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Hammock Parties · 06-23-2007, 12:29 PM

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One of the worst things you can do in any profession is burn the bridges you built when first breaking in to the job. While it might feel good for a fleeting moment or two, in the long run it will come back to haunt you in some way.

This doesn’t just apply to office workers and the average blue-collar American. It applies to professional athletes, too – even the high-dollar prima donnas in the NFL.

Most recently, it applies to defensive tackle Ryan Sims – currently of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, but apparently, a life-long member of the Sour Grapes Club.

In Thursday’s edition of Tampa’s Herald Tribune , Sims went off on Chiefs head coach Herm Edwards. He accused him of creating a negative atmosphere in Kansas City, and blew the lid off a shocking scandal in which he claims 28 Chiefs’ veterans requested trades out of Kansas City last season.

This is nothing new. If you’ve been paying attention, Sims has been doing this since the middle of last season. The Kansas City Star featured Sims as part of a November article in which the defensive tackle complained about being relegated to backup status. He blamed Edwards for not giving him a chance and basically playing favorites between Sims and the new defensive tackles the team signed that offseason (James Reed and Ron Edwards).

That led to his eventual exodus from Kansas City and arrival in Tampa Bay, where his first action was to – you guessed it – rip the Chiefs.

Last month, on Tampa Bay’s website, Sims basically accused the Chiefs of not investing in the defense, stating that Tampa Bay was his dream location and paradise on earth for NFL defensive lineman. He reiterated his comments about being KC’s black sheep.

It’s not difficult to understand why Sims is taking the low road with all of this. Before Edwards arrived in Kansas City, Sims was guaranteed a starting spot. That all changed when the Chiefs signed Reed and Edwards.

By dumping Sims down the depth chart, the Chiefs essentially made him a second-class NFL citizen, which is where he is right now in Tampa Bay. The Tribune classified his current plight with the Buccaneers as “fighting for a roster spot.”

Now, I don’t have to tell Chiefs fans about how absurd Sims’ comments are. Everyone knows two of Herm’s favorite catchphrases are “It’s okay” and “We’re fine.” For a team apparently playing under the cruel whip of such spirit-destroying overlords, the Chiefs’ defense fought to the last man against Peyton Manning and the Colts in the playoffs last season.

And clearly, 28 players seeking a trade is ridiculous. Sims claimed that “every starter” was trying to get out of Kansas City. Does that include the players Edwards brought into the organization? How could it possibly include the 11 defensive starters – including leftovers from the Dick Vermeil era – that enjoyed KC’s best defensive season in almost a decade?

How about the 11 offensive starters? Why would aging veterans like Will Shields, Casey Wiegmann, Trent Green and Eddie Kennison want to uproot their lives in Kansas City just to play a season or two more somewhere else?

Tony Gonzalez might be KC’s highest-profile citizen and has stated numerous times he wants to finish his career as a Chief. Are we supposed to believe he confessed his true desires in a late-night gossip session with Sims and all the other disgruntled Chiefs? I’m looking forward to a potential book authored by Sims on this subject, because I do enjoy a good work of fiction.

But Sims’ latest rant goes beyond absurdity. In fact, he’s delving into hypocrisy.

During his last training camp as a Chief, Sims had a private conversation with Edwards concerning his future and role on the team. How did he characterize the meeting?

“I thought it was a very positive conversation,” Sims said in the Star. “I had some fundamental questions.”

“Herm is going to tell you what he feels and how he feels about you,” Sims continued. “I really appreciate that, and I’m glad he’s the type of guy I feel like I can talk to in front of the media or behind closed doors.”

Do those quotes sound like Sims thought a negative atmosphere was being fostered in training camp last season?

Now let’s take it one step further, and look at this conversation from Herm’s side of the table. Clearly, if he was such a negative man, he’d have something nasty to say about Sims, right? Here’s a quote from an article that appeared on Warpaint Illustrated’s website last August:

“We had a good talk before the spring ended,” Edwards said. “We were talking about what I expected out of him and how we were going to get it done. He’s done a great job of playing. He’s competing and is playing up to his talent level consistently.”

Does that sound like a negative person?

Now let’s take a look at what Edwards had to say when an injury to James Reed forced Sims onto the field. Keep in mind this quote appeared in the same Star article wherein Sims complained about his status in Kansas City.

