Damn it, look at what happens when I put this laptop down.....
Giggity giggity.....

I also think Jeff Jaga... I'm not going to try to spell his last name (the head coach at Boston College who was recently fired and former offensive coordinator with the Packers) could be an offensive coordinator candidate under Spagnuolo.

CHIEFS MAKE IT OFFICIAL

Posted by Mike Florio on January 13, 2009, 6:02 p.m.

The Kansas City Chiefs have announced that they have hired Scott Pioli to serve as the team’s General Manager.
Pioli, who spent nine years with the Patriots, replaces 20-year G.M. Carl Peterson.

“We are very excited to welcome Scott to the Chiefs,” owner Clark Hunt said. “With his proven track record of success, Scott is the finest player personnel executive in the NFL, and we look forward to his leadership in building a championship organization.”

Pioli, the two-time Sporting News Executive of the Year, acquires full control of a football operation for the first time in his career.
The Patriots, who have lost two key employees in two days, have issued multiple statements regarding the move.

Said owner Robert Kraft: “Scott Pioli was an integral part of the many championships the New England <nobr style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 100%;">Patriotshttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adT...lass_10x10.gif</nobr> have celebrated this decade and I would like to thank him for his countless contributions throughout the past nine seasons. Scott is a great evaluator of talent. He is thorough in his evaluations, extremely organized and has done a tremendous job mining all possible resources to help Coach Belichick and his staff field the players needed to win consistently. He has played an important role in building a championship tradition with players that I am proud to call Patriots. On behalf of the entire Patriots organization, I wish Scott continued success in his new role and offer best wishes to his wonderful wife Dallas, and their beautiful daughter Mia. I think Clark Hunt and the Kansas City Chiefs have made a very wise hire.”

Added Belichick: “To sum up in words everything Scott Pioli has meant to this organization and to me personally would be difficult, if not impossible. From the day I met him, he has demonstrated a passion for football and respect for the game that is second to none. It has been extremely gratifying for me to follow Scott’s career ascension from the bottom of the totem pole in Cleveland to his place as a pillar of championship teams in New England. Now with the opportunity to steer his own ship and a vision of building a winner, there is no more capable, hardworking, loyal, team-oriented person than Scott Pioli.

“On a personal level, the Belichick-Pioli bond runs far deeper than our workplace, as we and our families have shared countless memories away from football. Working side by side with one of my best friends for almost two decades is special enough in itself. But to help each other achieve success beyond our dreams is a blessing and something I will always remember and appreciate.”

Wow. Was that Bill Belichick?

Did I say wow?

And so the Chiefs begin the process of returning to competitiveness in one of the least competitive divisions in the NFL. Per various reports, coach Herm Edwards won’t be part of the process.

But Pioli will. And perhaps under his leadership the team will do something it didn’t do during Peterson’s 20 years and hasn’t done in 40 — win a Super Bowl.

This needs to be broadcast on ESPN News

And the Chiefs! The Chiefs have won! The Chiefs have won! Oh, my God! The most amazing, sensational, dramatic, heartrending ... exciting, thrilling signing finish in the history of the National Football League!

Soon, the Germ Warfare will claim victory.....

talking about scott poli on NFL channel

CHIEFS MAKE IT OFFICIAL

Posted by Mike Florio on January 13, 2009, 6:02 p.m.


“We are very excited to welcome Scott to the Chiefs,” owner Clark Hunt said. “With his proven track record of success, Scott is the finest player personnel executive in the NFL, and we look forward to his leadership in building a championship organization.”


DCS just got slightly euphoria-dizzy reading that statement from Clark.

Good God; it's finally over.

*Hugs DCS*

*kisses billay*

So it's safe to say that Herm is gone?

hahahaha

I'm wondering if we win some games next year the Herm idiots will say the reason we won is because of his personel moves.

Allright lets get this ship turned around.

Teh Ghey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Herm already has

Winnar!

Schwartz is an X & O guy right? I like Spags although I remember when the Chiefs had a great defense in the 90's and we saw what kind of coach Gunther was.

It's like we went to ****ing Delta Burke the last 20 years to waking up to Scarlett Johansen in our beds.

Glorious day.

Heh. In all seriousness, this is a good hire. If it was DeCosta from Baltimore, I wouldn't complain either.

Either way, Clark is off to a good start.

Did you jizz in your pants yet? lol

Twice.

FYP! ROFLROFLROFL

Just further proof, that just because the new Hunt in town handles his business behind closed doors, and doesn't let us all in on what he's up to ; does not mean he isn't hard at it.

