Replacing Gonzalez proving to be a chore in K.C.
 

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Replacing Gonzalez proving to be a chore in K.C.
Posted July 11, 2009 @ 6:50 p.m.
By Michael Blunda

Nobody in the Chiefs' organization thought it would be easy to replace departed TE Tony Gonzalez, a 10-time Pro Bowler and surefire Hall of Famer, but they probably didn’t think it would be this difficult, either. In one of the more surprising developments of the team’s recent minicamp, head coach Todd Haley declared the competition for the starting tight end job wide open, dispelling the widely believed thought that the spot belonged to Brad Cottam. From what we hear, Cottam, a 2008 third-round pick by the Chiefs and the favorite to capture the job, struggled mightily during offseason workouts, frequently dropping catchable passes. His failure to seize the opportunity has opened the door for others — like veterans Sean Ryan and Tony Curtis and seventh-round rookie Jake O’Connell — to enter the mix for starting duties. Although the Chiefs aren’t expected to utilize their tight ends as receivers very often, the offense would be lacking without a skilled pass catcher at that spot. Thus far, Cottam has “dropped the ball.”

Getting rid of Tg was a ****ing stupid move. Stupid I tell ya. He has had his best years as of late and would have taken a lot of pressure off Cassel.

Oh no! The Chiefs will have to use their wide recievers! http://www.msnheaven.com/content/emo...scared0012.gif

that wouldn't be good to have Ryan or Curtis as your featured TE. I had hopes for Cottam.... not that he could replace Gonzo, bu that he would be good enough to be the featured TE. Anyone else have an opinion about Ryan or Curtis that provides any hope?

Yeah, I have an opinion.

They suck !

winning the lockerroom is key. More of salary cap is going to younger players because vets can be head cases and can ruin team chemistry. I think Haley and Pioli know what they're doing. He's a talent but our GM thinks his attitude effects the whole team.

we aren't even trying to replace Tony....omg we don't have another Tony already on the roster! who knew???

but your cut and paste skills remain elite....

IMO, the best leadership comes from those who lead by example. Do we have another example of that on our team? Sure vets can be headcases but I don't mind HOF headcases who work extremely hard and take incredible pride in their body/accomplishments. Trading Gonzo sets us back significantly on offense, IMO. He's not a god, but he would have made installation of the new offense a hell of a lot easier, and helped build a lot of confidence in Cassell.

If we wanted a great receiver at TE we wouldn't have traded him. Gonzalez replacement will come from the WR position.

Todd Haley has said numerous times that every position is "wide open"

This

Why do i get the feeling that KnoMo is really just a Chiefs fan that like screwing with people? He posts more Chiefs stuff than half the posters here.

Yes, Tony worked hard, but he was a selfish player and selfishness is never a good influence in a team atmosphere.

I will miss all the Super Bowl Trophies TG brought to KC....

not sure but having guys who don't want to be here for camp sends a tone to others.

these new vets Haley has signed up sets a bar for rooks.