Chiefs Gretz: Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M.

**Tribal Warfare** · 06-06-2009, 06:22 PM

Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M.
June 6, 2009 - Bob Gretz |

From the Truman Sports Complex

Practice No. 4 went down Saturday afternoon, as the Chiefs wrapped up Day No. 2 of their three-day mini-camp. I’m going to bet head coach Todd Haley wasn’t very happy with his offense when this one was over.

The team got on the field earlier than expected because their annual meeting with NFL Security was over quicker than scheduled. Somebody must have forgotten to tell the offensive side, because they were out of synch and out of sorts throughout the session.

In the seven-on-seven passing drill, the football was on the ground more than it was in receivers hands. CBs Maurice Leggett and Ricardo Colclough both had interceptions. It was the second time on the day that Leggett had picked off QB Matt Cassel. There were several other near interceptions, a handful of dropped passes and what seemed like plenty of mental mistakes from the offense.

Things got worse in the teamwork portion of the practice. The Chiefs ran 12 plays and only three gained more than a few yards. There were two near interceptions by the defense, which twice snuffed out screen passes behind the line of scrimmage. The last play of teamwork and the practice ended with a shotgun snap from C Rudy Niswanger sailing over the head of Cassel.

There were 83 players on the field for the afternoon session; LB Monty Beisel was missing again as he was attending the wedding of his brother. Absent from the afternoon session was TE Tony Curtis, who was getting married Saturday evening. Congratulations to Curtis!

From that group, 79 took part in the practice work, as the rehab brigade continued on another field. It’s no picnic on the sidelines during practice for the injured. Those who are far enough along in their rehab to be able to move about are put through extensive drills by the strength and conditioning coaches. Sometimes, it looks like they are getting more work in than the guys who are actually practicing.

Some other observations from the afternoon session:

– On special teams, the club worked on field goal situations including what he defense should do after a blocked FG goes across the line of scrimmage or stays behind the line. The defense also worked on reacting to fake field goals.

– Kickers Connor Barth and Ryan Succop were both four-for-four on FGs from 32, 39, 43 and 45 yards. That was a pretty good effort given that there was a strong wind out of the southeast blowing into the practice fields. It was at the kickers back, but blowing from left to right.

– The Chiefs worked more on throwing the ball in this session than running. RB Larry Johnson ran several very nice routes, including one where he badly beat S Jarrad Page. But Johnson couldn’t pull down the high throw. RB Dantrell Savage got behind LB Corey Mays with a burst of speed on a long pass that was overthrown. WR Rodney Wright had a nice play, beating CB Brandon Flowers on a deep ball. FB Jed Collins made a real nice catch down field.

– Veteran RG Mike Goff again schooled No. 1 pick DE Tyson Jackson in the one-on-one pass protection drill, easily handling the younger player on three consecutive snaps. But third-round pick Alex Magee had three nice pass rushes going against LG Wade Smith. Things were different later when Magee went head-to-head against Brian Waters.

Hammock Parties · 06-06-2009, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare

– The Chiefs worked more on throwing the ball in this session than running. RB Larry Johnson ran several very nice routes, including one where he badly beat S Jarrad Page.

OH DEAR GOD.

LARRY YOU BEAST!

orange · 06-06-2009, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

OH DEAR GOD.

LARRY YOU BEAST!

Too bad he didn't beat Pollard. You'd be set for the week.

Hammock Parties · 06-06-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by orange

Too bad he didn't beat Pollard. You'd be set for the week.

Everyone beats Pollard.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by orange

Too bad he didn't beat Pollard. You'd be set for the week.

Never happen.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 06:41 PM

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The last play of teamwork and the practice ended with a shotgun snap from C Rudy Niswanger sailing over the head of Cassel.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

Everyone beats Pollard.

Pollard beats yo' mama with a dick-stick!

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

OH DEAR GOD.

LARRY YOU BEAST!

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But Johnson couldn’t pull down the high throw.

Que sera-sera.