“He’s been solid,” said Edwards. “I think he’s becoming better the more he plays.”

Negative? If anyone was negative at the time, it was Sims, throwing a pity party for one.

Clearly, Cryin’ Sims is as two-faced as they come in this business. One wonders what he might say when the Chiefs face the Buccaneers next season (Kansas City last played the NFC South in 2004, which would make for a possible Chiefs-Bucs matchup in 2008).

One thing is certain: Should he become the next great defensive tackle as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer and enjoy a Hall of Fame career, Edwards won’t be the one introducing him in Canton.

Hammock Parties · 06-24-2007, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

I don't blame him for feeling the way he does, but he's brought a lot of it on himself, and now he's just slamming KC because it's really the only thing he's got the power to do.

With all the deadweight we cut this offseason I might be able to do a weekly "Ex-Chief Update" during the regular season. Hicks, Knight, Green, Sims, Black, Kawika....

Direckshun · 06-24-2007, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Lost in the Mail

With all the deadweight we cut this offseason I might be able to do a weekly "Ex-Chief Update" during the regular season. Hicks, Knight, Green, Sims, Black, Kawika....

ABSOLUTELY.

I don't know about other folks, but I'm a huuuuge fan of The Road Not Traveled. I love hearing about what could have been to see if we made the right choice in retrospect.

I really like that idea.

Edit: For example, I've been keeping tabs on DT Kris Jenkins, who we failed to trade for (he's shown up dramatically overweight to OTAs in Carolina) and WR Robert Meachum, who we passed up for Bowe (he's shown up overweight as well and recently received a minor injury that may not heal until the preseason).

Hammock Parties · 06-24-2007, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

ABSOLUTELY.

I don't know about other folks, but I'm a huuuuge fan of The Road Not Traveled. I love hearing about what could have been to see if we made the right choice in retrospect.

I really like that idea.

Plus, slamming Ryan Sims every week is the gift that keeps on giving.

God bless ten yard torrents.

Direckshun · 06-24-2007, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Lost in the Mail

Plus, slamming Ryan Sims every week is the gift that keeps on giving.

God bless ten yard torrents.

Thing is, I honestly think we got the better deal in all of the deals we executed (and the deals we didn't execute) this offseason, so I think we'll finally experience a season where keeping up with the could-have-beens will be a vastly rewarding exercise.

I expect the only former Chief that'll experience a degree of success this season will be Trent. Kawika might come close on a stat-friendly weakside assignment in New York, but he'll be out of position.

Hammock Parties · 06-24-2007, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

I expect the only former Chief that'll experience a degree of success this season will be Trent. Kawika might come close on a stat-friendly weakside assignment in New York, but he'll be out of position.

Last I saw Kawika was playing the strongside in New York. Trent is going to crash and burn.

Direckshun · 06-24-2007, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Lost in the Mail

With all the deadweight we cut this offseason I might be able to do a weekly "Ex-Chief Update" during the regular season. Hicks, Knight, Green, Sims, Black, Kawika....

Not that you would, but don't forget Tynes.

Hammock Parties · 06-24-2007, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Not that you would, but don't forget Tynes.

Oh yeah! Righteous anger, weekly.

Direckshun · 06-24-2007, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Lost in the Mail

Last I saw Kawika was playing the strongside in New York. Trent is going to crash and burn.

He should be a true MLB on a team that allows the MLB to crash the LOS and create havok near the QB. That's simply not going to work out, having him cover TEs all day. I'm sad we don't get to play New York this year, Tony G would school the shit out of Kawika.

I desperately hope Trent holds up. Just make it to 70% and I'm happy.

I'm afraid that team's going to crumble around him and they'll bench him after 8 weeks. How much you want to bet he complains about weighted competitions then?

