Will Shields retires

[Coogs]

http://www.chiefsplanet.com/

In the upper right hand column, there is a link from ESPN that says Shields is hanging it up. I am at home and have the slowest dial-up connection on the face of the earth.

[bdeg]

Chiefs' Shields retires after stellar career
By Len Pasquarelli
ESPN.com

Offensive guard Will Shields of the Kansas City Chiefs, one of the NFL's most celebrated blockers of this era on the field and most honored philanthropists off it, has decided to retire from the NFL after 14 seasons.

Will Shields
Shields

A 12-time Pro Bowl performer and certain candidate for Hall of Fame honors, Shields made the announcement of his retirement on his Web site on Sunday evening.

"The love for the game never decreased but, as the years passed, the physical requirements of the game became harder to fulfill each and every day," Shields wrote on the site. "If it was up to me I would play football forever but, as we all know, that is unrealistic."

Shields, 35, has been a fixture for the Chiefs at right guard and a leader in the Kansas City community since the team selected the former Nebraska star in the third round of the 1993 draft. He is the longest-tenured player on the Kansas City roster and his 224 appearances and 223 starts are franchise records.

In 14 seasons, Shields never missed a game, and he failed to start only one contest, his first regular-season outing, as a rookie in 1993. He is one of only four NFL players since the merger in 1970 to start more than 200 straight games.

Shields has appeared in 12 straight Pro Bowl games and his 224 regular-season games are more than any of the seven modern-era guards currently in the Hall of Fame.

As notable an impact as Shields has made on the field, where he is regarded as one of the premier in-line blockers in modern league history, his accomplishments outside of football are just as laudable.

As a rookie, Shields and his wife, Senia, established the "Will to Succeed Foundation." The foundation's Web site defines its purpose as "inspiring, guiding and improving the lives of abused, battered and neglected women and children."

The foundation, and numerous other charitable efforts helped earn Shields the NFL's prestigious Walter Payton Man of the Year honor in 2003. Shields and his wife have garnered considerable recognition in other quarters as well for the lives they have affected.

Shields has flirted with the notion of retirement in the past, notably a year ago, and he sat out most of the Chiefs' offseason conditioning program as he deliberated his future. After much thought, Shields returned to the team and enjoyed another standout season.

He has three seasons remaining on his contract, at base salaries of $1.2 million (for 2007), $1.59 million (2008) and $1.98 million (2009). Shields becomes the second potential Hall of Fame offensive lineman to retire from the Chiefs in the last two years. Tackle Willie Roaf, a 11-time Pro Bowl performer, retired last year.

"I am looking forward to a future filled with sports in mind," Shields wrote. "Whether it is in the stands, on the sideline, in the press box or in a office -- football will remain in my blood."

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2838586&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines

[bdeg]

"I am looking forward to a future filled with sports in mind," Shields wrote. "Whether it is in the stands, on the sideline, in the press box or in a office -- football will remain in my blood."

Possible future Chiefs O-Line coach?

[noa]

Thanks for everything Will Shields. The guy was a stand up player and a great role model. One of the best Chiefs ever.

[Hammock Parties]

Cya.

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[DaFace]

Not a huge surprise, but still sucks to hear. Thanks, Will.

[Coogs]

Thanks for everything Will Shields. The guy was a stand up player and a great role model. One of the best Chiefs ever.

:thumb:

[DaFace]

From Will's web site:

http://www.willtosucceed.org/

THANK YOU KANSAS CITY!!!

Everyday I count the blessings that have been bestowed upon my family and me. Each day I am thankful that I was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs and think of all the people who have supported the team, our family’s foundation, and me. This community is like no other when it comes to support. Fourteen years sure fly by when you get to do what you love. The love for the game never decreased but, as the years passed, the physical requirements of the game became harder to fulfill each and every day. If it was up to me I would play football forever but, as we all know, that is unrealistic.

However, I do hope to always be connected to the game in some capacity. The decision to hang up my cleats has not been an easy one to make for me but one I knew I would eventually have to make. Today, I am letting everyone know that I am putting away my pads.

First, I would like to thank the guys who came before me…who paved the way for me to have an opportunity to play in this league….I thank my parents, brother, and sister for their unwavering love….I thank the guys who have fought beside me to try to fulfill the ultimate dream…..I thank my coaches from Lawton High who saw potential in me and gave me the first shot at a little boy’s dream…..I thank my coaches at the University of Nebraska who let a young kid play as a freshman….and I thank the Kansas City Chiefs for allowing me to dance in the most exciting stadium in the NFL….I thank the Hunt family for their support through the years and last, but not least, I thank my number one fan base, my wonderful wife and children.

