tds to EK, while Dante will return 2 kicks for tds

Our offense will fail to tackle derrick alexander and let scott fujita blow past LJ

Chiefnj2 · 08-28-2008, 08:23 AM

If Brody Croyle starts off slow there will probably be "Bring Back Trent" chants going on.

Prometheus · 08-28-2008, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

If Brody Croyle starts off slow there will probably be "Bring Back Trent" chants going on.

That would not be cool.

Mr. Laz · 08-28-2008, 09:38 AM

at least he doesn't have to worry about getting hit in the head against us.

Frazod · 08-28-2008, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

I love him for the fact he brought all those playoff wins errr I mean come from behind wins errrr. Ok well he played for the chiefs whoo hoooo

You're a dumbass. HOW WAS IT GREEN'S FAULT THAT WE NEVER HAD A DEFENSE? I'd like to see you win a playoff game with half a fucking team.

Radar Chief · 08-28-2008, 09:57 AM

Cool. Maybe he’ll hold on to the ball way too long and our defense can actually get a sack.

Frankie · 08-28-2008, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

He'll get booed.

I hope not. Come on KC fans,.... show your class. The man did great by us.

blueballs · 08-28-2008, 11:20 AM

best QB in years and left in a quarrel with Peterson
what's not to stand up and applaud about
there could be idiots throwing scrambled eggs though

chiefsngop · 08-28-2008, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Demonpenz

I love him for the fact he brought all those playoff wins errr I mean come from behind wins errrr. Ok well he played for the chiefs whoo hoooo

Lack of a playoff win is Trent's fault? How many times would our defense have had to force a punt against Indy for the Chiefs to win that playoff game ? The answer would be ONE.

If our defense had forced ONE stinkin punt, Trent Green would've won a playoff game for KC over the Colts. When you QB a team and put them in a position where all the help you need is ONE defensive stop in four quarters of football, you cannot be blamed. IMO.

If you just have to throw rocks at someone tonight, Scott Fudgeater would be a more sensible option, at least he belonged to the suck ass defense, and not the league leading offense.
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The quietest I've ever heard Arrowhead was when I attended that fateful Cincinatti game, you could've heard a pin drop in that place while Trent laid motionless on the field.

**DeezNutz** · 08-28-2008, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frazod

You're a dumbass. HOW WAS IT GREEN'S FAULT THAT WE NEVER HAD A DEFENSE? I'd like to see you win a playoff game with half a fucking team.

Well, I could do it, but apparently Green couldn't. Still not mad at him, though.

King_Chief_Fan · 08-28-2008, 11:33 AM

on the field against the Chiefs is the perfect place to be if you don't want a concussion. I bet the Chiefs don't get a hand on him. I hope he does well. You can't help but like the guy.

blueballs · 08-28-2008, 11:34 AM

is there no catch limit here

08-28-2008, 01:22 AM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-2937187	Covitz: Trent Green will get start against the Chiefs http://www.kansascity.com/sports/chi...ry/770408.html Trent Green will get start against the Chiefs By RANDY COVITZ The Kansas City Star Quarterback Trent Green will start for the St. Louis Rams against his former team in tonight’s exhibition game at Arrowhead Stadium. Rams coach Scott Linehan made the announcement after practice on Wednesday. “Right now, my plan is to actually start Trent so that he can get prepared for a game as if he were the starter, which obviously means (I’m) not planning on playing Marc (Bulger),” Linehan said. “Marc has a lot of snaps in preseason, a lot more than he’s (Green) had at this point. Felt really comfortable with his 45 or, whatever, 42 snaps I guess he had last week. Trent has really had limited work and could use some time out there on the field.” Green, who suffered a serious concussion with the Chiefs in 2006, suffered another in the fifth game of last season with the Miami Dolphins. He is experimenting with a helmet that might reduce the risk of a concussion. “When I came back from the concussion a year ago, I wore the same helmet, I did everything the same,” Green said of his time with the Dolphins. “Unfortunately, I had another one. So this year I’ve had three different helmets I’m experimenting with, just to find one that is comfortable.” Each one is a little different, Green said. “There is air, there is liquid, some are bigger, some are smaller, some have more depth, some protect the jaw more,” Green said. Does he worry about getting another concussion? “As crazy as this sounds, no,” Green said. Green, 38, played one series (six plays) against Tennessee, followed by half of one series (five plays) against San Diego. He did not play in the Rams’ last preseason game against Baltimore. Green has completed three of eight passes for 51 yards and has been sacked once. “This gives him a chance in a game to go out and find his rhythm,” Linehan said. “So he’s not going in the season cold without reps if we ever called upon him.” Green is in his 15th NFL season. It is his second stint with the Rams, and he’s back in an offense directed by coordinator Al Saunders, with whom he had some outstanding seasons with the Chiefs when he passed for 21,459 yards and 118 touchdowns from 2001 to 2006. “You can’t assume that just because he’s a vet that knows the system, that he can just go out there and turn it on, although I would bet on him
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08-28-2008, 08:12 AM	#17
dallaschiefsfan Herm is the worst...horrible Join Date: Sep 2000 Casino cash: $3078850	I love this quote by Herm: "I would hope they would applaud him..." Is there any doubt? I mean...really? Herm will receive more boos tomorrow night than Trent...and besides (Claythan's opinion aside), I can't see the people booing the best QB we've had the last 10 years...especially after almost two years of the miserable offensive play known as Herm-ball. Trent will be treated very well by the fans of KC tonight. Trent represents the last good offensive memories of our fans...and while our defenses were terrible during that period, he did HIS job. He was easily a superbowl QB without the defense to compliment.
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