06-23-2007, 12:29 PM
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $4410478	The Bitter Buc http://chiefs.scout.com/2/653840.html One of the worst things you can do in any profession is burn the bridges you built when first breaking in to the job. While it might feel good for a fleeting moment or two, in the long run it will come back to haunt you in some way. This doesn’t just apply to office workers and the average blue-collar American. It applies to professional athletes, too – even the high-dollar prima donnas in the NFL. Most recently, it applies to defensive tackle Ryan Sims – currently of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, but apparently, a life-long member of the Sour Grapes Club. In Thursday’s edition of Tampa’s Herald Tribune , Sims went off on Chiefs head coach Herm Edwards. He accused him of creating a negative atmosphere in Kansas City, and blew the lid off a shocking scandal in which he claims 28 Chiefs’ veterans requested trades out of Kansas City last season. This is nothing new. If you’ve been paying attention, Sims has been doing this since the middle of last season. The Kansas City Star featured Sims as part of a November article in which the defensive tackle complained about being relegated to backup status. He blamed Edwards for not giving him a chance and basically playing favorites between Sims and the new defensive tackles the team signed that offseason (James Reed and Ron Edwards). That led to his eventual exodus from Kansas City and arrival in Tampa Bay, where his first action was to – you guessed it – rip the Chiefs. Last month, on Tampa Bay’s website, Sims basically accused the Chiefs of not investing in the defense, stating that Tampa Bay was his dream location and paradise on earth for NFL defensive lineman. He reiterated his comments about being KC’s black sheep. It’s not difficult to understand why Sims is taking the low road with all of this. Before Edwards arrived in Kansas City, Sims was guaranteed a starting spot. That all changed when the Chiefs signed Reed and Edwards. By dumping Sims down the depth chart, the Chiefs essentially made him a second-class NFL citizen, which is where he is right now in Tampa Bay. The Tribune classified his current plight with the Buccaneers as “fighting for a roster spot.” Now, I don’t have to tell Chiefs fans about how absurd Sims’ comments are. Everyone knows two of Herm’s favorite catchphrases are “It’s okay” and “We’re fine.” For a team apparently playing under the cruel whip of such spirit-destroying overlords, the Chiefs’ defense fought to the last man against Peyton Manning and the Colts in the playoffs last season. And clearly, 28 players seeking a trade is ridiculous. Sims claimed that “every starter” was trying to get out of Kansas City. Does that include the players Edwards brought into the organization? How could it possibly include the 11 defensive starters – including leftovers from the Dick Vermeil era – that enjoyed KC’s best defensive season in almost a decade? How about the 11 offensive starters? Why would aging veterans like Will Shields, Casey Wiegmann, Trent Green and Eddie Kennison want to uproot their lives in Kansas City just to play a season or two more somewhere else? Tony Gonzalez might be KC’s highest-profile citizen and has stated numerous times he wants to finish his career as a Chief. Are we supposed to believe he confessed his true desires in a late-night gossip session with Sims and all the other disgruntled Chiefs? I’m looking forward to a potential book authored by Sims on this subject, because I do enjoy a good work of fiction. But Sims’ latest rant goes beyond absurdity. In fact, he’s delving into hypocrisy. During his last training camp as a Chief, Sims had a private conversation with Edwards concerning his future and role on the team. How did he characterize the meeting? “I thought it was a very positive conversation,” Sims said in the Star. “I had some fundamental questions.” “Herm is going to tell you what he feels and how he feels about you,” Sims continued. “I really appreciate that, and I’m glad he’s the type of guy I feel like I can talk to in front of the media or behind closed doors.” Do those quotes sound like Sims thought a negative atmosphere was being fostered in training camp last season? Now let’s take it one step further, and look at this conversation from Herm’s side of the table. Clearly, if he was such a negative man, he’d have something nasty to say about Sims, right? Here’s a quote from an article that appeared on Warpaint Illustrated’s website last August: “We had a good talk before the spring ended,” Edwards said. “We were talking about what I expected out of him and how we were going to get it done. He’s done a great job of playing. He’s competing and is playing up to his talent level consistently.” Does that sound like a negative person? Now let’s take a look at what Edwards had to say when an injury to James Reed forced Sims onto the field. Keep in mind this quote appeared in the same Star article wherein Sims complained about his status in Kansas City. “He’s been solid,” said Edwards. “I think he’s becoming better the more he plays.” Negative? If anyone was negative at the time, it was Sims, throwing a pity party for one. Clearly, Cryin’ Sims is as two-faced as they come in this business. One wonders what he might say when the Chiefs face the Buccaneers next season (Kansas City last played the NFC South in 2004, which would make for a possible Chiefs-Bucs matchup in 2008). One thing is certain: Should he become the next great defensive tackle as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer and enjoy a Hall of Fame career, Edwards won’t be the one introducing him in Canton.
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