I am looking forward to a future filled with sports in mind. Whether it is in the stands, on the sideline, in the press box or in a office--football will remain in my blood. My best wishes to all and I hope to see you soon

Thank you again, for all your support.

Will Shields
April 15, 2007

[kstater]

Don't let the door hit you on the way out.


Joking. A lot of good years from one of the best. Not very surprised by this we saw this coming for a long time. Good luck to him in the future.

[Coach]

Thanks for the great memories Will.

[Marco Polo]

So does this change our draft needs?!

[LiL stumppy]

Good luck.You will be missed.

[blueballs]

Grunhards Show
just got better

[FAX]

That, my friends, is the end of an era.

FAX

[milkman]

So does this change our draft needs?!

No.

I don't think this surprises anyone.

[Coach]

A hell of a 3rd round draft pick, from Nebraska.

[bdeg]

So does this change our draft needs?!

I'd say Grubbs or Blalock are possibilities depending on how the team feels about Welbourn.
http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6017/shieldsonraykz1tm7.gif (http://imageshack.us)

[Hammock Parties]

http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6017/shieldsonraykz1tm7.gif (http://imageshack.us)

**** yeah!

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/4782/shieldsgh1.gif (http://imageshack.us)

[StcChief]

Thanks for the long memories Will.

HOF in 5 years

[FAX]

God. Those are awesome blocks.

FAX

[ChiefsCountry]

Great career Will. Sorry you didnt get a championship.

[the Talking Can]

not surprised, he knows we're retooling....

maybe my favorite Chief ever...a close second to DT....except for the last two years he dominated every snap on the field...

[brent102fire]

Thanks for everything, Will! Both on the field and off. Good luck in the future. It's official, one of the best O-lines in the NFL is gone. It's time for KC Chiefs O-line, Part II:

McIntosh, Terry, Waters, Wiegmann?, Welbourn?

[the Talking Can]

**** yeah!

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/4782/shieldsgh1.gif (http://imageshack.us)

boy, they should just play that for his Hall of Fame presentation...Strength and Perfect Technique...gets his pad under Ray-Ray then turns and slams him....Rare

[Chief Roundup]

thanks for all the memorys and years of hard work Will

[bdeg]

I can't stop watching the blocks. It's been like 10 minutes, hahaha.

We'll miss ya Will.

Thanks

[Sam Hall]

A hell of a 3rd round draft pick, from Nebraska.

Tom Osborne was upset that Shields was drafted so low. People thought he couldn't pass block because he played for Nebraska.

[FAX]

boy, they should just play that for his Hall of Fame presentation...Strength and Perfect Technique...gets his pad under Ray-Ray then turns and slams him....Rare

A thing of beauty.

The other one isn't too bad either. Absorbs contact, controls the engagement, turns him, and flattens him into the pavement like a duck. That's gotta hurt.

FAX

[Tribal Warfare]

one of the greatest Guards of all-time, Shields presence will be missed.

[Deberg_1990]

A hell of a 3rd round draft pick, from Nebraska.


Yep, probably the best value we ever had....

Thanks for the memories Will. Its too bad you never got a ring..Now go and punch King Carl right in his mouth.

[the Talking Can]

Shields was quiet, but he was mean, and he wasn't afraid of anyone....I'd love to been in the room when the OL watched tape on the Raven's game...THAT would be priceless to hear them laughing at Ray-Ray....

**** lord we wasted a great OL

[FAX]

**** lord we wasted a great OL

That should be a t-shirt.

FAX

[GoHuge]

Thanks Will!

[88TG88]

One of the greatest to ever sport the red and yellow. Thanks Will

[Megbert]

Class act and 1st balloter or better be.

[Halfcan]

Thanks for the long memories Will.

HOF in 5 years

He will probably get snubbed like DT- because all he did was block-lol

[Halfcan]

Thanks Will- we'll miss ya.

[Halfcan]

Broadie will be meat on a stick this year.

[the Talking Can]

That should be a t-shirt.

FAX

no shit

but isn't that Carl's and the Chief's legacy?

Roaf
Priest
Shields
Waters
Gonzo
T-Rich
Green
Szott
Grunhard
etc...

all with NO RING......there have been a handle of games in history (i'm barely exaggerating) where an OL played better than ours did against the Colts, even Solari said they graded out PERFECT...and we got Dick (Vermeil) to show for it...

but Will is going to the Hall no questions asked, even the East Coast wieners can't deny him

[siberian khatru]

Knew it was coming.

Truly an all-time Chief, bound for Canton. Great player, great person.

[stevieray]

One of the greatest players ever to never get a ring...

