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Mr. Laz · 10-08-2012, 06:00 PM

Chiefs start crafting offensive plan with Quinn at QB

BY ADAM TEICHER

The Kansas City Star

DAVID EULITT

Chiefs quarterback Brady Quinn will most likely start on Sunday.

Romeo Crennel’s first act as Chiefs head coach last December was to name Kyle Orton as the new starting quarterback. In making the announcement, Crennel expressed plenty of confidence that Orton could help the Chiefs win.

Crennel is now on the verge of making another quarterback change, this one forced by the concussion to Matt Cassel. Crennel didn’t sound on Monday as confident in Brady Quinn, the probable starter in Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers in Tampa, as he was in Orton.

“Kyle is a more experienced guy,’’ Crennel said. “This is a different scenario and a different situation. I know Brady will be ready to play, and Brady is going to do everything he can to help this team win.’’

Having given that less-than-resounding endorsement, Crennel and the Chiefs on Monday began the process of making the quarterback switch. Even at that, Crennel wasn’t ready to declare that Cassel was out for Sunday’s game.

“Not totally, but just from what I’ve seen about concussions, they can be difficult,’’ Crennel said. “The individual is the thing. Some individuals recover faster than others. With the emphasis on concussions in the league, they’re making sure we do due diligence on the player’s health and making sure he’s not rushed back.

“They’re going to run several tests to see where he is. Generally, concussions are not good, but we’re concerned about the safety and welfare of the player and we’re going to give him an opportunity to get well. In the meantime, Brady Quinn has to get ready to play, and Ricky Stanzi has to be ready to play.’’

Still, the Chiefs began crafting the offensive plan for next Sunday’s game with Quinn as their quarterback. It presumably will be a little different than the plan for Sunday’s 9-6 loss to Baltimore, one in which the Chiefs tried 50 running plays but only 18 passes.

“We have to look at the strength of every player we’re going to play in the game. The things Brady does well, we have to tilt the game plan toward those things. If we didn’t, we wouldn’t be very good coaches.’’

The Chiefs won’t have their first practice session of the week until Wednesday. Tight end Tony Moeaki said he didn’t think the transition from Cassel to Quinn would be complicated.

“We did all that work with him in training camp, and he takes reps in practice,’’ Moeaki said. “So we’ll be comfortable if Brady has to go and we’ll make it work.’’

Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/2012/10/08...#storylink=cpy

htismaqe · 10-09-2012, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Radar Chief

Same here and would prefer he was taken off the field due to his performance instead.

This.

beach tribe · 10-09-2012, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Laz

say goodbye to Geno Smith

We will not have the #1 pick anyway, and that''s the only way we get Smith. I want him really bad, but I have had no delusions about getting him. It's not gonna happen. Crennel is in his last shot as a HC and is not gonna tank the season.

beach tribe · 10-09-2012, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I wish Cassel hadn't been injured

Me too. I wanted to see him yanked. I bet Crennel was happy he got injured.

10-09-2012, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Thanks. My immediate thought was why the NFL doesn't do the speed thingy like the baseball league does on pitches. Those data would be fun to see.

Because 65 MPH passes aren't quite as important to the game as 98 MPH pitches. Some of the better passes you'll see are going to be touch balls dropped into a receiver's hands rather than rifled in at the top of the QB's arm potential. Most fans would get pretty bored with it especially when they find out some of the more popular QB's in the game aren't throwing as hard as you want to believe. As confusing as QB efficiency rating numbers can be, they're really the best way to determine the value of a QB.

beach tribe · 10-09-2012, 10:04 AM

I would love to see Brady become(by some MIRACLE)a late blooming franchise QB, but he's gonna have to be a bonafide star. although I am excited to see how he does, if he in any way keeps us from drafting a 1st round QB, I'm not gonna be able to deal with next season.

durtyrute · 10-09-2012, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by beach tribe

I would love to see Brady become(by some MIRACLE)a late blooming franchise QB, but he's gonna have to be a bonafide star. although I am excited to see how he does, if he in any way keeps us from drafting a 1st round QB, I'm not gonna be able to deal with next season.

He is a first round qB

**Bane** · 10-09-2012, 10:17 AM

At least he looked like he wanted to get the ball back at the end of the game.Casshole would have been on the bench smirking and dropping his hat.

King_Chief_Fan · 10-09-2012, 10:21 AM

Interesting how Crennel makes it clear that Brady is a passer (since they are changing the game plan) and Cassel is not a passer

Marcellus · 10-09-2012, 10:24 AM

I hope the WR can run farther than 10 yards still, they may be out of shape.

King_Chief_Fan · 10-09-2012, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by dtchiefs4life

This is where we just have to let it all out with Quinn and see what we got. He's only had 9 games with Cleveland who had no talent. He's got WRs and Jamaal here. Im not saying he's the future but maybe he could be a stop gap for a year while we groom a rookie QB. I also want to see Stanzi. Mr. Pioli's only QB he's drafted here needs to play to see why Pioli drafted him

no to Stanzi....you said it yourself...Pioli drafted him...Pioli picked Cassel as well and paid him 60M....I already know what Stanzi is just based on that....Not to mention he doesnt dress out, can't win the back up job.

