The next big thing at TE?

[Bewbies]

This is actually a great thread. With NE finding uber success with 2 TE sets, we'll be going that way soon too. Of course we'll ignore the Tom Brady part of that success, but that's what you do when you follow THE PATRIOT WAY.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by Bewbies

This is actually a great thread. With NE finding uber success with 2 TE sets, we'll be going that way soon too. Of course we'll ignore the Tom Brady part of that success, but that's what you do when you follow THE PATRIOT WAY.

[Buehler445]

Originally Posted by jspchief

The fact that we've gone through the season with guys we have pisses me off. I realize Pope is a steady blocker, but every team in the league seems to have young athletic TEs for depth, and we're rolling out Pope, Odonnell, and Becht?

I don't know much about your guy, but I do think we need to build on the TE spot on this roster.

That list doesn't look nearly as horrid with Moeaki, Pope, and Becht (who gives a shit whether it is Becht or OConnel).

Originally Posted by jspchief

From what I've seen of him, I'm not sure why we would want him. We already have a WR that's his size, what's the point?

I want a TE who's blocking ability gets Pope off the field. Receiving ability is secondary.

I think we should get a blocker type also. Let's face it, until Cassel is gone, Jamaal Charles drives this offense. Blocking is important to this personnel group. Plus if you get Moeaki and another pass catching TE in the same formation, Cassel won't look at both of them, so what's the point?

However, I think Becht/O'Connel should be replaced with a young guy with some hands. I was really hoping that TE we had on the PS after Gonzo left would pan out. I think his name was Allen. He didn't get much PT in preseason, but he showed really good hands with Croyle. I wouldn't mind picking up a young guy with hands and a little finesse and try to get him going. Blocking can be taught, ala Gonzo.

EDIT: But I agree, Chiefs should be targeting some TE help. But it will be expensive, because everyone will be trying to find the next Gronk.