:cuss:

Thanks, Will, we were lucky to have you. Class act.

edit: sorry, tc, you beat me to it.

[Reaper16]

Thanks, Will. You were an inspiration out on that field.

[Dave Lane]

Thanks for the memories Will awesome Chief on and off the field.

Dave

[Halfcan]

How is Will going to make it when DT didn't?

[siberian khatru]

How is Will going to make it when DT didn't?

"Didn't"? You mean hasn't, yet.

DT will. And so will Shields.

[the Talking Can]

How is Will going to make it when DT didn't?

because they can't use the stupid "one-dimensional" argument against an OL....he was a technician and excelled in run and pass blocking...

the only argument against him is that is team never won a superbowl...imho, becuase of his position, Shields is more a lock than DT

[alpha_omega]

Thanks Will!!!!!!!

[Halfcan]

"Didn't"? You mean hasn't, yet.

DT will. And so will Shields.

I hope you are right. They both deserve it. Both were NFL man of the year also.

[Mr. Laz]

Possible future Chiefs O-Line coach?
the chiefs should be all over that

have Shields start this year as assistant Oline coach


he should be able to step right and know what they want



with solari and Offensive Coordinator ... Shields should be able to be the Oline coach next year.


:clap:

[Hammock Parties]

Jesus Christ. Not this shit again. Will Shields will never coach in Kansas City.

[bdeg]

Jesus Christ. Not this shit again. Will Shields will never coach in Kansas City.

I only brought it up because Will Shields brought it up. He said he wants to be around football, and mentioned being on the sidelines.

[Rain Man]

http://www.rottnestisland.com/NR/rdonlyres/80968342-2F4C-4E56-B00E-95AE21C85B57/7049/ANZAC2.jpg

[Adept Havelock]

Thanks for everything Will.

Enjoy a well-earned retirement from the NFL.

[Wile_E_Coyote]

DT was the NFL after hours party commissioner

a few HOF voters' daughters must have got the
KC strip performed on their perceived innocence

[Halfcan]

because they can't use the stupid "one-dimensional" argument against an OL....he was a technician and excelled in run and pass blocking...

the only argument against him is that is team never won a superbowl...imho, becuase of his position, Shields is more a lock than DT

True, lets hope Blob Gretz doesn't do the presentation.

[Halfcan]

Jesus Christ. Not this shit again. Will Shields will never coach in Kansas City.

Did you have to take the Lords name in Vain? - believer

[Rain Man]

http://www.stanislaussheriff.com/pub_info/archive/2002/n091102/images/21_gun_salute.jpg

(Reload)

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[Dark Horse]

Thanks for all the great years Will one of the very best Chiefs ever.

[Mr. Laz]

I only brought it up because Will Shields brought it up. He said he wants to be around football, and mentioned being on the sidelines.
ignore him ....... he's gotta take the opposite view of everyone


except his his booty-call buddy, Nick.

[Rain Man]

http://i.cnn.net/cnn/SPECIALS/2004/reagan/interactive/interactive.military.funerals/gal.04.06.taps.army.jpg

[FAX]

Kind of silly, I know. But I always thought Will Shields was a classically awesome name for an offensive lineman.

FAX

[BigRock]

The block .gifs are awesome. So long, Will.

[Rain Man]

http://gely-family.chez-alice.fr/caroline/images/kennedy_salute.jpg

Camelot is officially gone.

[FAX]

For God's sake, no Challenger explosion pics please, Mr. Rain Man.

FAX

[Smed1065]

Appreciate it Will!

[Hammock Parties]

Damn, Rain Man. How about Princess Di's wreck?

[Rain Man]

For God's sake, no Challenger explosion pics please, Mr. Rain Man.

FAX

http://www.chron.com/content/interactive/special/challenger/pictures/txmag/wave.gif

[bdeg]

Kind of silly, I know. But I always thought Will Shields was a classically awesome name for an offensive lineman.

FAX

Definitely.

[Direckshun]

I dare anybody to make the argument that there was ever a better Guard in the NFL.

Ever.

Not to mention he was a member of one the top 5 OLs ever to play in the NFL, and has been teamed with Waters as the top Guard tandem the NFL's ever seen.

So long, Will. Thanks.

[BigRock]

We need caps of a teary Michael Clark Duncan from the scene in Armageddon where the shuttle is flying back home without Bruce Willis.

"Yo, Will. You da man."

[crazycoffey]

Good bye Mr. Shields, it was a great great run. You're going to be missed.


Thanks for the clips too, GoChiefs. I could barely stop watching them.

[Hammock Parties]

Larry Allen was pretty good.

[OmahaChief]

Thanks for the good times Will. You were a class act and human being. You were always good to the Chiefs and Chief's fans. Best of luck in your retirement.

