Chiefs Luke Joeckel may pique Chiefs’ interest at No. 1 overall - Page 4

**DaneMcCloud** · 01-08-2013, 07:59 PM

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For as long as Luke Joeckel remains on the draft board in April, he’s likely to be seriously considered by whichever team happens to be on the clock.

The Chiefs, by virtue of holding the No. 1 overall pick, will have first crack at the standout Texas A&M offensive tackle. Joeckel finalized his plan Tuesday to enter the 2013 NFL Draft, according to multiple reports.

The 6-foot-6 Joeckel played a key role in Johnny Manziel’s sudden takeover of college football this season. Despite playing against elite SEC talent, week in and week out, Joeckel turned in a dominant 2012 and is considered to be, for now, the top available offensive lineman for the coming draft.

How strongly Kansas City leans toward Joeckel depends on a number of factors, not the least of which being Branden Albert’s pending free agency.

The Chiefs face the usual options with Albert set to hit the market: re-sign him, let him walk or slap the franchise tag on him. That third choice would cost the Chiefs just shy of $10 million, but it’s hard to see them allowing their starting left tackle to walk.

The variable that could push them toward that money-saving decision is Joeckel. If the Chiefs convince themselves in the coming couple of weeks that Joeckel is capable of filling Albert’s shoes, that swap may make sense for new head coach Andy Reid. Kansas City also might be intrigued by the prospect of Joeckel at left tackle and Albert at guard — the Chiefs need to address their interior line, too, now that guard Ryan Lilja has decided to retire.

Unfortunately for Reid and the Chiefs, the top of this year’s draft class does not have an obvious No. 1 pick — unlike the 2012 draft, where the Colts had their choice between Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III. Given Kansas City’s obvious needs (quarterback, receiver and linebacker, for starters), that lack of a clear superstar has to be even more frustrating.

Which is why Joeckel has a shot to go No. 1, should Albert hit free agency and a huge K.C. roster hole suddenly meshes with the available draft talent.

Even if Joeckel slides past the Chiefs, though, he will find no shortage of teams interested in his talent — so much so, in a few cases, that the rest of the top 5 (Jacksonville, Oakland, Philadelphia and Detroit) might be able to swing a draft-day trade contingent on Joeckel’s availability.

But any of that quartet also could make a case for Joeckel early. Both the Jaguars and Raiders had huge issues at right tackle; the Eagles struggled all over their line (save for Evan Mathis), and are still awaiting Jason Peters’ return from an Achilles injury; and the Lions might be shorthanded, even with 2012 first-rounder Riley Reiff in tow, if Jeff Backus retires and Gosder Cherilus leaves in free agency.

All those teams will have to wait to see what the Chiefs do as a 2013 draft opener. Given Joeckel’s potential as an NFL lineman and the lack of elite prospects, a match could be made at No. 1 overall.

**PHOG** · 01-08-2013, 08:32 PM

With the number 1 pick of the 2013 NFL draft, the Kansas City Chiefs select Geno Smith, Quarterback,West Vagina, USA!!!!

**chefsos** · 01-08-2013, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by EagleRob

For those interested search the name I mentioned earlier. It's all there. Sorry - pleading ignorance.

This happens a lot. And it's funny every time. I asked a question about it years ago and guys here ****ed with me for a while before I made the connection.

**RealSNR** · 01-08-2013, 08:34 PM

Luke Joeckel may pique Chiefs' interest at No. 1 overall.

And Blackbob and CoMo may discover a cure for AIDS by next Wednesday

EagleRob · 01-08-2013, 08:34 PM

West Vagina! We don't even use that here in VA about twenty minutes from the WV border. Excellent!

**SAUTO** · 01-08-2013, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

No idea WTF you're alluding to here.

No one talks much about it.

I was I'm a thread once when a couple people involved were discussing it.
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TheGuardian · 01-08-2013, 08:36 PM

God. No.

Every year people slate us to take a left tackle. EVERY. YEAR.

**SAUTO** · 01-08-2013, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGuardian

God. No.

Every year people slate us to take a left tackle. EVERY. YEAR.

Who is your pick?
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Demonpenz · 01-08-2013, 08:38 PM

Vick and this LT

EagleRob · 01-08-2013, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

Vick and this LT

I'll make that deal right now. Where's my pen? Vick and the #4 for Geno.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 01-08-2013, 08:39 PM

What in the **** is the deal with Big Charlie's? Someone PM it to me if it's that big of a deal.

Hoover · 01-08-2013, 08:39 PM

I love how a typical 1st round LT is promoted but not a QB in this draft. What's going on?