**Bane** · 10-09-2012, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcellus

I hope the WR can run farther than 10 yards still, they may be out of shape.

From that distance the ball may appear too small for them to pick up!

Radar Chief · 10-09-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by durtyrute

He is a first round qB

That hasn’t held a starting job in forever and was brought here specifically to not put any pressure on Cassel.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad for the change but I’m not expecting anything other than the smell of the shit they’re spreading around the field will be a little different.

Chief Faithful · 10-09-2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by King_Chief_Fan

Interesting how Crennel makes it clear that Brady is a passer (since they are changing the game plan) and Cassel is not a passer

That sounds so good.

Sorter · 10-09-2012, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Lzen

What if Quinn leads this team to the playoffs? And what if they were to win a playoff game? Then how would you feel? Not saying it's going to happen, but I would definitely be excited about it.

Depends on how he plays in both the win and loss in the playoffs. I'd love for Quinn to do well as I feel he's been given poor opportunities to succeed. However, I want Geno. I do not want Quinn to interrupt that process unless he shows he will be as good or better than Geno.

Deberg_1990 · 10-09-2012, 11:17 AM

No matter how good or bad Quinn is, they still should try and draft a top tier QB. The only scenario where you shouldnt IMO is if Quinn wins a Super Bowl this year.

Dont want to get fooled by the "1 year wonder" Brady Anderson scenario.

10-08-2012, 06:00 PM
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Chiefs begin scheming to fit Brady Quinn Chiefs start crafting offensive plan with Quinn at QB BY ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star DAVID EULITT Chiefs quarterback Brady Quinn will most likely start on Sunday. Romeo Crennel’s first act as Chiefs head coach last December was to name Kyle Orton as the new starting quarterback. In making the announcement, Crennel expressed plenty of confidence that Orton could help the Chiefs win. Crennel is now on the verge of making another quarterback change, this one forced by the concussion to Matt Cassel. Crennel didn’t sound on Monday as confident in Brady Quinn, the probable starter in Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers in Tampa, as he was in Orton. “Kyle is a more experienced guy,’’ Crennel said. “This is a different scenario and a different situation. I know Brady will be ready to play, and Brady is going to do everything he can to help this team win.’’ Having given that less-than-resounding endorsement, Crennel and the Chiefs on Monday began the process of making the quarterback switch. Even at that, Crennel wasn’t ready to declare that Cassel was out for Sunday’s game. “Not totally, but just from what I’ve seen about concussions, they can be difficult,’’ Crennel said. “The individual is the thing. Some individuals recover faster than others. With the emphasis on concussions in the league, they’re making sure we do due diligence on the player’s health and making sure he’s not rushed back. “They’re going to run several tests to see where he is. Generally, concussions are not good, but we’re concerned about the safety and welfare of the player and we’re going to give him an opportunity to get well. In the meantime, Brady Quinn has to get ready to play, and Ricky Stanzi has to be ready to play.’’ Still, the Chiefs began crafting the offensive plan for next Sunday’s game with Quinn as their quarterback. It presumably will be a little different than the plan for Sunday’s 9-6 loss to Baltimore, one in which the Chiefs tried 50 running plays but only 18 passes. “We have to look at the strength of every player we’re going to play in the game. The things Brady does well, we have to tilt the game plan toward those things. If we didn’t, we wouldn’t be very good coaches.’’ The Chiefs won’t have their first practice session of the week until Wednesday. Tight end Tony Moeaki said he didn’t think the transition from Cassel to Quinn would be complicated. “We did all that work with him in training camp, and he takes reps in practice,’’ Moeaki said. “So we’ll be comfortable if Brady has to go and we’ll make it work.’’ Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/2012/10/08...#storylink=cpy
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beach tribe Keep doubting J MFing Houston Join Date: May 2007 Location: ft.lauderdale Casino cash: $4848036	I would love to see Brady become(by some MIRACLE)a late blooming franchise QB, but he's gonna have to be a bonafide star. although I am excited to see how he does, if he in any way keeps us from drafting a 1st round QB, I'm not gonna be able to deal with next season.
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Bane C.H.I.E.F.S Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: **** your face Casino cash: $10005055	At least he looked like he wanted to get the ball back at the end of the game.Casshole would have been on the bench smirking and dropping his hat.
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King_Chief_Fan Praise Him Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: none ya Casino cash: $5915486	Interesting how Crennel makes it clear that Brady is a passer (since they are changing the game plan) and Cassel is not a passer
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10-09-2012, 11:17 AM	#120
Deberg_1990 In Search of a Life Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Antonio Tx. Casino cash: $3944454	No matter how good or bad Quinn is, they still should try and draft a top tier QB. The only scenario where you shouldnt IMO is if Quinn wins a Super Bowl this year. Dont want to get fooled by the "1 year wonder" Brady Anderson scenario. __________________ Originally Posted by Cassel's Reckoning: Matt once made a very nice play in Seattle where he spun away from a pass rusher and hit Bowe off his back foot for a first down. One of the best plays Matt has ever made.
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