[Fire Me Boy!]

I will continue to wear my #68 jersey with pride. Thanks a lot, Will. You are the man.

[Rain Man]

Damn, Rain Man. How about Princess Di's wreck?

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/41126000/jpg/_41126656_elton_diana_funeral_bbc.jpg

[FAX]

In the name of all that grows pubic hair, Mr. Rain Man. No more.

FAX

[The Bad Guy]

This really isn't a huge deal.

I greatly appreciate all Will did for this team. He's was the only player on the team to last win a playoff game.

He is one of the greatest lineman to ever play.

His play slipped last year. We have Welbourne to peg into there and put Terry at RT. It's not the end of the world.

Enjoy retirement, Will, you have earned it.

[Rain Man]

In the name of all that grows pubic hair, Mr. Rain Man. No more.

FAX


Don't try to denigrate Will, FAX. Not now.

[Nzoner]

Thanks for the memories Will

[Hammock Parties]

Who will help me carry him.

http://img364.imageshack.us/img364/6206/gladgo9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[FAX]

Jesus.

FAX

[Rain Man]

Jesus.

FAX

http://www.boston-catholic-journal.com/our-lady-of-sorrows-2.jpg

[Direckshun]

Rep to every single Shields .gif posted in this thread, and any more posted in its future.

[Hammock Parties]

Been savin' this pic:

http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/9907/18ks2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[KcMizzou]

Ugh, crap.

Thanks for everything, Will.

[Easy 6]

So long Will...*sound fades out to the strains of "Simply The Best"*

[Skip Towne]

Larry Allen was pretty good.
So was Jerry Kramer. He threw "The Block".

[Hammock Parties]

So was Jerry Kramer. He threw "The Block".

Jerry Kramer would get abused in the modern NFL. What was he, 250 pounds?

[Iowanian]

Thanks to Will Shields for being a great Chief, both on and off the field.

He's a player that is easy to miss. I do hope the Chiefs find some capacity to retain his services...Oline coach, office.....something....he needs to be a part of the Chiefs.

[Hammock Parties]

Thanks to Will Shields for being a great Chief, both on and off the field.

He's a player that is easy to miss. I do hope the Chiefs find some capacity to retain his services...Oline coach, office.....something....he needs to be a part of the Chiefs.

I think Will is going to be a member of the media. Maybe he can replace that annoying fat guy on NFL Network.

[Mr. Kotter]

Thanks, Will. You have always been a class act. :clap:

[Hammock Parties]

I just shaved in honor of Will Shields.

[Logical]

Will we cannot replace an icon, you will be missed. Class all the way, enjoy your retirement.

[tomahawk kid]

God Bless Ya, Will.

You are the greatest.

[blueballs]

I think Will is going to be a member of the media. Maybe he can replace that annoying fat guy on NFL Network.

he was on Grunhard's radio show
in the last couple of years and it
sounded then like they might pair up

[JBucc]

I'm back just in time to say goodbye Will. You will always be remembered as a great ambassador of the NFL and especially the Chiefs.

[RP_McMurphy]

Next stop Canton.

[Bugeater]

Thanks for all the great memories Will, as both a Husker and a Chief.

[morphius]

Sadly it is the right time for him to hang them up, but hats off to someone who made a difference on and off the field for the Chiefs and KC.

Always a shame when the real good guys have to retire.

[Extra Point]

Best OG ever! Thanks, Mr. Shields, for your great contributions on and off the field!

[ILChief]

We now have to draft multiple offensive linemen.

As of now our group is (from left tackle to right tackle):

McIntosh-Waters-Wiegman-Welbourne-Terry


We also have: Svitek(potential), Sampson(injury prone), Bober(experienced utility), The Mexican Giant, and a few guys nobody has ever heard of.

It's not quite Roaf-Waters-Wiegman-Shields-Tait :)

[Hammock Parties]

I actually think we'll have a solid line, but the depth is worrisome.

[Chiefs Pantalones]

Professional football players...don't play for the Chiefs. You won't get a ring.

Thanks, Carl.

[The Dude Abides]

Thanks for the memories, Will.

[boogblaster]

It was fun..Best with what-ever..Class-act .....

[Logical]

We now have to draft multiple offensive linemen.

As of now our group is (from left tackle to right tackle):

McIntosh-Waters-Wiegman-Welbourne-Terry


We also have: Svitek(potential), Sampson(injury prone), Bober(experienced utility), The Mexican Giant, and a few guys nobody has ever heard of.