**RealSNR** · 01-08-2013, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EagleRob

I'll make that deal right now. Where's my pen? Vick and the #4 for Geno.

Nuh uh.

You give us Vick and we'll give you Cassel.

Deal?

stonedstooge · 01-08-2013, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

Vick and this LT

Vick would rape if you kept him protected

Demonpenz · 01-08-2013, 08:41 PM

Geno wouldn't do well in Philly.

**cabletech94** · 01-08-2013, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Fritz88

By all means, let one of the other four teams trade up and get him.

if we still get geno? i'm ALL in on this.

01-08-2013, 07:59 PM
DaneMcCloud Supporter Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Hollywood, CA Casino cash: $10053648	Luke Joeckel may pique Chiefs’ interest at No. 1 overall http://nfl.si.com/2013/01/08/luke-jo...-no-1-overall/ For as long as Luke Joeckel remains on the draft board in April, he’s likely to be seriously considered by whichever team happens to be on the clock. The Chiefs, by virtue of holding the No. 1 overall pick, will have first crack at the standout Texas A&M offensive tackle. Joeckel finalized his plan Tuesday to enter the 2013 NFL Draft, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-6 Joeckel played a key role in Johnny Manziel’s sudden takeover of college football this season. Despite playing against elite SEC talent, week in and week out, Joeckel turned in a dominant 2012 and is considered to be, for now, the top available offensive lineman for the coming draft. How strongly Kansas City leans toward Joeckel depends on a number of factors, not the least of which being Branden Albert’s pending free agency. The Chiefs face the usual options with Albert set to hit the market: re-sign him, let him walk or slap the franchise tag on him. That third choice would cost the Chiefs just shy of $10 million, but it’s hard to see them allowing their starting left tackle to walk. The variable that could push them toward that money-saving decision is Joeckel. If the Chiefs convince themselves in the coming couple of weeks that Joeckel is capable of filling Albert’s shoes, that swap may make sense for new head coach Andy Reid. Kansas City also might be intrigued by the prospect of Joeckel at left tackle and Albert at guard — the Chiefs need to address their interior line, too, now that guard Ryan Lilja has decided to retire. Unfortunately for Reid and the Chiefs, the top of this year’s draft class does not have an obvious No. 1 pick — unlike the 2012 draft, where the Colts had their choice between Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III. Given Kansas City’s obvious needs (quarterback, receiver and linebacker, for starters), that lack of a clear superstar has to be even more frustrating. Which is why Joeckel has a shot to go No. 1, should Albert hit free agency and a huge K.C. roster hole suddenly meshes with the available draft talent. Even if Joeckel slides past the Chiefs, though, he will find no shortage of teams interested in his talent — so much so, in a few cases, that the rest of the top 5 (Jacksonville, Oakland, Philadelphia and Detroit) might be able to swing a draft-day trade contingent on Joeckel’s availability. But any of that quartet also could make a case for Joeckel early. Both the Jaguars and Raiders had huge issues at right tackle; the Eagles struggled all over their line (save for Evan Mathis), and are still awaiting Jason Peters’ return from an Achilles injury; and the Lions might be shorthanded, even with 2012 first-rounder Riley Reiff in tow, if Jeff Backus retires and Gosder Cherilus leaves in free agency. All those teams will have to wait to see what the Chiefs do as a 2013 draft opener. Given Joeckel’s potential as an NFL lineman and the lack of elite prospects, a match could be made at No. 1 overall.
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01-08-2013, 08:32 PM	#46
PHOG Dazed and Confused Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Somewhere Out There Casino cash: $2160500	With the number 1 pick of the 2013 NFL draft, the Kansas City Chiefs select Geno Smith, Quarterback,West Vagina, USA!!!!
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01-08-2013, 08:34 PM	#49
EagleRob Living Vicariously Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Leesburg, VA Casino cash: $10004900	West Vagina! We don't even use that here in VA about twenty minutes from the WV border. Excellent! __________________ Enjoy the ride up!
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01-08-2013, 08:36 PM	#51
TheGuardian MVP Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $8315299	God. No. Every year people slate us to take a left tackle. EVERY. YEAR.
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01-08-2013, 08:38 PM	#53
Demonpenz I got Rice cookin in the micro Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Apartment "G UNIT!" Casino cash: $3232136	Vick and this LT __________________
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01-08-2013, 08:39 PM	#56
Hoover Rufus Dawes Jr. Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $1768179	I love how a typical 1st round LT is promoted but not a QB in this draft. What's going on?
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01-08-2013, 08:41 PM	#59
Demonpenz I got Rice cookin in the micro Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Apartment "G UNIT!" Casino cash: $3232136	Geno wouldn't do well in Philly. __________________
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