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I don't usually wade into these discussions because I'll admit I don't work in the NFL and only have fan experience. I see the argument this way.
Those that want Berry believe he's a can't miss pick and will be an anchor on defense for 10 years. I'm guessing you'll give him 1 rookie year to make mistakes but after that he better be pretty close to pro-bowl guy. Especially with the money he'll get.
Those that want pickle boy believe Cassel will never amount to a playoff win. Valid argument. But I think if you choose Clausen you must also admit to the fact the Chiefs will give Cassel two more years to prove himself, unless of course he starts peeling wallpaper off of Arrowhead and eating it. Thus Clausen will only really get true NFL experience in a year and a half at the earliest, with the exception of an injury to Cassel. If given time to throw Cassel will get that much time to pass/fail in the Haley/Pioli environment. Plus Clausen makes pro-bowl guy money while sitting on the bench.
Those that want to trade down believe the core of the team is more important than 'one guy'. You don't believe Berry or Clausen's talents will take the Chiefs to the playoffs any sooner than trading down and getting one or two more early round picks.
Those that believe we should pick an OL because it all starts there.
So here are my choices given those options.....
1) Trade down and use the first two or three picks on defense. I think Croyle is a match stick waiting for someone to break him so you draft a QB you've scouted probably no sooner than the third round. I'm a firm believer defense is what takes you to the playoffs so sue me.
2) Berry. I've read enough posts to think he's the real deal and will be a solid anchor. The reason this is my second choice is because I wanted Curry last year and realize liking a pick too much isn't necessarily the right choice.
3) Clausen. I don't actually get why people think he's a good 5th pick knowing we've already sold out on Cassel but enough of you like him to sway me. If we pick him and he fails I'll haunt everyone that swayed me.
4) OL. Draft a good prospect in the 2nd or 3rd round. We've added some depth (arguably) during the offseason so this shouldn't be our primary concern until Albert is given one more year at LT.
Flame away but remember we're all on the Chief's payroll at the same salary.
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