It's not quite Roaf-Waters-Wiegman-Shields-Tait :)A second day of mourning, first was the retirement of Roaf, now Shields, the glory days of our offense are definitely gone. LJ will struggle to avg 4 ypc now that is for sure.

[Frazod]

Happy trails, Will. Thanks for all the dedication and hard work. :thumb:

[Hammock Parties]

LJ will struggle to avg 4 ypc now that is for sure.

Jesus Christ. Just ignore the upgrades to the offensive line.

[milkman]

We now have to draft multiple offensive linemen.

As of now our group is (from left tackle to right tackle):

McIntosh-Waters-Wiegman-Welbourne-Terry


We also have: Svitek(potential), Sampson(injury prone), Bober(experienced utility), The Mexican Giant, and a few guys nobody has ever heard of.

It's not quite Roaf-Waters-Wiegman-Shields-Tait :)

Yeah, let's just ignore all the other holes in our lineup and draft a bunch of O-Linemen.

I think we were going to draft a couple of O-Linemen anyway, and Shields' retirement was already speculated, and expected.

[BigRock]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:

[Frazod]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:

I doubt it. But his play has slipped to the point where he isn't worth big money anyway.

[Thig Lyfe]

Durn it.

Thanks Will. You're one of the greatest.

[bdeg]

Hm, those gifs didn't last long.
Here's mine again for those that missed it the first time around.
http://img375.imageshack.us/img375/3031/shieldsonraykz1ie5.gif (http://imageshack.us)

[Logical]

Jesus Christ. Just ignore the upgrades to the offensive line.The upgrades don't come close to the departures of Roaf and Shields in quality.

[2bikemike]

Will Shields is the epitome of a Pro. Thanks for the memories and may what ever you decide to do in your retirement bring you the satisfaction and joy you so richly deserve. Thanks for being our Iron Man.

[Hammock Parties]

The upgrades don't come close to the departures of Roaf and Shields in quality.

Thankyou for that wonderful insight. Both of our offensive tackle positions have been upgraded this offseason. Welbourn taking Shields spot is basically a push because of Will's decline last year.

[HemiEd]

Will Shields is the epitome of a Pro. Thanks for the memories and may what ever you decide to do in your retirement bring you the satisfaction and joy you so richly deserve. Thanks for being our Iron Man.

Could not have said it better. Bye Will!

[Coach]

Kind of silly, I know. But I always thought Will Shields was a classically awesome name for an offensive lineman.

FAX

A QB can take comfort, knowing that one of his lineman is named "Shields" as in a armor.

[Mr. Kotter]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:

If it's true, that's worthy of a CP stoning. Even at his age and performance level, he's a top-20 starting Guard in this league; his replacement won't be. Talk about a guy who's earned a little "love." :hmmm:

[bdeg]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:
I don't buy that without some evidence. He was going to retire last year if it weren't for Roaf. I can't imagine what his body must feel like after all those years. Imagine those knees.

[FAX]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:

Umm. I can't help but be a little skeptical about ProFootballTalk's statement, Mr. BigRock. First off, Mr. GoChiefs has mentioned nothing of it. Second off, Will could probably get more money simply by asking for it and Carl would pony. Third off, well there is no third off, but in lieu of an actual third off, let me say that I'm glad Mr. Rain Man has stopped posting those incredibly depressing photographs.

FAX

[Mr. Laz]

Thankyou for that wonderful insight. Both of our offensive tackle positions have been upgraded this offseason. Welbourn taking Shields spot is basically a push because of Will's decline last year.
fine ......... then i don't wanna hear anymore bullchit bout how the offense sucks because we lost willie Roaf this season.

[Logical]

Thankyou for that wonderful insight. Both of our offensive tackle positions have been upgraded this offseason. Welbourn taking Shields spot is basically a push because of Will's decline last year.Bend over until you can see your anus and stick your head in, you are blinded by stupidity.

[Hammock Parties]

Bend over until you can see your anus and stick your head in, you are blinded by stupidity.

You are blinded by negativism.

True or false: Our offensive line will be better in 2007.

[Direckshun]

Upgrades over both Ts.

Welbourne is a step down.

Waters is as good as ever.

Weigmann is a step down because he's aging.

It's all a wash to me, at this point, barring a good draft pick.

[Mr. Kotter]

You are blinded by negativism.

True or false: Our offensive line will be better in 2007.

No one is gonna be able to answer that question with any degree of certainty, and you know it. As bad as it was last year at times, this year will require growth by Sampson (or, I say Svitek) and play beyond anything McIntosh is known for. And Wellborne as an upgrade of Will, even at this stage of his career...is questionable. Bottom-line, is you could be right...but I wouldn't be betting on it. :(

[OctoberFart]

Great career Will. Sorry you didnt get a championship.
Great player who will be missed but not by the rest of AFC west. Don't mean to piss on your parade but did the chefs every win a playoff game with Shields?

