DV wouldn't do it, his ego wouldn't allow it. Unless Priest says, "I want LJ to start, and I spell him," there won't be no change. Priest will start when he comes back, or if he comes back.

If he's out for the year, it will be interesting to see what they do about RB.

I was referring to the story that Priest was going to retire today or tomorrow...

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/5068124

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - A spokesman for the Kansas City Chiefs denied a report Wednesday that running back Priest Holmes may retire because of a spinal injury.

"We won't have anything until later today," said Bob Moore, the director of public relations. "I don't think it's career-ending."
Holmes, 32, a three-time Pro Bowler whose 66 touchdowns between 2002-2004 are an NFL record for any three-year span, was injured on a helmet-to-helmet hit against San Diego on Oct. 30.

He missed last week's game against Oakland and in the past two weeks has seen spinal-injury specialists in California and Florida. Speculation has been rampant that he would be out for an extended period, although the Chiefs have said they were hopeful he would soon return to the lineup.

KSHB reported Wednesday that doctors had found a lump on Holmes' spine and were concerned about possible paralysis should he take a direct hit. Citing a highly-placed source it didn't identify, the station said Holmes could announce his retirement as soon as Thursday.

Holmes' agent, Todd France, was traveling Wednesday and not immediately available. An employee of France's agency, who asked not to be named, disputed the report and said suggestions that Holmes was about to retire were inaccurate.

But no one was discounting the possibility Wednesday that the Chiefs' career rushing leader could be out an extended period, perhaps the rest of the year.

Injuries have caused Holmes to cut short two of his last three seasons. But he has shown flashes of his old self while rushing for 451 yards and six touchdowns on 119 carries. He also has 21 catches for 197 yards, including a 60-yard catch-and-run for a touchdown in a victory over Washington on Oct. 16.

If he is out for a long period, the Chiefs would turn to Holmes' backup, Larry Johnson, who has averaged 5.2 yards per carry, with 506 yards on 97 attempts. Johnson had two touchdowns in the 27-23 victory Sunday over Oakland, including a 1-yard vault on the final play of the game. He has frequently complained that he was not being given enough carries.

"I don't have any information," coach Dick Vermeil said Tuesday. "In fact, sometimes I get upset because I don't have more information. But the information and communication system is in the right hands."

When the three-time Pro Bowl running back is cleared to play again, it will be as the Chiefs' starter — even though Johnson has both of Kansas City's 100-yard rushing games this year.

For all that, though, Vermeil wants Holmes back as soon as possible — especially with the Chiefs (5-3) suiting up three backs against the Raiders. Two —Tony Richardson and Ronnie Cruz — are fullbacks.

Although the Chiefs could go with Johnson as their halfback again Sunday against Buffalo, Vermeil said, "I'm hoping that doesn't happen. We know how talented he is, but we know we need two good running backs."

Vermeil, who had been using Holmes in two of every three offensive rotations, left no doubt as to his preference for the veteran.

"If you want to base it on merit, you have to look at everything Priest Holmes has done," Vermeil said. "His numbers have been the best in the NFL."

:rolleyes:.........yea, actually I am...lost his burst, what games have you been watching......:harumph:

You can't be serious.

He spends more time on IR than David Boston. That's sad.

Dude, He only said he's not retiring, not that he's not through playing football. There could be settlement issues being worked on. Maybe Priest wants to see if it gets better in the off season, try a comeback. Who knows? But Moore is the publicity spinner for King Carl. He lacks credibility but he didn't deny anything but that priest isn't retiring. Well he's got a frigging loop hole to drive that lie through.

I'm not saying kill the guy and wash away his records and achievements with the KC. I'm just saying it's time that he's the backup, if he comes back this year, which is doubtful.

My a$$ Priest lost his burst. He has a more methodical way of running than LJ, he just doesnt pound it up the middle. Thats why it was great to have both, a change of pace.

Believe me, switching the backs on the defense helped LJ. Dont get me wrong, LJ is a great back, but it is joke to say Priest has lost his burst.

You make good points, but I would suggest that things have been headed that way lately. 1) Recently Priest told LJ to stay in. 2) The Health situation may dictate to Dick not to give Priest the primary load. I think DV does what he does for good reason, but should back off from it once in a while when it makes sense.

I would love to have them both, too, but he gets injured all the time. Older=more injuries, usually. He's not the same RB as he was in 03. 03 was his peak year, and he has fallen.

Oh, so now he's on IR? Talk about exaggerating the situation. I'm not saying that Priest should be the starter, but you go from "lost his burst" to having him on IR. Did you even watch the Redskins game?

02 was his peak year, IMO.

He wasn't the same after that hip injury.

Yep, I probably jumped the gun but am glad to have some good news on this. You are right, the other shoe may drop yet but I hope not.

I watched the Redskins game. I just think his time is done as starter. He'll break some now and then, but he's usually fighting the injury bug now. Dude is small, we can't forget that. He's built like a brick, but he's still a small guy and at 32 I doubt his body is recovering faster than 25-26.

I hope he doesn't go on IR. I hope he comes back this season, but I doubt it.