Chiefs Alex Smith to ask for release

htismaqe · 01-28-2013, 09:33 AM

I don't really want him.

But I would be WAY more mad if we trade for him than if we sign him as a free agent.

TEX · 01-28-2013, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

I don't really want him.

But I would be WAY more mad if we trade for him than if we sign him as a free agent.

This.

Coogs · 01-28-2013, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

I don't really want him.

But I would be WAY more mad if we trade for him than if we sign him as a free agent.

I'm not cool with the draft picks for Smith either. As a FA, I have a little more interest.

He is well versed in the WCO, and could at the very least provide some quality competition to which ever QB we draft in April. Competition at the QB position, as we all know, can not be a bad thing.

**Mr. Kotter** · 01-28-2013, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Coogs

I'm not cool with the draft picks for Smith either. As a FA, I have a little more interest.

He is well versed in the WCO, and could at the very least provide some quality competition to which ever QB we draft in April. Competition at the QB position, as we all know, can not be a bad thing.

THIS

CaliforniaChief · 01-28-2013, 10:03 AM

Sure he wants to be a starter. But there's also got to be some hurt over the way he was unceremoniously dumped as the starter due to injury. It was embarrassing for him no doubt.

With that said, I'd absolutely be fine with the following plan:

1. Do not re-sign Quinn.
2. Release Cassel.
3. Sign Alex Smith as a FA (I would never give up picks for him.)
4. Draft Geno Smith.

Next year, let there be a true competition for the starting spot. Knowing that we've got our QBOTF on the roster and learning under Reid/Pederson would actually allow me to be ok with Alex Smith as a 1 year "bridge" type starter.

AndChiefs · 01-28-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

Sure he wants to be a starter. But there's also got to be some hurt over the way he was unceremoniously dumped as the starter due to injury. It was embarrassing for him no doubt.

With that said, I'd absolutely be fine with the following plan:

1. Do not re-sign Quinn.
2. Release Cassel.
3. Sign Alex Smith as a FA (I would never give up picks for him.)
4. Draft Geno Smith.

Next year, let there be a true competition for the starting spot. Knowing that we've got our QBOTF on the roster and learning under Reid/Pederson would actually allow me to be ok with Alex Smith as a 1 year "bridge" type starter.

I agree. If Smith (or whatever QB we draft) needs a year or two to develop then I'd be okay with it. But have a true competition (ala Wilson in Seattle). If Geno wins it you start him with no regard to Alex's feelings.

Coogs · 01-28-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by AndChiefs

I agree. If Smith (or whatever QB we draft) needs a year or two to develop then I'd be okay with it. But have a true competition (ala Wilson in Seattle). If Geno wins it you start him with no regard to Alex's feelings.

And this too!

Rasputin · 01-28-2013, 10:17 AM

Alex Smith does not fit the PASSING QB & offensive role that Andy Reid is looking for. Same boat with Alex Smith as in Matt Cassel 2010. Coach Reid wants to pass the ball not just hand off to the running backs. Alex Smith is a game manager not a game winner.

Do not want not even as a back up, he doesn't want to be a back up. Let young QBs duke it out with one being Geno Smith and a later round QB.

Coogs · 01-28-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

Sure he wants to be a starter. But there's also got to be some hurt over the way he was unceremoniously dumped as the starter due to injury. It was embarrassing for him no doubt.

With that said, I'd absolutely be fine with the following plan:

1. Do not re-sign Quinn.
2. Release Cassel.
3. Sign Alex Smith as a FA (I would never give up picks for him.)
4. Draft Geno Smith.

Next year, let there be a true competition for the starting spot. Knowing that we've got our QBOTF on the roster and learning under Reid/Pederson would actually allow me to be ok with Alex Smith as a 1 year "bridge" type starter.

Absolutely!

ChiefMojo · 01-28-2013, 10:09 AM

I would be fine with that set-up. Regardless we need to draft a QB and get the best possible FA QB. If the new drafted QB needs time, we will have a solid option for the time being as a quality stop gap (2-3 years). Alex Smith is a better QB than Matt Cassel and at this moment is all that matters.

B14ckmon · 01-28-2013, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

Sure he wants to be a starter. But there's also got to be some hurt over the way he was unceremoniously dumped as the starter due to injury. It was embarrassing for him no doubt.

With that said, I'd absolutely be fine with the following plan:

1. Do not re-sign Quinn.
2. Release Cassel.
3. Sign Alex Smith as a FA (I would never give up picks for him.)
4. Draft Geno Smith.

Next year, let there be a true competition for the starting spot. Knowing that we've got our QBOTF on the roster and learning under Reid/Pederson would actually allow me to be ok with Alex Smith as a 1 year "bridge" type starter.

...Why would he sign with a team who just drafted a QB #1 overall if he wants to start?

RyFo18 · 01-28-2013, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by B14ckmon

...Why would he sign with a team who just drafted a QB #1 overall if he wants to start?

Because Free Agency is before the draft?

B14ckmon · 01-28-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by RyFo18

Because Free Agency is before the draft?

Are the Chiefs going to be the first team in history to keep their #1 pick a secret?

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Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

As I already said...

1. There's probably more to it than Smith just not wanting to be a backup. SF experience was embarrassing.
2. He could be a bridge-type one-year starter in KC.
3. The market for starting QB's in terms of FA's isn't that strong.

In addition:
1. Reid's offense could be a nice fit for Smith.
2. Chiefs have the money and cap space to do it.

If you honestly think Alex Smith wants to go from a backup QB collecting Super Bowl rings, to a backup in Kansas City, I offer you this ketchup popsicle and pair of white gloves.

KCRED · 01-28-2013, 05:34 PM

Yeah, no draft picks, but good, WINNING qb to get us throught the next year or two while we groom his successor...Who else?

cosmo20002 · 01-28-2013, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Coogs

Alex Smith to ask for release

Well, bye.

/49ers

01-28-2013, 10:03 AM	#5
CaliforniaChief #RIPAce Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal Casino cash: $12392899	Sure he wants to be a starter. But there's also got to be some hurt over the way he was unceremoniously dumped as the starter due to injury. It was embarrassing for him no doubt. With that said, I'd absolutely be fine with the following plan: 1. Do not re-sign Quinn. 2. Release Cassel. 3. Sign Alex Smith as a FA (I would never give up picks for him.) 4. Draft Geno Smith. Next year, let there be a true competition for the starting spot. Knowing that we've got our QBOTF on the roster and learning under Reid/Pederson would actually allow me to be ok with Alex Smith as a 1 year "bridge" type starter.
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Rasputin Tip of the hat LIV Champs Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: ks Casino cash: $3365421	Alex Smith does not fit the PASSING QB & offensive role that Andy Reid is looking for. Same boat with Alex Smith as in Matt Cassel 2010. Coach Reid wants to pass the ball not just hand off to the running backs. Alex Smith is a game manager not a game winner. Do not want not even as a back up, he doesn't want to be a back up. Let young QBs duke it out with one being Geno Smith and a later round QB.
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ChiefMojo Happy, Happy, Happy!!! Join Date: Jan 2009 Casino cash: $10004935	I would be fine with that set-up. Regardless we need to draft a QB and get the best possible FA QB. If the new drafted QB needs time, we will have a solid option for the time being as a quality stop gap (2-3 years). Alex Smith is a better QB than Matt Cassel and at this moment is all that matters.
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01-28-2013, 09:33 AM	#1
htismaqe 'Tis my eye! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Chiefsplanet Casino cash: $10269900	I don't really want him. But I would be WAY more mad if we trade for him than if we sign him as a free agent.
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