Chiefs Someone IS "pushing" Matt Cassell...and it AIN'T Tyler freaking Thigpen - Page 3

Hammock Parties · 08-18-2009, 07:29 PM

OK, cheap shot at Thiggy, but this is intriguing. At the very least it should serve up a huge plate of crow to ANYONE who ever bashed Croyle backers. The kid can flat PLAY. He ALWAYS had the ability.

If a miracle happens and he stays healthy...who knows?

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...n-kansas-city/

Croyle making a move in Kansas City?

Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on August 18, 2009 8:23 PM ET

Over the weekend, we almost wrote a post on Brodie Croyle appearing to pass Tyler Thigpen on Kansas City's quarterback depth chart. Ultimately, it didn't make the cut.

On Tuesday, Kansas City Star writer Kent Babb wrote that he thought Croyle was playing so well, "he's threatening [Matt] Cassel's job."

Now that's a post.

Babb's bold declaration -- on Twitter, not in the newspaper -- defies logic. Not only did the Chiefs trade for Cassel to be the starter, they handed him a huge contract only a month ago.

Seeing Cassel on the bench would be the most surprising development of a preseason in which Michael Vick became Donovan McNabb's teammate.

Then again, Chiefs coach Todd Haley didn't douse water on the notion Tuesday. Asked if Cassel has been the best quarterback in camp, Haley said: "I'll hold off on answering that."

We've read that Cassel has been inconsistent at times, but overall the reviews of his camp performance have been positive. Croyle played well in Kansas City's preseason opener, but it's hard to believe that would be enough to threaten Cassel.

It is clear, though, that Tyler Thigpen is the forgotten man in Kansas City. Babb wonders if Thigpen will even make the team.

It's also clear that Chiefs coach Todd Haley thinks his team needs some tough love after the Herm Edwards era. Asked Tuesday about Brett Favre's return, Haley turned the focus back inward.

"I'm just worried about this house. It's on fire, and I'm trying to keep it from burning down."

Your 2009 Kansas City Chiefs, ladies and gentlemen!

**DeezNutz** · 08-18-2009, 08:06 PM

From kcchiefs.com:

After giving himself a stranger earlier today, Croyle will miss the next two days of practice with a tendon strain. No word on if he'll be available on Friday.

Just Passin' By · 08-18-2009, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Yea if the Chiefs benched Cassel after he got that contract everyone would call the front office a bunch of babbling monkeys.

Exactly.

Hammock Parties · 08-18-2009, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

From kcchiefs.com:

After giving himself a stranger earlier today, Croyle will miss the next two days of practice with a tendon strain. No word on if he'll be available on Friday.

Your posts have been exquisite lately.

I hear Croyle has those old-person shower pads. His career might be over if he slips in the shower.

**CosmicPal** · 08-18-2009, 08:09 PM

From what I've heard thus far, it's not the quarterbacks that aren't throwing, it's the wide receivers who aren't catching.

JD10367 · 08-18-2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by PGM

Didn't Cassel have a horrible camp and preseason with NewEngland last year?

He did every year. As I said in another thread, if Cassel is just mediocre in camp it's an upgrade.

Reerun_KC · 08-18-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Just Passin' By

JFC, this shit again? Tom Brady was a 6th round choice for a reason. Joe Montana was a 3rd round choice for a reason. Everyone is a choice where they are taken for a reason. Ryan Leaf was a 1st round choice for a reason. Once you're drafted, it doesn't mean shit beyond your first contract numbers.

Cassel played well enough last year to get a very large contract. If he threw nothing but interceptions from today until the end of the exhibition season, he'd probably still be the opening day starter for the Chiefs.

Instead, he played the first exhibition games with receivers who aren't the starters, and put 4 of 5 passes into their hands. The receivers dropped 2 of the passes, making it look as if Cassel struggled. I'm pretty sure that Haley's got the tape and understands that.

When Mark Castle wins the superbowl for KC, then we can celebrate...

Until then, some of us can with hold our expectations and realize he is nothing more than average with this weak ass talent around him...

JD10367 · 08-18-2009, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Just Passin' By

JFC, this shit again? Tom Brady was a 6th round choice for a reason. Joe Montana was a 3rd round choice for a reason. Everyone is a choice where they are taken for a reason. Ryan Leaf was a 1st round choice for a reason. Once you're drafted, it doesn't mean shit beyond your first contract numbers.

