KC Star Chiefs Notes: Morton will play Sunday

tk13 · 09-11-2004, 01:08 AM

http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansas...fs/9634683.htm

CHIEFS NOTES

MORTON TO PLAY

After wide receiver Johnnie Morton finished the week of practice without experiencing any significant problems, coach Dick Vermeil said Morton would play Sunday at Denver.

Vermeil said Morton, Eddie Kennison and Dante Hall would receive significant playing time against the Broncos. That leaves rookie Richard Smith as the spare receiver who may not get many snaps.

LAST YEAR'S DEBACLE

The Chiefs' 45-27 loss last year in Denver is best remembered for the Broncos' Clinton Portis rushing for 218 yards and five touchdowns. Few recall that the Chiefs led 21-17 at halftime after getting a touchdown on each first-half possession.

Quarterback Trent Green is one. He also recalled that the Chiefs didn't score again until the game's final moments, long after the Broncos pulled away.

“In the second half we were like a completely different team,” Green said. “We've somehow got to play like we did those first two quarters but stretch it over a four-quarter period. That's something that we're stressing every day.”

INJURY REPORT

Pos. Chiefs Injury Status
TE Kris Wilson leg O
LB Kawika Mitchell ankle D
LB Keyaron Fox thigh Q
WR Samie Parker hamstring Q
WR Dante Hall shin P
CB Dexter McCleon shoulder P
WR Johnnie Morton Achilles P
G Brian Waters bicep P

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Pos. Broncos Injury Status
DT Luther Elliss shoulder Q
OT Cornell Green groin Q
LB Patrick Chukwurah back Q
LB Terry Pierce knee P

Key: O – Out; D – Doubtful; Q – Questionable; P – Probable.

— Adam Teicher/The Star

Demonpenz · 09-11-2004, 01:13 AM

kris wilson is out! We are screwed

RedandGold · 09-11-2004, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

kris wilson is out! We are screwed

No...it's "We're DOOMED"

Deberg_1990 · 09-11-2004, 08:29 AM

Oh well.....i dont expect Morton to Light it up or anything..but at least hes a saavy veteran to have in the game....I really had hoped that this would provide a chance for R Smith to step it up and show us what hes got! Maybe this wil be better for him and leave him wide open more since no one will even know who he is. That is..if he ever even see the field?

Megbert · 09-11-2004, 01:41 AM

I read today at a bar that Trent Greens stock is "down" since Morton is hurt and Bo is done for the season and we were weak at WR last year.

Ummmm Looks like Morton will play on Sunday and well Bo didn't exactly light it up last season. Gotta love these national ass clowns, they read a couple of headlines and make their conclusions.

As long as Trent is on and we have Holmes, Gonzo and a couple serviceable WR not to mention T-Rich we will be fine on O.

RedandGold · 09-11-2004, 08:33 AM

I look at it on the bright side in that we are basically lining up the same talent that constituted the league's best offense. Even though it would have been nice to see an upgrade at Morton's position, we aren't any worse off.

With this being said, it wouldn't surprise me at all to see Smith on the field for quite a few snaps.

**Bowser** · 09-11-2004, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by RedandGold

With this being said, it wouldn't surprise me at all to see Smith on the field for quite a few snaps.

I'm thinking that's not such a bad thing. I would love to see him push for the third WR job, just so Dante doesn't get worn out through the season.

dtrain · 09-11-2004, 10:46 AM

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Vermeil said Morton, Eddie Kennison and Dante Hall would receive significant playing time against the Broncos. That leaves rookie Richard Smith as the spare receiver who may not get many snaps.

Smith not get many snaps! If I am not mistaken didn't he have an outstanding camp? What is the use of playing your butt off just to sit the bench. LET THE BEST PLAYER PLAY! Who cares if that person is drafted or not.

Deberg_1990 · 09-11-2004, 10:48 AM

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Vermeil said Morton, Eddie Kennison and Dante Hall would receive significant playing time against the Broncos. That leaves rookie Richard Smith as the spare receiver who may not get many snaps.

Smith not get many snaps! If I am not mistaken didn't he have an outstanding camp? What is the use of playing your butt off just to sit the bench. LET THE BEST PLAYER PLAY! Who cares if that person is drafted or not.

Exactly! We need to give this guy some snaps to see if hes a "true playa" or not? At the very least give Dante some rest!

Mr. Laz · 09-11-2004, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by dtrain

LET THE BEST PLAYER PLAY!

what makes you think he's not...

oh i remember, it's that bullchips concept that Morton isn't any good.

Mr. Christopher · 09-11-2004, 10:54 AM

I highly doubt that Smith would qualify as "The Best Player." If he was, I believe he would play.

