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**Tribal Warfare** · 09-25-2008, 07:17 PM

Chiefs hoping Broncos' luck rubs off on them
Updated: September 25, 2008, 5:37 PM EST

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - While everybody raves about how lucky Denver's been, Kansas City coach Herm Edwards finds something even more admirable about the unbeaten Broncos.

They've been smart, Edwards says. Most of all, they've been steadfast. They put up with the inevitable growing pains of young players, particularly quarterback Jay Cutler, and are now reaping the rewards.

It's the sort of thing a coach in Edwards' seat would quickly note. He's struggling with a restive, unruly fan base and an 0-3 team loaded with young players who are experiencing the same fatal errors that Mike Shanahan's Broncos displayed while Cutler and other young athletes were coming around.

"Mike's been patient. He's been very patient with (Cutler)," said Edwards. "Brought him along, and the guy's gotten better. He's learned from his errors. And they stuck together and the guy's just gotten better and gotten better. Now all of a sudden, he's playing well and he's got some confidence."

It's the same future Edwards foresees for the Chiefs (0-3) once they work their way past this painful process of on-the-job training. The next test in the education will be dished out by the Broncos (3-0) at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday.

With Cutler ranking second in the league with 914 yards passing, the Broncos are one of five 3-0 teams and have a passing offense ranking second.

"They've won some close games. They're putting up a lot of points and he's doing a great job and that's what you like to see," Edwards said.

"Here's a guy they developed at quarterback. How about that? They developed a quarterback. They drafted a guy three years ago and he finally is playing good after three years. He's playing what they thought they were going to get. They sat there and they developed the guy. And it's taken that long for them to do it."

Brodie Croyle, in his third year with Kansas City, is supposed to be the quarterback of the future but is having trouble staying on the field. Felled by a shoulder injury, he's marking time until he can come back, possibly in mid-October.

Cutler himself feels bad for his counterpart.

"They put me in as a rookie, let me develop for a year or so and here we are," said Cutler, who's 2-0 against the Chiefs. "You've got to be in there to learn and experience stuff. I talk to Brodie every once in a while. It's tough when you get hurt as a young quarterback because you don't get those snaps. You don't get that time in practice."

The Chiefs will be out to win for the first time in 13 games, a franchise-worst skid that has fans calling for the scalp of general manager Carl Peterson and just about everyone else in the front office whose name they know how to pronounce.

A victory, Edwards said, would be "like three Christmases rolled into one. And New Year's. And everything else."

For the third straight week, Edwards is making a change at quarterback.

This week it's Damon Huard's turn to take the reins. The 12-year veteran, who was benched in favor of Tyler Thigpen in the third week, now sends Thigpen back to the sideline and gets his second start in a season that is threatening to turn into something totally forgettable.

Adding to the Chiefs' angst will be the name of the man who'll be snapping the ball to Cutler. It's none other than Casey Wiegmann, who served as KC's highly capable center from 2001-07, helping anchor what used to be one of the best offensive lines in Chiefs history.

Signed by the Broncos after the Chiefs cut him, Wiegmann became the Broncos' starter when Tom Nalen went on injured reserve.

"Casey was such a great player from Kansas City for so many years and we were just shocked that he was on the street," said Shanahan. "When we saw that he was on the street, we just tried to gobble him up as quickly as we could knowing that any injury is possible during the season."

KCTitus · 09-26-2008, 10:59 AM

Holy Thread Hijackings, Batman!!!

Forgive me if I want to discuss the upcoming football match between Denver's Broncos and Kansas City's Chiefs and not watch Proctor measure his johnson.

First time in a long time, I really know that KC has absolutely no chance at being a factor in this game. At this point, Im just rooting for KC to do the 'Tiger-slam' and lose 16 in a row. At least it will make the club noteworthy for something.

It's embarrassing to see anyone bring up the Gunther smack. That was so long ago, this place didnt exist for the first year and had about 200 members the second year.

Always enjoyed the Denver/KC games with Garcia Bronco at a local tavern...too bad it's not even interesting.

KCJohnny · 09-26-2008, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

I think Dante Hall is bigger than you.

I hope to god that is a picture from pee wee football......for your sake of course.

Dante Hall and I have something you wish you had:

testicles.

KCJohnny · 09-26-2008, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by KCTitus

Holy Thread Hijackings, Batman!!!

Forgive me if I want to discuss the upcoming football match between Denver's Broncos and Kansas City's Chiefs and not watch Proctor measure his johnson.

First time in a long time, I really know that KC has absolutely no chance at being a factor in this game. At this point, Im just rooting for KC to do the 'Tiger-slam' and lose 16 in a row. At least it will make the club noteworthy for something.

It's embarrassing to see anyone bring up the Gunther smack. That was so long ago, this place didnt exist for the first year and had about 200 members the second year.

Always enjoyed the Denver/KC games with Garcia Bronco at a local tavern...too bad it's not even interesting.

Another internet expert with no actual football experience. Next?

Brock · 09-26-2008, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by KCJohnny

Nice try, poseur. Now you are exposed. All talk and no experience. At least I played at the semi-pro level for the 1992 Virginia Ravens of the Mason-Dixon Football League.

Is it really supposed to impress anyone that you played football in some dirt lot somewhere in front of 8 people on a team that a good high school squad could embarrass?

Brock · 09-26-2008, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCJohnny

Dante Hall and I have something you wish you had:

testicles.

How uncharitable of you. God is watching.

keg in kc · 09-26-2008, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCJohnny

I can address your comments without the gratuitous slander that you deem necessary to inflate your self esteem. You have never played football by your own admission. Never been hit by a 250 lb lineman, never returned a punt, never made a first down in actual competition.

Well I have. So your so-called expertise is based on remote observance and third-party analysis. OK. It is what it is.