[Mr. Kotter]

Great player who will be missed but not by the rest of AFC west. Don't mean to piss on your parade but did the chefs every win a playoff game with Shields?

If Elway had been an OG, you wouldn't have won any.

[cdcox]

Expected. Thanks, Will. A true great.

[Demonpenz]

he has to be on the all time team. I don't know him personally but seems to be a guy you can still point too to show your kids how to act on and off the field

[Demonpenz]

was regan the last resident when shields wasn't there last? He was an iron man. He also benifited from good luck. How often did you see somone roll on his leg. Not often

[OctoberFart]

If Elway had been an OG, you wouldn't have won any.
??????

[Bowser]

Great player who will be missed but not by the rest of AFC west. Don't mean to piss on your parade but did the chefs every win a playoff game with Shields?

Yes.

[greg63]

That, my friends, is the end of an era.

FAX

That, Mr. Fax, is a fact. I am sad.:(

[Logical]

You are blinded by negativism.

True or false: Our offensive line will be better in 2007.False

[KcMizzou]

You are blinded by negativism.

True or false: Our offensive line will be better in 2007.I'm a total homer.... but this is a slam dunk. False. Obviously.

[FAX]

Jesus Christ. Just ignore the upgrades to the offensive line.

I wouldn't write an article about this just yet, Mr. GoChiefs.

So far, it's like losing 5 dollars and finding a dime.

FAX

[listopencil]

Hm, those gifs didn't last long.
Here's mine again for those that missed it the first time around.
http://img375.imageshack.us/img375/3031/shieldsonraykz1ie5.gif (http://imageshack.us)





Was that from the game where Ray Lewis was crying about being double teamed and even senile ol' Madden was pointing out that he wasn't?

[KcMizzou]

Was that from the game where Ray Lewis was crying about being double teamed and even senile ol' Madden was pointing out that he wasn't?I'm 90% sure it is.

[FAX]

Was that from the game where Ray Lewis was crying about being double teamed and even senile ol' Madden was pointing out that he wasn't?

Looks like it, Mr. listopencil. A great game, that was. Poor Ray was getting flattened by everyone including T-Rich one on one.

FAX

[listopencil]

I'm 90% sure it is.

Looks like it, Mr. listopencil. A great game, that was. Poor Ray was getting flattened by everyone including T-Rich one on one.

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That was a fun game. I don't even remember who won but I loved watching Ray Lewis get his ass kicked. I can't root for KC to win against some team that's not in our division but I was rooting for whichever Chief was kicking Ray's ass on any given play. That was just a beautiful thing to watch.

[KcMizzou]

Looks like it, Mr. listopencil. A great game, that was. Poor Ray was getting flattened by everyone including T-Rich one on one.

FAXOur line just destroyed those guys. It was a fun game to watch. I don't remember a game where the line stood out so much.

Maybe it was just because of the hype for the Raven's D.... but that was fun.

[listopencil]

I watched that little animation about twenty times before I even noticed the ball carrier, just watching that block over and over.

[KcMizzou]

That was a fun game. I don't even remember who won but I loved watching Ray Lewis get his ass kicked. I can't root for KC to win against some team that's not in our division but I was rooting for whichever Chief was kicking Ray's ass on any given play. That was just a beautiful thing to watch.You may not be able to root for the Chiefs, but I'm sure you don't mind rooting against the Ravens. :)

[listopencil]

You may not be able to root for the Chiefs, but I'm sure you don't mind rooting against the Ravens. :)


The Ravens in general and Ray Lewis always.

[KcMizzou]

The Ravens in general and Ray Lewis always.Yeah... Ray Lewis needs to be pancaked on every play.

[listopencil]

Yeah... Ray Lewis needs to be pancaked on every play.



When Ray Lewis buys milk, I root for it to be sour. I wish him pain and anguish for the rest of his days.








'asta.

[FAX]

That was a fun game. I don't even remember who won but I loved watching Ray Lewis get his ass kicked. I can't root for KC to win against some team that's not in our division but I was rooting for whichever Chief was kicking Ray's ass on any given play. That was just a beautiful thing to watch.

We won, Mr. listopencil. You know, I've sort of wondered about that game.

Monday night (as I recall), Chiefs not historically good on the road, fearsome and deadly Ravens defense, that was basically the setup. So, they mic Ray (Vermeil later commented that he didn't like our players wired during games) and off we go.