I don't think that it matters whether he was drafted or not...there's a certain running back on this team that wasn't drafted, either.

Hoover · 09-11-2004, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Christopher

I highly doubt that Smith would qualify as "The Best Player." If he was, I believe he would play.

I don't think that it matters whether he was drafted or not...there's a certain running back on this team that wasn't drafted, either.

Hey Hot Lips!

TRR · 09-11-2004, 11:49 AM

Smith will get some snaps because I think Morton's conditioning will become a factor during the game.

I am very, very glad to see Morton will be playing. That means we can spread the snaps around, and keep Dante a little bit fresher during the game.

philfree · 09-11-2004, 11:54 AM

Just go Johnny go! Go!
Johnny B. Good!

PhilFree

BigChiefFan · 09-11-2004, 12:17 PM

Morton playing is a good thing. We need his veteran experience going into Invesco to help open up the offense. Boerigter being out sucks, but it would be alot worse if Morton was out, too.

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tk13 ... Join Date: Nov 2001 Casino cash: $2022500	KC Star Chiefs Notes: Morton will play Sunday http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansas...fs/9634683.htm CHIEFS NOTES MORTON TO PLAY After wide receiver Johnnie Morton finished the week of practice without experiencing any significant problems, coach Dick Vermeil said Morton would play Sunday at Denver. Vermeil said Morton, Eddie Kennison and Dante Hall would receive significant playing time against the Broncos. That leaves rookie Richard Smith as the spare receiver who may not get many snaps. LAST YEAR'S DEBACLE The Chiefs' 45-27 loss last year in Denver is best remembered for the Broncos' Clinton Portis rushing for 218 yards and five touchdowns. Few recall that the Chiefs led 21-17 at halftime after getting a touchdown on each first-half possession. Quarterback Trent Green is one. He also recalled that the Chiefs didn't score again until the game's final moments, long after the Broncos pulled away. “In the second half we were like a completely different team,” Green said. “We've somehow got to play like we did those first two quarters but stretch it over a four-quarter period. That's something that we're stressing every day.” INJURY REPORT Pos. Chiefs Injury Status TE Kris Wilson leg O LB Kawika Mitchell ankle D LB Keyaron Fox thigh Q WR Samie Parker hamstring Q WR Dante Hall shin P CB Dexter McCleon shoulder P WR Johnnie Morton Achilles P G Brian Waters bicep P ---- Pos. Broncos Injury Status DT Luther Elliss shoulder Q OT Cornell Green groin Q LB Patrick Chukwurah back Q LB Terry Pierce knee P Key: O – Out; D – Doubtful; Q – Questionable; P – Probable. — Adam Teicher/The Star
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Deberg_1990 In Search of a Life Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Antonio Tx. Casino cash: $3914454	Oh well.....i dont expect Morton to Light it up or anything..but at least hes a saavy veteran to have in the game....I really had hoped that this would provide a chance for R Smith to step it up and show us what hes got! Maybe this wil be better for him and leave him wide open more since no one will even know who he is. That is..if he ever even see the field?
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Megbert New and shiny. Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: KC KS Casino cash: $9270260	I read today at a bar that Trent Greens stock is "down" since Morton is hurt and Bo is done for the season and we were weak at WR last year. Ummmm Looks like Morton will play on Sunday and well Bo didn't exactly light it up last season. Gotta love these national ass clowns, they read a couple of headlines and make their conclusions. As long as Trent is on and we have Holmes, Gonzo and a couple serviceable WR not to mention T-Rich we will be fine on O.
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09-11-2004, 10:46 AM	#8
dtrain Who's your daddy? Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Junction City Casino cash: $2113306	[QUOTE=tk13][url] Vermeil said Morton, Eddie Kennison and Dante Hall would receive significant playing time against the Broncos. That leaves rookie Richard Smith as the spare receiver who may not get many snaps. Smith not get many snaps! If I am not mistaken didn't he have an outstanding camp? What is the use of playing your butt off just to sit the bench. LET THE BEST PLAYER PLAY! Who cares if that person is drafted or not. __________________ To bad more of the team doesn't have this mentality!!!
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Mr. Christopher Starter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Indianapolis, IN Casino cash: $10014105	I highly doubt that Smith would qualify as "The Best Player." If he was, I believe he would play. I don't think that it matters whether he was drafted or not...there's a certain running back on this team that wasn't drafted, either.
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TRR The Priest and I Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: CO Casino cash: $9870185	Smith will get some snaps because I think Morton's conditioning will become a factor during the game. I am very, very glad to see Morton will be playing. That means we can spread the snaps around, and keep Dante a little bit fresher during the game.
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