Does DJ start for us this year?

[RedThat]

Im curious to know the opinions of some. He received first-round tender that should speak high volumes about how this organization feels about him.

DJ has always been one of those real interesting players to me who shows both flashes talent and playmaking ability at times. But he also displays a lack of consistency, and is not a fundamentally sound football player. He makes too many mental errors on the field. That side has got the best of him.

Im just wondering if his performance against the Broncos and his playmaking ability throughout the year was a good enough sign or indication to convince the coaching staff that they'll give him his chance to start. And so they should. He is arguably a lot more talented then Mays and Williams and is one of the few guys we have on defense that can actually make plays. Plus, I'd like to see how he performs or is utilized under Crennel.

He has disappointed me thus far into his career simply because I believe he needs to work more on the fundamental aspects of his game and has to be mentally tougher as a player. Could he do this by maturing and by being with the right coach? I just think its clear he is not a sound player, but hopefully that can come with time. I hope he fully develops and Im glad the Chiefs didn't give up on him.

[GoHuge]

I don't think he has the passion to be great. He is one of the biggest playmakers we have and you see him do some amazing things, but then he just disappears. Maybe Romeo can help......I hope so.
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[milkman]

Originally Posted by Hog Farmer

Keep in mind that DJ has had pure SHIT for coaching ever since he was drafted. I believe he needs to be allowed to go to the ball from his basic instinct rather than force him to have to overthink his responsibilities. I've heard football analysts state that before that many players are atheletes first and if they are forced to think everything out it takes away from their game. Now that we have Romeo he'll be given a fair chance under a good DC. This year will be a new beginning or his last as a Chief. JMO

There are very few defensive schemes that simply allow a player to just roam around and follow their basic instincts.

Every player has a responsibility within the scheme, and Romeo Crennel's defense relies on intelligence and playing within the system even more than most.