Anyway, the game ensues and Ray gets his ass kicked repeatedly. Not just once, mind you. But repeatedly by every Chief who has his number. Then he starts complaining on the sideline about stuff that wasn't even happening (like being double-teamed, not getting help, etc.). One would think that, knowing he was wired, Ray would not have whined as much.

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[KcMizzou]

Anyway, the game ensues and Ray gets his ass kicked repeatedly. Not just once, mind you. But repeatedly by every Chief who has his number. Then he starts complaining on the sideline about stuff that wasn't even happening (like being double-teamed, not getting help, etc.). One would think that, knowing he was wired, Ray would not have whined as much.

FAX But thank God he did. LMAO

[FAX]

But thank God he did. LMAO

Absolutely, Mr. KcMizzou. Great entertainment for us'ns.

Still, everyone watching the game could see what was happening. It was obvious to everyone including Madden, as Mr. listopencil rightfully says. I just wonder what Ravens fans were thinking as he broke into tears after Waters broke his nose.

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[Mojo Rising]

ProFootballTalk has chimed in to claim that Will is retiring over money. As in, if they give him more, he'll be back.

:rolleyes:

If it is over money we should not give him more. Shieds was a great player for us for many years. However, I saw too many sack up the middle over the past couple of years.

WS made Holmes, Johnson, Allen, Anders, Williams, Hill more money than their agents. However, the last 2 PB's were gifts. It will pad the numbers enough to make him the next Chiefs HOF. Although DT deserves to be in.

[FAX]

If it is over money we should not give him more. Shieds was a great player for us for many years. However, I saw too many sack up the middle over the past couple of years.

WS made Holmes, Johnson, Allen, Anders, Williams, Hill more money than their agents. However, the last 2 PB's were gifts. It will pad the numbers enough to make him the next Chiefs HOF. Although DT deserves to be in.

With all respect, Mr. Mojo Rising, would you not agree that a Will Shields at 70% trumps a Welbourne at 100% (or whatever he is now)?

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[jlscorpio]

Will is no doubt in the conversation as greatest Chief ever with Lenny, Bobby, Willie, Buck, DT, and TG

[Mojo Rising]

With all respect, Mr. Mojo Rising, would you not agree that a Will Shields at 70% trumps a Welbourne at 100% (or whatever he is now)?

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Mr. Fax, I am not Mr. Hunts Accountant so I have no concern of his personal wealth. I do not think we are near the salary cap so my initial response is to agree that Shields is better than Welbourne.

However, if the young Hunt is like the old Hunt he treats the salary cap more like a friend than enemy...so the extra expense is a concern.

And, Shields play has slipped enough over the past couple of years where I doubt he would be better than Welbourne. If Welbourne can clear a UA.

There were too many sacks last year (and the year before during Roafs pre-retirment season) that I assumed would have been due to pressure off the edges. Upon further review they were right up the middle.

I know Shields didnt play all 3 interior line positions. Many of the sacks were on his side.

[bdeg]

We won, Mr. listopencil. You know, I've sort of wondered about that game.

Monday night (as I recall), Chiefs not historically good on the road, fearsome and deadly Ravens defense, that was basically the setup. So, they mic Ray (Vermeil later commented that he didn't like our players wired during games) and off we go.

Anyway, the game ensues and Ray gets his ass kicked repeatedly. Not just once, mind you. But repeatedly by every Chief who has his number. Then he starts complaining on the sideline about stuff that wasn't even happening (like being double-teamed, not getting help, etc.). One would think that, knowing he was wired, Ray would not have whined as much.

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Is there any chance that this is uploaded somewhere? A torrent? I know its a lot shot, but oh man would I love to watch that game again.

[FAX]

Mr. Fax, I am not Mr. Hunts Accountant so I have no concern of his personal wealth. I do not think we are near the salary cap so my initial response is to agree that Shields is better than Welbourne.

However, if the young Hunt is like the old Hunt he treats the salary cap more like a friend than enemy...so the extra expense is a concern.

And, Shields play has slipped enough over the past couple of years where I doubt he would be better than Welbourne. If Welbourne can clear a UA.

There were too many sacks last year (and the year before during Roafs pre-retirment season) that I assumed would have been due to pressure off the edges. Upon further review they were right up the middle.

I know Shields didnt play all 3 interior line positions. Many of the sacks were on his side.

Excellent points, all, Mr. Mojo Rising. Well considered and compellingly presented.

You're 100% right about Shields not performing up to his former standards over the past couple of years. One has to wonder, however, how much of that is due to his fading abilities, the line calls, and/or the talent next to him.

Nevertheless, I would take a semi-washed up Shields over a roided up Welbourne any day. The cap, of course, is another matter entirely. You're right about that, too. One can only speculate as to why the Chiefs spend the way they do. Only Mr. htismaqe knows the answers to those questions.