Cassel played well enough last year to get a very large contract. If he threw nothing but interceptions from today until the end of the exhibition season, he'd probably still be the opening day starter for the Chiefs.

Instead, he played the first exhibition games with receivers who aren't the starters, and put 4 of 5 passes into their hands. The receivers dropped 2 of the passes, making it look as if Cassel struggled. I'm pretty sure that Haley's got the tape and understands that.

You deserve boatloads of rep.

And don't forget how many QBs went before Marino...

JD10367 · 08-18-2009, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

From kcchiefs.com:

After giving himself a stranger earlier today, Croyle will miss the next two days of practice with a tendon strain. No word on if he'll be available on Friday.

Wait. I sense a flaw in this logic. Doesn't the definition of a "stranger" require the use of your other hand? Thus, even if Croyle strained a muscle in that arm, I'd assume that's his non-throwing arm.

Maybe he strained a neck muscle? Ya know... tryin' to reach?

Just Passin' By · 08-18-2009, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

When Mark Castle wins the superbowl for KC, then we can celebrate...

Until then, some of us can with hold our expectations and realize he is nothing more than average with this weak ass talent around him...

You're not 'realizing' anything. You're claiming without knowledge. Now, that's fine when it comes to Cassel's talent. You're more than welcome to form whatever opinion of that makes you feel better. However, this thread is not about Cassel's talent. It's about someone writing that Croyle is/may be pushing Cassel for the starting QB spot. They are two different issues.

Frazod · 08-18-2009, 08:17 PM

We should trade Brokie before he explodes after his first sack.

**luv** · 08-18-2009, 08:17 PM

If he wasn't so damned fragile! The kid is good.

**DeezNutz** · 08-18-2009, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Your posts have been exquisite lately.

I hear Croyle has those old-person shower pads. His career might be over if he slips in the shower.

Oh, sorry. Missed a tune, huh.

Let me apply your Croyle logic in another venue:

Mick Lathan COULD be a great journalist if he had some training and press credentials.

Convincing logic?

Frogs and wings, GoChiefs.

Mecca · 08-18-2009, 08:19 PM

And of course something like that will flip people out the Chiefs have a ton riding on Cassel.

Hammock Parties · 08-18-2009, 08:20 PM

So you're saying he's got talent...like Croyle....damn....

**DeezNutz** · 08-18-2009, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

So you're saying he's got talent...like Croyle....damn....

Yes, very talented, minus the most important attributes.

08-18-2009, 07:29 PM
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $3210478	Someone IS "pushing" Matt Cassell...and it AIN'T Tyler freaking Thigpen OK, cheap shot at Thiggy, but this is intriguing. At the very least it should serve up a huge plate of crow to ANYONE who ever bashed Croyle backers. The kid can flat PLAY. He ALWAYS had the ability. If a miracle happens and he stays healthy...who knows? http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...n-kansas-city/ Croyle making a move in Kansas City? Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on August 18, 2009 8:23 PM ET Over the weekend, we almost wrote a post on Brodie Croyle appearing to pass Tyler Thigpen on Kansas City's quarterback depth chart. Ultimately, it didn't make the cut. On Tuesday, Kansas City Star writer Kent Babb wrote that he thought Croyle was playing so well, "he's threatening [Matt] Cassel's job." Now that's a post. Babb's bold declaration -- on Twitter, not in the newspaper -- defies logic. Not only did the Chiefs trade for Cassel to be the starter, they handed him a huge contract only a month ago. Seeing Cassel on the bench would be the most surprising development of a preseason in which Michael Vick became Donovan McNabb's teammate. Then again, Chiefs coach Todd Haley didn't douse water on the notion Tuesday. Asked if Cassel has been the best quarterback in camp, Haley said: "I'll hold off on answering that." We've read that Cassel has been inconsistent at times, but overall the reviews of his camp performance have been positive. Croyle played well in Kansas City's preseason opener, but it's hard to believe that would be enough to threaten Cassel. It is clear, though, that Tyler Thigpen is the forgotten man in Kansas City. Babb wonders if Thigpen will even make the team. It's also clear that Chiefs coach Todd Haley thinks his team needs some tough love after the Herm Edwards era. Asked Tuesday about Brett Favre's return, Haley turned the focus back inward. "I'm just worried about this house. It's on fire, and I'm trying to keep it from burning down." Your 2009 Kansas City Chiefs, ladies and gentlemen!
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