What t isn't is expereince. Take note, boys and girls. This is your generation here we are discussing. There are those who do, those who pose as doers, and those who hide behind internet usernames as supposed experts who have no more expertise than the man on the moon.

I commend you, Kyle for at least admitting you do not know the realities of the gridiron. Mr. CoMoChief does not seem to evince like humility.

Again, what does this have to do with you being a pompous asshole? I haven't spoken a word about football on this thread.

Reerun_KC · 09-26-2008, 11:06 AM

This thread has some serious potential!

vailpass · 09-26-2008, 11:08 AM

Bring your sorry Chiefs behinds to the "Bronco Week You Bunch of Pussies Thread".
I dare you.

CoMoChief · 09-26-2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCJohnny

Dante Hall and I have something you wish you had:

testicles.

Nice comeback.

CoMoChief · 09-26-2008, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCJohnny

Another internet expert with no actual football experience. Next?

This shit makes me

Reerun_KC · 09-26-2008, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoMoChief

This shit makes me

Its beyond

.....

Its moved on to

triple · 09-26-2008, 11:16 AM

since when do you have to have played pro football to comment on it?

how many years did Dick Vermeil play football?

Reerun_KC · 09-26-2008, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by triple

since when do you have to have played pro football to comment on it?

how many years did Dick Vermeil play football?

Herm is restoring CHIEFS PRIDE /KCJohnny

triple · 09-26-2008, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

Herm is restoring CHIEFS PRIDE /KCJohnny

herm is doing for the chiefs what fannie mae is doing for the economy

keg in kc · 09-26-2008, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by triple

herm is doing for the chiefs what fannie mae is doing for the economy

Don't worry, Marty and Cowher will come as a bailout.

09-25-2008, 07:17 PM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-3067187	AP: Chiefs hoping Broncos' luck rubs off on them Chiefs hoping Broncos' luck rubs off on them Updated: September 25, 2008, 5:37 PM EST KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - While everybody raves about how lucky Denver's been, Kansas City coach Herm Edwards finds something even more admirable about the unbeaten Broncos. They've been smart, Edwards says. Most of all, they've been steadfast. They put up with the inevitable growing pains of young players, particularly quarterback Jay Cutler, and are now reaping the rewards. It's the sort of thing a coach in Edwards' seat would quickly note. He's struggling with a restive, unruly fan base and an 0-3 team loaded with young players who are experiencing the same fatal errors that Mike Shanahan's Broncos displayed while Cutler and other young athletes were coming around. "Mike's been patient. He's been very patient with (Cutler)," said Edwards. "Brought him along, and the guy's gotten better. He's learned from his errors. And they stuck together and the guy's just gotten better and gotten better. Now all of a sudden, he's playing well and he's got some confidence." It's the same future Edwards foresees for the Chiefs (0-3) once they work their way past this painful process of on-the-job training. The next test in the education will be dished out by the Broncos (3-0) at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday. With Cutler ranking second in the league with 914 yards passing, the Broncos are one of five 3-0 teams and have a passing offense ranking second. "They've won some close games. They're putting up a lot of points and he's doing a great job and that's what you like to see," Edwards said. "Here's a guy they developed at quarterback. How about that? They developed a quarterback. They drafted a guy three years ago and he finally is playing good after three years. He's playing what they thought they were going to get. They sat there and they developed the guy. And it's taken that long for them to do it." Brodie Croyle, in his third year with Kansas City, is supposed to be the quarterback of the future but is having trouble staying on the field. Felled by a shoulder injury, he's marking time until he can come back, possibly in mid-October. Cutler himself feels bad for his counterpart. "They put me in as a rookie, let me develop for a year or so and here we are," said Cutler, who's 2-0 against the Chiefs. "You've got to be in there to learn and experience stuff. I talk to Brodie every once in a while. It's tough when you get hurt as a young quarterback because you don't get those snaps. You don't get that time in practice." The Chiefs will be out to win for the first time in 13 games, a franchise-worst skid that has fans calling for the scalp of general manager Carl Peterson and just about everyone else in the front office whose name they know how to pronounce. A victory, Edwards said, would be "like three Christmases rolled into one. And New Year's. And everything else." For the third straight week, Edwards is making a change at quarterback. This week it's Damon Huard's turn to take the reins. The 12-year veteran, who was benched in favor of Tyler Thigpen in the third week, now sends Thigpen back to the sideline and gets his second start in a season that is threatening to turn into something totally forgettable. Adding to the Chiefs' angst will be the name of the man who'll be snapping the ball to Cutler. It's none other than Casey Wiegmann, who served as KC's highly capable center from 2001-07, helping anchor what used to be one of the best offensive lines in Chiefs history. Signed by the Broncos after the Chiefs cut him, Wiegmann became the Broncos' starter when Tom Nalen went on injured reserve. "Casey was such a great player from Kansas City for so many years and we were just shocked that he was on the street," said Shanahan. "When we saw that he was on the street, we just tried to gobble him up as quickly as we could knowing that any injury is possible during the season."
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KCTitus Archivist Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: The Ethernet Casino cash: $9882732	Holy Thread Hijackings, Batman!!! Forgive me if I want to discuss the upcoming football match between Denver's Broncos and Kansas City's Chiefs and not watch Proctor measure his johnson. First time in a long time, I really know that KC has absolutely no chance at being a factor in this game. At this point, Im just rooting for KC to do the 'Tiger-slam' and lose 16 in a row. At least it will make the club noteworthy for something. It's embarrassing to see anyone bring up the Gunther smack. That was so long ago, this place didnt exist for the first year and had about 200 members the second year. Always enjoyed the Denver/KC games with Garcia Bronco at a local tavern...too bad it's not even interesting. __________________ Anything you post on this BB can and will be used against you...
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