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I'm not sure what to think about the offense and Chan Gailey this season.
On the one hand, I like the fact that Haley retained him and kept atleast some continuity. Gailey has a lot of experience with different schemes and drew up some nice plays last season. I think that the lack of production in the second half of games had more to do with Herm and his tendency to go into a shell or not getting the players in condition and prepared for the second half.
I think offense will again be based around LJ and running the ball as it was supposed to be last season. The additions along the offensive line are better run blockers than pass protectors. The question is how much will other teams respect the passing game. Last year, there was no QB on the roster that had proved himself. Cassell changes that in my opinion.
On the other hand, I'm worried about the ability of our receivers to get open and the ability of the line to open holes for LJ and keep Cassell upright. Any defense isn't going to be successful if they are on the field the whole game and the problems the Chiefs have on offense are significant. Based on Haley's comments, there nothing thats been said to change my opinion. The offense is struggling right now, plain and simple.
That said, the shift away from the TE being the focus of the passing game is a refreshing change. I think Bowe could have a great year but his success will depend on someone else stepping up to take the double team away from Bowe. I think we will see a lot of gimmick type plays, with Cassell AND Thigpen on the field. But the offense to start the season is going to feature LJ. That's the only reason I think he is here and working hard.
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