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Wile_E_Coyote · 10-27-2004, 05:45 PM

Chiefs' Blaylock in Awkward Position

By STEVE BRISENDINE
AP Sports Writer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Four touchdowns against the NFL's top run defense would earn most backups a starting job and an exemption from special teams duty. Derrick Blaylock's situation is anything but typical, though.
Blaylock scored four of the Kansas City Chiefs' NFL-record eight TDs rushing and followed one of his scores with a tackle on the ensuing kickoff in Sunday's 56-10 victory over Atlanta.

But in his fourth NFL season and with the end of his contract approaching, Blaylock finds himself stuck between the greatest back in franchise history and a disgruntled No. 1 draft pick who coach Dick Vermeil still insists will make an impact in Kansas City.

"I can't think about that right now," said Blaylock, whose 122 yards this year are already a career high. "I'm focused on this season right now."

Blaylock played much of the second half Sunday, finishing with 90 yards on 19 carries, after Priest Holmes - who also scored four touchdowns and set up Blaylock for a gimme 1-yard TD by just missing a fifth - sustained a mild ankle sprain.

Holmes did not practice Wednesday, but could start Sunday against Indianapolis, and Vermeil said he expects second-year back Larry Johnson to be active for that game.

Johnson, an insurance No. 1 pick in 2003 when Holmes was coming off hip surgery, has been inactive for four of six games this year. Although Vermeil expected to use him against the Colts, Blaylock's status as Holmes' top backup doesn't seem to be in any immediate danger.

"I get such a thrill out of seeing a guy do what he has done, coming from where he has come and developing his skills," Vermeil said. "It's a great salute to (running backs coach) James Saxon, who works with him, and the coaches who have confidence in him."

Blaylock came to Kansas City in 2001 as part of a deal that brought Pro Bowl quarterback Trent Green to the Chiefs.

Kansas City had to give the St. Louis Rams their first- and third-round picks in exchange for Green. But they also demanded an extra fifth-round pick from the Rams in return for those concessions and used that to take Blaylock out of Stephen F. Austin.

He was inactive throughout the 2001 season, gained 72 yards in 12 games in 2002 and saw backup duty at running back in 15 games last year, when he ran for 112 yards on 22 carries.

"I've been patient the whole time I've been here. I knew eventually I'd get a chance to play," Blaylock said. "The main thing is you've got to be patient and wait your turn, and your turn will come.

"I went out there Sunday and got the job done, therefore they have more faith in me."

Whether that faith translates into a free-agent offer remains to be seen.

This week, Vermeil hinted at a larger role for Blaylock without saying where he envisioned that happening.

"This opens the eyes of people around (the league) that he may be a starting running back," Vermeil said. "But to me, that's coaching satisfaction."

**Bob Dole** · 10-27-2004, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by UserName

Fumbles.

So you're having fantasies about him where he can't hang on to the ball?

He has ONE fumble in his career, and it wasn't lost.

BIG K · 10-27-2004, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob_Dole

Exactly.

Bob Dole is not ashamed to admit that there were times last season that Blaylock carried the ball, and until he was tackled and the network cameras got the right angle, Bob Dole thought it was Holmes.

I still have that problem........

Hammock Parties · 10-27-2004, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob_Dole

So you're having fantasies about him where he can't hang on to the ball?

He has ONE fumble in his career, and it wasn't lost.

Did you watch preseason?

And of course he has only one regular season fumble...he's barely carried the ball.

Sorry, I just get the "fumble vibe" off Blaylock. Hate me for it, why don't you?

**BigMeatballDave** · 10-28-2004, 02:23 AM

That is not true. DV Drafted him...

**KcMizzou** · 10-28-2004, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefDave

That is not true. DV Drafted him...

Read the thread.

**Rausch** · 10-28-2004, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UserName

Fumbles.

I'm more worried about Holmes fumbling right now than Blaylock...

**Bob Dole** · 10-28-2004, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UserName

Hate me for it, why don't you?

No problem.

Pudding?

Gaz · 10-28-2004, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

I'm more worried about Holmes fumbling right now than Blaylock...

I wish that was not true.

Of course, with Holmes’ nearly-immaculate record, ANY fumble is a shocking experience that scars the psyche.

Add in the lingering memories of the ill-timed fumble in the last Colts game and the resonance is chilling.

xoxo~
Gaz
Phumblephobe.

Chiefs_Mike_Topeka · 10-28-2004, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jspchief

...Or you could just read the article in the thread starter that clearly explains exactly how it happened.

EXACTLY!!

10-27-2004, 05:45 PM
Wile_E_Coyote avatar down for remodel Join Date: Jul 2001 Casino cash: $10004900	Blaylock part of Green trade? Chiefs' Blaylock in Awkward Position By STEVE BRISENDINE AP Sports Writer KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Four touchdowns against the NFL's top run defense would earn most backups a starting job and an exemption from special teams duty. Derrick Blaylock's situation is anything but typical, though. Blaylock scored four of the Kansas City Chiefs' NFL-record eight TDs rushing and followed one of his scores with a tackle on the ensuing kickoff in Sunday's 56-10 victory over Atlanta. But in his fourth NFL season and with the end of his contract approaching, Blaylock finds himself stuck between the greatest back in franchise history and a disgruntled No. 1 draft pick who coach Dick Vermeil still insists will make an impact in Kansas City. "I can't think about that right now," said Blaylock, whose 122 yards this year are already a career high. "I'm focused on this season right now." Blaylock played much of the second half Sunday, finishing with 90 yards on 19 carries, after Priest Holmes - who also scored four touchdowns and set up Blaylock for a gimme 1-yard TD by just missing a fifth - sustained a mild ankle sprain. Holmes did not practice Wednesday, but could start Sunday against Indianapolis, and Vermeil said he expects second-year back Larry Johnson to be active for that game. Johnson, an insurance No. 1 pick in 2003 when Holmes was coming off hip surgery, has been inactive for four of six games this year. Although Vermeil expected to use him against the Colts, Blaylock's status as Holmes' top backup doesn't seem to be in any immediate danger. "I get such a thrill out of seeing a guy do what he has done, coming from where he has come and developing his skills," Vermeil said. "It's a great salute to (running backs coach) James Saxon, who works with him, and the coaches who have confidence in him." Blaylock came to Kansas City in 2001 as part of a deal that brought Pro Bowl quarterback Trent Green to the Chiefs. Kansas City had to give the St. Louis Rams their first- and third-round picks in exchange for Green. But they also demanded an extra fifth-round pick from the Rams in return for those concessions and used that to take Blaylock out of Stephen F. Austin. He was inactive throughout the 2001 season, gained 72 yards in 12 games in 2002 and saw backup duty at running back in 15 games last year, when he ran for 112 yards on 22 carries. "I've been patient the whole time I've been here. I knew eventually I'd get a chance to play," Blaylock said. "The main thing is you've got to be patient and wait your turn, and your turn will come. "I went out there Sunday and got the job done, therefore they have more faith in me." Whether that faith translates into a free-agent offer remains to be seen. This week, Vermeil hinted at a larger role for Blaylock without saying where he envisioned that happening. "This opens the eyes of people around (the league) that he may be a starting running back," Vermeil said. "But to me, that's coaching satisfaction."
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