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Quesadilla Joe · 07-12-2009, 03:27 PM

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Replacing Gonzalez proving to be a chore in K.C.
Posted July 11, 2009 @ 6:50 p.m.
By Michael Blunda

Nobody in the Chiefs' organization thought it would be easy to replace departed TE Tony Gonzalez, a 10-time Pro Bowler and surefire Hall of Famer, but they probably didn’t think it would be this difficult, either. In one of the more surprising developments of the team’s recent minicamp, head coach Todd Haley declared the competition for the starting tight end job wide open, dispelling the widely believed thought that the spot belonged to Brad Cottam. From what we hear, Cottam, a 2008 third-round pick by the Chiefs and the favorite to capture the job, struggled mightily during offseason workouts, frequently dropping catchable passes. His failure to seize the opportunity has opened the door for others — like veterans Sean Ryan and Tony Curtis and seventh-round rookie Jake O’Connell — to enter the mix for starting duties. Although the Chiefs aren’t expected to utilize their tight ends as receivers very often, the offense would be lacking without a skilled pass catcher at that spot. Thus far, Cottam has “dropped the ball.”

chiefzilla1501 · 07-13-2009, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

If you can't make it as a WR in Jacksonville you are not good.

I disagree. I think Jones and Reggie Williams are maybe worth a look.

I'm more concerned about players who show a consistent pattern of bad behavior, like Koren Robinson. Williams falls into that category for sure, but Jones really doesn't. Jones was actually becoming Garrard's favorite target before he was suspended. If the Chiefs can get him motivated, he could be a pretty reliable #2 option. What do the Chiefs really have to lose at this point? They can't rely on Mark Bradley to be their #2 receiver when he can't stay on the field.

I"ve also believed that Jacksonville has one of the most reeruned offenses in football, so maybe he could benefit from a different system.

acesn8s · 07-14-2009, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Halfcan

Losing Tony G will be huge for the Chiefs-pretty dumb move on their part.

I disagree. I think it forces the rest of the team to step up. I think we will be better for it.

acesn8s · 07-14-2009, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

I"ve also believed that Jacksonville has one of the most reeruned offenses in football, so maybe he could benefit from a different system.

Definitely an offense that performs under their ability.

**HemiEd** · 07-15-2009, 10:00 AM

Oh no! Next you are going to tell me, we don't have a pro bowl full back, or pro bowl guard!

We are so ****ed!

TEX · 07-15-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by acesn8s

I disagree. I think it forces the rest of the team to step up. I think we will be better for it.

Shit is still shit even if it steps up...

Hog's Gone Fishin · 09-30-2009, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by billay

You're right, a 2nd round draft pick has more value then a tight end. Second round picks are gold in the NFL. They are starters who are much cheaper then first round picks. Engram will fill in for Gonzalez on third downs and LJ will fill in for Gonzalez in the red zone.

Gee, I guess you were mistaken!

WildTurkey · 09-30-2009, 06:44 PM

Oh we did replace him.... we have his holiness

GoHuge · 09-30-2009, 07:05 PM

Who is this Tony Gonzalez you people speak of?

Mr_Tomahawk · 09-30-2009, 07:06 PM

...Patrick Swayze?

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Quesadilla Joe Abolish The Salary Cap! Join Date: Mar 2008 Casino cash: $3408675	Replacing Gonzalez proving to be a chore in K.C. http://www.profootballweekly.com/200...-a-chore-in-kc Replacing Gonzalez proving to be a chore in K.C. Posted July 11, 2009 @ 6:50 p.m. By Michael Blunda Nobody in the Chiefs' organization thought it would be easy to replace departed TE Tony Gonzalez, a 10-time Pro Bowler and surefire Hall of Famer, but they probably didn’t think it would be this difficult, either. In one of the more surprising developments of the team’s recent minicamp, head coach Todd Haley declared the competition for the starting tight end job wide open, dispelling the widely believed thought that the spot belonged to Brad Cottam. From what we hear, Cottam, a 2008 third-round pick by the Chiefs and the favorite to capture the job, struggled mightily during offseason workouts, frequently dropping catchable passes. His failure to seize the opportunity has opened the door for others — like veterans Sean Ryan and Tony Curtis and seventh-round rookie Jake O’Connell — to enter the mix for starting duties. Although the Chiefs aren’t expected to utilize their tight ends as receivers very often, the offense would be lacking without a skilled pass catcher at that spot. Thus far, Cottam has “dropped the ball.”
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