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Originally Posted by DJ's left nut
Did I not expressly note that I would have no problem with trading Belcher if he doesn't improve next season (especially if he has a true NT in front of him)?
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The main point I've tried to stress throughout this thread is that the Chiefs need to improve the interior of their defense and it would be foolish to pass on anyone that could do so because Belcher's is on the roster. I also believe it would be easier to upgrade the TED position than find a Raji/Ngata type that can immediately step in and upgrade the NT. I think they'll find an upgrade (I mean, that have to, right?) but that doesn't mean it'll solve all of their interior issues.
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Originally Posted by DJ's left nut
But you're willing to give up on the guy already when there are positions on this team that are clearly in a FAR more dire need of improvement than his, and those positions aren't occupied by young players that still have some upside left to offer.
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First off, no where have I stated that I'm "ready to give up". Belcher made a nice leap from season one to season two but he has limited physical talent (mainly speed) and his quickness, strength and instincts need to improve before he can be considered a long term solution. A few others have mentioned that they saw him consistently pushed out of the play by opposing guards, so it's not just me.