Hammock Parties · 06-06-2009, 06:53 PM

Hey it's not Larry's fault Cassel missed him.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

Hey it's not Larry's fault Cassel missed him.

How dare you, Sir!

Kerberos · 06-06-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

OH DEAR GOD.

LARRY YOU BEAST!

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Originally Posted by Claythan

Everyone beats Pollard.

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Originally Posted by Claythan

Hey it's not Larry's fault Cassel missed him.

Hey Man

How come WPI doesn't get coverage from "Inside" the OTA's?

Hammock Parties · 06-06-2009, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Kerberos

Hey Man

How come WPI doesn't get coverage from "Inside" the OTA's?

I'm not sure what you're talking about. Nick was at practice today.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-06-2009, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

I'm not sure what you're talking about. Nick was at practice today.

Was he "brought in for a look" at QB?

Hammock Parties · 06-06-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Raised On Riots

Was he "brought in for a look" at QB?

Nick and Joe Montana have similar builds.

Coach · 06-06-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Claythan

Nick and Brodie Croyle have similar builds.

Fixed.

06-06-2009, 06:22 PM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-3067187	Gretz: Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M. Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M. June 6, 2009 - Bob Gretz \| From the Truman Sports Complex Practice No. 4 went down Saturday afternoon, as the Chiefs wrapped up Day No. 2 of their three-day mini-camp. I’m going to bet head coach Todd Haley wasn’t very happy with his offense when this one was over. The team got on the field earlier than expected because their annual meeting with NFL Security was over quicker than scheduled. Somebody must have forgotten to tell the offensive side, because they were out of synch and out of sorts throughout the session. In the seven-on-seven passing drill, the football was on the ground more than it was in receivers hands. CBs Maurice Leggett and Ricardo Colclough both had interceptions. It was the second time on the day that Leggett had picked off QB Matt Cassel. There were several other near interceptions, a handful of dropped passes and what seemed like plenty of mental mistakes from the offense. Things got worse in the teamwork portion of the practice. The Chiefs ran 12 plays and only three gained more than a few yards. There were two near interceptions by the defense, which twice snuffed out screen passes behind the line of scrimmage. The last play of teamwork and the practice ended with a shotgun snap from C Rudy Niswanger sailing over the head of Cassel. There were 83 players on the field for the afternoon session; LB Monty Beisel was missing again as he was attending the wedding of his brother. Absent from the afternoon session was TE Tony Curtis, who was getting married Saturday evening. Congratulations to Curtis! From that group, 79 took part in the practice work, as the rehab brigade continued on another field. It’s no picnic on the sidelines during practice for the injured. Those who are far enough along in their rehab to be able to move about are put through extensive drills by the strength and conditioning coaches. Sometimes, it looks like they are getting more work in than the guys who are actually practicing. Some other observations from the afternoon session: – On special teams, the club worked on field goal situations including what he defense should do after a blocked FG goes across the line of scrimmage or stays behind the line. The defense also worked on reacting to fake field goals. – Kickers Connor Barth and Ryan Succop were both four-for-four on FGs from 32, 39, 43 and 45 yards. That was a pretty good effort given that there was a strong wind out of the southeast blowing into the practice fields. It was at the kickers back, but blowing from left to right. – The Chiefs worked more on throwing the ball in this session than running. RB Larry Johnson ran several very nice routes, including one where he badly beat S Jarrad Page. But Johnson couldn’t pull down the high throw. RB Dantrell Savage got behind LB Corey Mays with a burst of speed on a long pass that was overthrown. WR Rodney Wright had a nice play, beating CB Brandon Flowers on a deep ball. FB Jed Collins made a real nice catch down field. – Veteran RG Mike Goff again schooled No. 1 pick DE Tyson Jackson in the one-on-one pass protection drill, easily handling the younger player on three consecutive snaps. But third-round pick Alex Magee had three nice pass rushes going against LG Wade Smith. Things were different later when Magee went head-to-head against Brian Waters.
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