Having said that, I think the time is right for Will to retire. We're rebuilding, our offensive glory days are behind us for the time being, and he can "walk" away with pride intact.

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[FAX]

Is there any chance that this is uploaded somewhere? A torrent? I know its a lot shot, but oh man would I love to watch that game again.

I have a copy but, unfortunately, no clue as to how to convert into a torrent or something useful, Mr. bdeg.

It's such a classic game, though, I'm sure it's out there somewhere. Where is Mr. GoChiefs when you need him?

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[beer bacon]

The upgrades don't come close to the departures of Roaf and Shields in quality.

The problem with this logic is that Roaf was already gone last season, and Shields wasn't great the last couple seasons.

Will our O-line be a lot more worse then our 2003 line? Definitely.

Could our O-line be better then they were in 2006? Definitely.

[Mojo Rising]

Excellent points, all, Mr. Mojo Rising. Well considered and compellingly presented.

You're 100% right about Shields not performing up to his former standards over the past couple of years. One has to wonder, however, how much of that is due to his fading abilities, the line calls, and/or the talent next to him.

Nevertheless, I would take a semi-washed up Shields over a roided up Welbourne any day. The cap, of course, is another matter entirely. You're right about that, too. One can only speculate as to why the Chiefs spend the way they do. Only Mr. htismaqe knows the answers to those questions.

Having said that, I think the time is right for Will to retire. We're rebuilding, our offensive glory days are behind us for the time being, and he can "walk" away with pride intact.

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Cool. Will & Roaf/Alt in retirement is like Jimmy and Jim jamming in the Great Gig In The Sky!

[RedThat]

Thank you Will Shields for all the great years you put here in Kansas City.

You were as dominant, steady, and consistent as ever! More than any other football player I've ever seen here in Kansas City. Sorry that you never won a Super Bowl Ring. I hope you get into Canton. You definately deserve a spot in the Hall of fame.

You'll be missed. As fans we appreciate what you did on the football field and off. Truly a class act.

Take care Will

[T-post Tom]

Lookout Grunny, your on-air replacement may have just rode into town...
Either way, John Alt has a new fishing buddy.

[Sure-Oz]

Excellent career for him, too bad we didn't get him a ring. one of my favorite chiefs ever.

[mikey23545]

What news to greet me on a Monday morning....That's what I get for staying away from Chiefs Planet on a Sunday, I guess...

We don't get to see too many of the truly great ones during our lives. Appreciate what we had, 'cause it will not soon happen again.

Thanks for the memories, Mr. Shields!

[ct]

It's a good decision from Will Shields. Thanks for the outstanding representation for our Chiefs, Will!!! See you in Canton!

[InChiefsHeaven]

I can't watch the videos, I click on them and it just sends me to image shack...I'm a dumbass...what do I need to do to see them?

[the Talking Can]

I can't watch the videos, I click on them and it just sends me to image shack...I'm a dumbass...what do I need to do to see them?

you have to be pure of heart

[Jenson71]

You were the best, Will. You were awesome and a great guy for a young offensive lineman like myself to look up to.

[Duck Dog]

Ring fame and hall of fame bound. It was awesome having one of the truly greats. He's making a good decision.

[ROYC75]

Will, Ray Lewis is one happy thug today just knowing that he will not have to see you anymore on the football field.

If you get on here by some small chance....... Thanks and best of luck to ya,

[InChiefsHeaven]

you have to be pure of heart

So, basically I'm screwed. Great... :)

[mylittlepony]

Thanks for the sweat, blood and tears you will be missed good luck in the future.

[Katie]

It's a sad day for the Chiefs Nation, but a new day for Will...anybody have Will Shields wallpaper?

[TRR]

The changes in the O Line are really going to hurt. It is nice, however, to have some veteran guys like Welbourn and Terry to step in. It may be a tough season next year if the D can't carry the O.

LJ might kill someone next season.

[vailpass]

Croyle might want to tank it a little in camp and pre-season. Give Huard the opportunity of playing behind the 2007 KC O-line until they have had a half season or so to gel. Anytime you have a new combination at O-line there are pass protect breakdowns and blown running assignments.

Otherwise we might find out real fast if Croyle has improved on his ability to avoid injury or if he is still made of glass.

[RedThat]

Kind of silly, I know. But I always thought Will Shields was a classically awesome name for an offensive lineman.

FAX

lol...you know, he's got the perfect name for an offensive lineman. SHIELDS! As in protector, guard! Gotta love it.

[Crashride]

love ya will

[Hammock Parties]

False

You're retarded. Terry and McIntosh are CLEAR upgrades.