Shawn Barber=Big disappointment - Page 2

bricks · 10-08-2004, 09:06 AM

Seriously, I mean wtf is up with this guy? I watched the last MNF game against the Ravens, the first run by Jamal Lewis, pitch for an 18 yard gain, he got faked out badly. then on one of the Ravens drives, it was a 3rd down and 21 situation, one of the Ravens receivers ran a curl pattern, caught it and ran right after the catch, Barber had an attempt to make the tackle, and with little to no effort, made a slight push to force the runner out of bounds. Sure enough, McCleon had to come in and make the saving tackle to prevent a first down.

Lets also go back and mention the Denver game. Griffin's 47-yard run, guess who's fault that was? Barber. Out of position to make a play, got faked out again trying to cover a screen pass. Deshawn Foster's run, same result Barber just being out of place to make a play. If this guy keeps screwing up, should he ride the bench? What do you guys think? I mean, I know he's screwing up, but, he seems like he is not even trying at all. Barber stinks right now, and bad!

jcroft · 10-08-2004, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jspchief

Tranded?

Yeah, that was worth a post. It's so rare and unusual that someone would make a typo on an Intenret bulletin board. I would have taken the time to point it out, too. *rolleyes*

HC_Chief · 10-08-2004, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by HC_Chief

RFA

Hmm, nevermind... thought he was an RFA when we obtained him but I can't find reference of that on the Chiefs' site.

Either way, he was a high-priced acquisition that actually turned out good for the team

jspchief · 10-08-2004, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by jcroft

Yeah, that was worth a post. It's so rare and unusual that someone would make a typo on an Intenret bulletin board. I would have taken the time to point it out, too. *rolleyes*

It's called post-whoring.

Here's something to get the sand out of your virginia.

homey · 10-08-2004, 10:49 AM

I'd just like to add that after the playoff game last year most were convinced Barber was the only person on the team that could play a lick of defense.

InChiefsHeaven · 10-08-2004, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by NaptownChief

Now that he is a big dollar FA Chief signing he wants to play like one....

When was the last time the Chiefs signed a FA that was fairly big dollars for their position that played really well?

Holmes certainly has played well but he probably falls more into a middle tier signing dollar-wise for his position.

I'm currently running the bigger name FA signings through my head from Big Fat Chet, Clemons, Morton, Perriman, Crockett, Barber etc.etc and damn near everyone of them I can think of has been pretty poor.

Only guys I can think of that have met or exceed expectations in the CP era is Holmes, Hasty and McCleon. McCleon doesn't belong on the same list as Holmes and Hasty but I think it is fair to say he has at least played upto expectations.

Anyone think of any other good ones?

I thought Joe and Marcus were probably pretty good pick-ups...

Hydrae · 10-08-2004, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by homey

I'd just like to add that after the playoff game last year most were convinced Barber was the only person on the team that could play a lick of defense.

Hush, we want to bitch about Barber during the off week. Last year doesn't matter, it is all about these last 4 games.

Geez, get with the program.

Mr. Laz · 10-08-2004, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by bricks

How bout kawika Mitchell? Honestly, I don't think he can be much worse than Barber

NaptownChief · 10-08-2004, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

I thought Joe and Marcus were probably pretty good pick-ups...

Didn't we trade a 1st rounder for Joe? I believe that pick was used for Stubblefield by the 9ers if memory serves me.

**ChiTown** · 10-08-2004, 11:09 AM

Like it or not, Shawn Barber is playing because there isn't anyone better than him at his position on our roster. If there was, Barber would be on the bench. Yes, Barber misses a lot of tackles. Yes, he often overruns the play. And yes, we are in LB'er hell...................

Mr. Laz · 10-08-2004, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by NaptownChief

Didn't we trade a 1st rounder for Joe?

yes... actually believe we traded a 1st and 3rd for him

whoman69 · 10-08-2004, 11:12 AM

Barber has looked very good at times, but that seems outweighed by the times he just sucks. I would have to guess that he has lost a step and is no longer able to put the big hits on.

Too bad Fox is out because certainly Caver and Jones aren't ready to step in here.

**ChiTown** · 10-08-2004, 11:18 AM

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Too bad Fox is out because certainly Caver and Jones aren't ready to step in here.

Aren't ready? You mean they never will be ready. Those guys are there for ST's only. It's scary to think how crappy our overall LB'er situation is. Frankly, it's remarkable that it got so bad.

OrlandoChief · 10-08-2004, 11:52 AM

The worst part about the Barber signing was the fact that we let Donnie Edwards go to San Diego to play for half the coin that we ended up paying to Barber. This one falls in the "bad move" category.

InChiefsHeaven · 10-08-2004, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by OrlandoChief

The worst part about the Barber signing was the fact that we let Donnie Edwards go to San Diego to play for half the coin that we ended up paying to Barber. This one falls in the "bad move" category.

Absolutely. This was the biggest mistake Carl ever ever made. They should have moved mountains to keep Edwards. Hindsight is 20/20, but I was really pissed at the time too...

Wile_E_Coyote · 10-08-2004, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

Absolutely. This was the biggest mistake Carl ever ever made. They should have moved mountains to keep Edwards. Hindsight is 20/20, but I was really pissed at the time too...

I thought it was a good thing because Edwards was dragged half way down the field on tackles...oh wait...last 4 games

10-08-2004, 09:06 AM
bricks Hey Teacher! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: land of maple syrup Casino cash: $9732559	Shawn Barber=Big disappointment Seriously, I mean wtf is up with this guy? I watched the last MNF game against the Ravens, the first run by Jamal Lewis, pitch for an 18 yard gain, he got faked out badly. then on one of the Ravens drives, it was a 3rd down and 21 situation, one of the Ravens receivers ran a curl pattern, caught it and ran right after the catch, Barber had an attempt to make the tackle, and with little to no effort, made a slight push to force the runner out of bounds. Sure enough, McCleon had to come in and make the saving tackle to prevent a first down. Lets also go back and mention the Denver game. Griffin's 47-yard run, guess who's fault that was? Barber. Out of position to make a play, got faked out again trying to cover a screen pass. Deshawn Foster's run, same result Barber just being out of place to make a play. If this guy keeps screwing up, should he ride the bench? What do you guys think? I mean, I know he's screwing up, but, he seems like he is not even trying at all. Barber stinks right now, and bad!
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10-08-2004, 10:49 AM	#19
homey Shot Caller Join Date: Nov 2003 Casino cash: $10004900	I'd just like to add that after the playoff game last year most were convinced Barber was the only person on the team that could play a lick of defense.
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10-08-2004, 11:09 AM	#24
ChiTown Stroking to the SB Champs! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Flatlands of Kansas Casino cash: $-381038	Like it or not, Shawn Barber is playing because there isn't anyone better than him at his position on our roster. If there was, Barber would be on the bench. Yes, Barber misses a lot of tackles. Yes, he often overruns the play. And yes, we are in LB'er hell................... __________________
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10-08-2004, 11:52 AM	#28
OrlandoChief Stud Join Date: Oct 2002 Casino cash: $10005100	The worst part about the Barber signing was the fact that we let Donnie Edwards go to San Diego to play for half the coin that we ended up paying to Barber. This one falls in the "bad move" category.
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