The raiders got permission to interview bates for a job on their staff. Maybe OC if they stick with Cable.

At least he isn't being denied permission, in the division no less. Hopefully we have interest in him.

PFT rumor mill

I'm 48, been watching the Chief's since 1968.

I haven't felt this giddy since I watched the Chiefs beat the Vikings in SB4. It's our time.

Only way is up.

Thanks Clark for giving us hope.

Right On!

What a grand day for the Chiefs! I'd almost say that this news makes up for the complete disaster that has been the last couple of years.

A couple of words of advice to Pioli...do not use the words 'five', 'plan' or 'year' in any press conference for any reason.

Would anybody still be ok if Pioli and the new coaching staff were to keep Chan Gailey as OC? I thought Gailey did a pretty good job this year. Maybe he'd be better under a different HC?

I can't wait until 6pm ET tomorrow!

yes, ok with me. Might have to look for a new OL coach. I like TE coach Jon Embree RB coach Curtis Modkins and WR coach Eric Price who could move to QB coach. With Price and a new WR or QB coach as a couple of younger guys, it would put them in positon to learn under chan and be ready for a future promotion. All depends on how Chan fits with Pioli and the New HC.

Just from this year though i like how we really turned things around. But i'm definatly not opposed to a change at OC either.

Hell Yeah!!

Bleh, just flush it. Don't try to fish out the least smelly turd.

I'm cool with Gailey staying on as OC. Promote Price to QBs coach and I'm happy.

CONGRATULATIONS!!

I told you -- This would be one of the best market's to be part of

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FYI: I heard Steve Julio Spagnuolo is in K.C. :(...

I'd defer to Pioli and the new HC but I was impressed Gailey made progress during the year. That's what I look for. Somebody willing to face reality.

Driving home from work and the dumb****s here in LA didnt say one ****ing word bout this. I love Chiefsplanet.

RING DAT TORRIIIII!

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ROFL

it would be awesome if the first thing he said was:

"Kansas City, I have a 5 year.....................CD with Bank of America"

:grr:

think im gonna tivo this shit. history in the making

That, and he managed to be creative by changing the style of offense we ran to more of a pistol spread formation to suits the talents and needs of what he had to work with.

Personally I think Gailey is a playmaker and may well be worth keeping.

Man all the losing this year was sure hard to watch.

But Gawd Damn this lousy ass season was worth every bit.

A top Patriots guy in for King Carl and Herm sent packing in favor for a guy that a top Patriots guy will pick.

Ah yeah......it was worth every bit.

But on the other hand, some of the playcalling from Gailey was questionable.

And I also come to question his adjustments during the latter half of games something to keep in mind for Pioli thats for sure.

I know its an easy guess but I just don't want to take a bunch of crap when the source is wrong. Never happened yet but it will.

If Clark wouldn't have sent Carl packing names like Spagnuolo wouldn't even be being mentioned. A guy like him would never work for Carl. We would be talking about bringing in Shottenhiemers Son or Paul Hacket for head coach.

If it works out the Chiefs just stole top talent from two of the best teams in the NFL.

Unheard of in these parts. Clark Hunt deserves HUGE props for dealing with the big boys and coming out on top.

Pioli's hiring puts K.C. back on the football map

By Michael Blunda
Jan. 13, 2009

The Chiefs have hired Patriots VP of player personnel Scott Pioli as head of football operations, according to our sources.

Pioli had spent nine years in the Patriots' organization, most recently as vice president of player personnel, helping put together three Super Bowl-champion teams.

Pioli's arrival means the end of Herm Edwards' time in Kansas City, as PFW's sources have told us that Pioli has asked Edwards and his staff to clear out their desks at Chiefs headquarters. Edwards was 15-33 in three seasons as the Chiefs' head coach.

The PFW spin

The arrival of Pioli in Kansas City signals a ray of hope for a franchise desperately in need of a change at the top.

After 20 years as president, general manager and CEO of the Chiefs, Carl Peterson had gotten stale. His past 11 seasons included only two postseason appearances, and K.C. hadn't won a playoff game since 1993. His resignation last month was the first step in a structural overhaul of the organization.

Owner Clark Hunt's hiring of Pioli is the next significant step. Considered one of the sharpest minds in the game today, Pioli joined the Patriots in 2000 and quickly worked his way up the ranks. During his tenure in New England, the Pats ascended to join the NFL's elite, winning three Super Bowls and five division crowns.

