Chiefs Mike Vrabel - Page 14

Amnorix · 02-27-2009, 09:38 PM

As I did when Pioli came over, I'll post a separate thread because I think it's fair to say that I might have just a little more knowledge about the guy than most on here.

What you guys have traded for is a very smart, team-driven, reliable and consistent performer able to play both inside and outside linebacker in the 3-4, with championship credentials and very good leadership skills.

In my opinion, the reasons that the Chiefs have made this trade are as follows:

1. Veteran leadership. The Chiefs are VERY young. Rather than yet another young draft pick player, the Chiefs have decided that even though he is on the downside of his career and will only play for another year or two, it is important to bring in someone who can show the younger players HOW to practice, HOW to review film, HOW to prepare for games and be coachable, and HOW to play 3-4 linebacker.

2. Defensive flexibility. Vrabel can play both inside and outside in the 3-4 with relatively equal facility. A solid performer, he can set the edge, rush the passer and play hardnosed in the middle.

3. Position flexibility. In addition to his inside/outside talents in the 3-4, he also plays TE in goal line situations, showing the rest of the team that he is able and willing to do WHATEVER the coaches ask to help the team win.

He is, of course, on the downside of his career. Last year there was a very noticeable dropoff in his ability to make impact plays. Whereas in years gone by he stood out on the field for making key plays, last year he wasn't very noticeable. That's good in that you didn't often look at him as having screwed something up, but it's bad in that he wasn't making the strip-sacks that had earned him the love of Patriots fans.

Many here denigrate what he will bring ON the field, and wonder why the Chiefs are giving up anything for him. What you need to understand is that as much as they want what he brings on the field, what they are really bringing him here for is what he brings OFF the field. That is what makes him valuable to a ridiculously young, inexperienced Chiefs team.

And when he talks, those young guys will listen. His three rings ensure that. He will also help the coaches enforce their ways inside the locker room, and get the Chiefs players moving and operating in the right direction.

Though Pats fans knew his time was drawing near, we basically feel like there's been a death in teh family. Vrabel was universally loved and respected by Patriots fans, and we're very sad to see him go.

'Hamas' Jenkins · 02-28-2009, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Players win games when they are schemes that fit their skillset.

Thanks for that shocking revelation.

**SAUTO** · 02-28-2009, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 'Hamas' Jenkins

Thanks for that shocking revelation.

DTLB58 · 02-28-2009, 11:41 AM

I'm was good with this the second I got the text message yesterday that it had happened.

In fact, just hours earlier I had said Pioli needs to sprinkle in some veterans to this team.

Good move IMO.

smittysbar · 02-28-2009, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

or michael merritt

It will set this franchise back light years

**SAUTO** · 02-28-2009, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by smittysbar

It will set this franchise back light years

for sure.

some people just dont get it

smittysbar · 02-28-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

for sure.

some people just dont get it

If this were to happen, we would just have to get lucky and pick up a Dextor McCleon type player, this I believe would get us back on top.

**SAUTO** · 02-28-2009, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by smittysbar

If this were to happen, we would just have to get lucky and pick up a Dextor McCleon type player, this I believe would get us back on top.

or resign bartee, thats the ticket

smittysbar · 02-28-2009, 11:49 AM

I would like to see Ryan Sims come back as QB, I mean we have invested so much in him over the years.......could you imagine Ryan in the WILDCAT!!!!!!

Now I have you excited!

**SAUTO** · 02-28-2009, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by smittysbar

I would like to see Ryan Sims come back as QB, I mean we have invested so much in him over the years.......could you imagine Ryan in the WILDCAT!!!!!!

Now I have you excited!

damn i dont know if i can even come close to that one smitty

oh oh kendrell bell could be the pistol back WITH sims in the shotgun

Hootie · 02-28-2009, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

I for one am gonna be pissed if we gave up the next Kevin Robinson for Vrabel...

my thoughts exactly

02-27-2009, 09:38 PM
Amnorix In BB I trust Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, Mass. Casino cash: $10029808	Mike Vrabel As I did when Pioli came over, I'll post a separate thread because I think it's fair to say that I might have just a little more knowledge about the guy than most on here. What you guys have traded for is a very smart, team-driven, reliable and consistent performer able to play both inside and outside linebacker in the 3-4, with championship credentials and very good leadership skills. In my opinion, the reasons that the Chiefs have made this trade are as follows: 1. Veteran leadership. The Chiefs are VERY young. Rather than yet another young draft pick player, the Chiefs have decided that even though he is on the downside of his career and will only play for another year or two, it is important to bring in someone who can show the younger players HOW to practice, HOW to review film, HOW to prepare for games and be coachable, and HOW to play 3-4 linebacker. 2. Defensive flexibility. Vrabel can play both inside and outside in the 3-4 with relatively equal facility. A solid performer, he can set the edge, rush the passer and play hardnosed in the middle. 3. Position flexibility. In addition to his inside/outside talents in the 3-4, he also plays TE in goal line situations, showing the rest of the team that he is able and willing to do WHATEVER the coaches ask to help the team win. He is, of course, on the downside of his career. Last year there was a very noticeable dropoff in his ability to make impact plays. Whereas in years gone by he stood out on the field for making key plays, last year he wasn't very noticeable. That's good in that you didn't often look at him as having screwed something up, but it's bad in that he wasn't making the strip-sacks that had earned him the love of Patriots fans. Many here denigrate what he will bring ON the field, and wonder why the Chiefs are giving up anything for him. What you need to understand is that as much as they want what he brings on the field, what they are really bringing him here for is what he brings OFF the field. That is what makes him valuable to a ridiculously young, inexperienced Chiefs team. And when he talks, those young guys will listen. His three rings ensure that. He will also help the coaches enforce their ways inside the locker room, and get the Chiefs players moving and operating in the right direction. Though Pats fans knew his time was drawing near, we basically feel like there's been a death in teh family. Vrabel was universally loved and respected by Patriots fans, and we're very sad to see him go.
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DTLB58 DT CARD COLLECTOR Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: ManCave Casino cash: $10005837	I'm was good with this the second I got the text message yesterday that it had happened. In fact, just hours earlier I had said Pioli needs to sprinkle in some veterans to this team. Good move IMO. __________________ 667 Different DT cards and counting
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smittysbar Right in the Lumberyard Danny Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LaPlata, MO Casino cash: $10004942	I would like to see Ryan Sims come back as QB, I mean we have invested so much in him over the years.......could you imagine Ryan in the WILDCAT!!!!!! Now I have you excited! __________________
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