Chiefs Take a QB in the 1st round next year? - Page 3

Alphaman · 12-22-2008, 11:20 AM

Said Dolphins LB Akin Ayodele of Thigpen, who finished with 320 yards passing, “I like him. He’s an athletic quarterback. Brodie Croyle is going to watch his back next year. There’s going to be a battle for the starting position.”

When the opposition starts to give your young QB props, you have to a moment to really consider if you need to look for his replacement. I'd really try to get Rich Gannon to come in this offseason as a consultant and work with Thigpen for a few weeks. I'd ask him to go over film and work with him on the field to work through the nuances of the game, particularly executing the boot which Thigpen hasn't mastered yet.

Priest4Prez · 12-22-2008, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

I don't care if it's pretty, just complete it. I don't love the guy as our next QB, but I'm not down on him like some people are. If he test out well, I would spend a 2nd.

WOW. Seriously what is the point of drafting Tebow when we already have Thigpen who has proven himself as a starter, than waste a pick on another spread option QB. I would rather see the chiefs draft a tight end than another spread option qb... dumb idea

Mecca · 12-22-2008, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

True, the odds are better in round 1 as about half the starting QB's in the league are former 1st rounders, but it can be done other ways.

Right now it seems to either be 1st rounder or some straight up luck move, there are more successful 6th rounders than 2nd and 3rd rounders.

Mecca · 12-22-2008, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Priest4Prez

WOW. Seriously what is the point of drafting Tebow when we already have Thigpen who has proven himself as a starter, than waste a pick on another spread option QB. I would rather see the chiefs draft a tight end than another spread option qb... dumb idea

Well Tebow could probably be a tight end he's about as big as Gonzalez is.

BigCatDaddy · 12-22-2008, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

He's every bit as big of a project as Thigpen is......bad throwing mechanics, shotgun all the time, spread run based option at that...

It's just not a good idea.

I think he is a much more accurate QB then Thiggy.

eazyb81 · 12-22-2008, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

He throws too well and is too good of a leader to not get a shot at QB in the league.

I'm not sure you'd find many people that would agree with you on this. He has awful mechanics and takes all day to release the ball.

Mecca · 12-22-2008, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

I think he is a much more accurate QB then Thiggy.

That wouldn't be saying much and that's pretty debatable when you realize what system he's in.

**dirk digler** · 12-22-2008, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Well maybe they'll actually put players in a position to play to their strengths unlike this current staff.

I am counting on it.

As far as the QB position goes if they chose Thigpen that is fine but if they decide to draft a QB that is fine as well. I think we all need to get behind whatever decisions they make for the first year or so and put our trust in their decisions.

Mecca · 12-22-2008, 12:23 PM

I think my favorite story was I flipped on 810 and Petro said Gunther was going off on Pollard who responded "I don't know what the hell you want me to do anyway"

Sweet Daddy Hate · 12-22-2008, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

I think my favorite story was I flipped on 810 and Petro said Gunther was going off on Pollard who responded "I don't know what the hell you want me to do anyway"

Damn! Sorry I missed THAT. That's premium popcorn!

BigCatDaddy · 12-22-2008, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

That wouldn't be saying much and that's pretty debatable when you realize what system he's in.

So do you think Sanchez will be there at 34?

**dirk digler** · 12-22-2008, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

I think my favorite story was I flipped on 810 and Petro said Gunther was going off on Pollard who responded "I don't know what the hell you want me to do anyway"

When was that?

King_Chief_Fan · 12-22-2008, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

As long as Herm is fired I will put my trust in the new GM and HC to make the decision on the QB position and all of the other positions. I am not going to cry and whine like others if I perceive them to make a mistake at least for the first year or so. We have to give them time to rebuild this team and that is going to require some patience to undue the cluster **** that Carl and Herm have left behind.

I agree. I will become the new senisblechiefsfan and bury my head in the sand and tell the rest of the board to shut up and keep thier mouth shut. You have to give the new GM and coach some time.

Mecca · 12-22-2008, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

When was that?

It was at around 11:30 this morning, he said they've been asking Pollard to do shit he can't do for years. And Gunther was dropping a bunch of MF's on him just going off and his response was that.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 12-22-2008, 12:28 PM

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So do you think Sanchez will be there at 34?

Yeah, Mecca; fill us in. If Mark declares, where does he fall and what are our chances of picking him up if Detroit takes Matt?

Alphaman · 12-22-2008, 12:29 PM

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So do you think Sanchez will be there at 34?

I don't because I don't think Sanchez comes out. I think he stays for his senior year. I actually think Bradford my stay in as well.

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Alphaman Veteran Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Austin, TX, USA Casino cash: $10004900	Take a QB in the 1st round next year? Said Dolphins LB Akin Ayodele of Thigpen, who finished with 320 yards passing, “I like him. He’s an athletic quarterback. Brodie Croyle is going to watch his back next year. There’s going to be a battle for the starting position.” When the opposition starts to give your young QB props, you have to a moment to really consider if you need to look for his replacement. I'd really try to get Rich Gannon to come in this offseason as a consultant and work with Thigpen for a few weeks. I'd ask him to go over film and work with him on the field to work through the nuances of the game, particularly executing the boot which Thigpen hasn't mastered yet.
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Mecca Hockey Town Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Kansas City, Missouri Casino cash: $2137050	I think my favorite story was I flipped on 810 and Petro said Gunther was going off on Pollard who responded "I don't know what the hell you want me to do anyway"
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