The only thing Pioli was missing in New England was the title of general manager, something he now can claim in Kansas City. As head of football operations, the 43-year-old has a monumental challenge in front of him: transforming a team that has won six games over the past two seasons into a consistent contender. And after watching two clubs — Atlanta and Miami — go from doormats to playoff qualifiers in one season, the pressure is on.

Pioli's first step is going to be bringing in a whole new coaching staff.

It's likely that Pioli will follow in the footsteps of Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff, another former Pats executive, and hire a defensive-minded head coach to turn the Chiefs around. Since he'll probably choose from the ranks of NFL coordinators, the top candidates appear to be the Giants' Steve Spagnuolo, the Vikings' Leslie Frazier and the Dolphins' Paul Pasqualoni. Each has led a very effective defensive unit and has experience running a 3-4 scheme, which Pioli wants to employ, we hear.

If Pioli opts to explore the collegiate ranks, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz would be an obvious choice, since the two are very close from their days together in Cleveland. However, Ferentz looks like more of a long shot at this point, because not only is he an offensive coach but also a larger risk, coming from the college level.

Getting a new head coach in place will be the first of many moves Pioli will need to make if he hopes to breathe new life into the franchise. But at least his hiring proves that the Chiefs, one of the league's most respected organizations, are once again serious about winning.

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I haven't seen this thread, just the title....because if there's anyone in it that posted how they hated the pats....well then....all I have to say is you love them when it comes time to pick up some of their staff.

So far ex pat's coaches have been busts when gone from the organization. We'll see how this shapes out.

Thank you Jesus! Can I get an Amen!!

****ing told you.

**** YEAH!

:whackit: This is almost worth running out and getting beer to celebrate.b

I told you this board way underestimates Clark.

the one word everyone uses to describe him is competitive.


I'll say.


:clap:

Wasnt there a rumor that if Pioli signed w/ the Chiefs that this server would have a melt down...

Servers' churning right along =D

I would JIZZ IN MY PANTS

He has proven all he needs to me.

He just laid out a bunch of money for Pioli. He's going to have to pay King Carl and Herm for the last year of their contracts. He could have waited and let them finish but he pulled the trigger now. He went out and got the best GM available.

Major props to Mr. Clark Hunt. His first major decision and he hits it out of the park.:clap:

absolutely....it's funny thinking about how many tried to pin the "all he cares about is money..." mantra on him.

AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


(from the cheap seats)


Dinny

Hopefully they say that Spagnuola won the SB with basically Herm Edwards's team.

Prior to Spagnuolo, Tuck had 41 tackles and 1 sack in 2 years. With Spagnuolo, Tuck has had 132 tackles and 22 sacks in 2 years.

Spag would run a 4-3, reports say Pioli wants a 3-4 coach. We'll know tomorrow.

That doesn't contradict anything I said. And I've already addressed this.

This.

Spag runs a combination. He can do a hybrid, with mostly 4-3. The only reports that said that Pioli wanted a 3-4 were ones that assumed that he would stick with what they run in NE. I don't want Dorsey to go to waste...

Was Tuck just incorrectly used before Spags?

i'm gonna have to celebrate tonight!

He was a 2nd year player that was basically a situational DT in passing situations. And he was pretty good at that even if it doesn't show up n the boxscore. Tuck was a physically talented but raw player. He simply got better, some of that was because of Spags, but he would have been a good player without him. I'm getting tired of people who never saw Tuck play before Spags talking out of their asses because they looked up his stats. Spags did a hell of a job with the Giants, it isn;'t necessary to make it seem like he made Tuck and Osi's careers.

ROFL I'm with you, with ONE exception; the current CB Coach STAYS.

Thank you! Thank you so very much! And thank you judges; we're the happiest Miss America EVER!

And thank you for the Coach too!

Awesome PIC REP!

cue the U2: "IT's A BEAUTIFUL DAY!!!!"...

Herm and Gunther are dead men walkin'!!!!

"Mr. Hunt" is right; he's earned it, and HUZ-ZAH!

Herm helped lands us the best rookie CB corps in the NFL. That's where it begins and ends.

Just got home from work. Wow! I'm blown away

This thread has slowed up a bit, but it's still one hell of a day.

It's always darkest before the dawn, eh?

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Pioli putting the ax down on Herm and crew!

Exxxxcellent. Didn't think it would happen.

AWESOME!!! I haven't felt this pumped up since election night!

Scott Pioli, come on down! You're the next contestant on the Price is Right (or whatever you say the price is).

My favorite part of that video is Flea jammin' out in his stuffed animal pants.


(Sigh)...when the Chili Peppers didn't suck...:shake:

It still hasn't sunk in yet. A dream come true

Uh, dude?

That's Young MC.