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booger · 10-14-2008, 11:02 PM

Gonzalez angered and baffled by non-tradeby Jay Glazer
Jay Glazer is a Senior NFL Writer for FOXSports.com on MSN and also appears every week on FOX NFL Sunday as the network's NFL Insider.

Updated: October 14, 2008, 11:46 PM EST

Tony Gonzalez figured there's no way I'd be writing a story today referring to him as Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez.

But after the NFL's trading deadline came and went and the future Hall Of Famer wasn't moved, he was wrought with a variety of emotions from disappointment to anger to trying to cope with damage caused by his trade request. But more than anything, there's confusion.

Tony Gonzalez: "Nobody is going to trade a second (-round pick) for a 32-year-old tight end." (Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images)

"I'm shocked," he said in an exclusive interview with FOXSports.com. "It didn't make sense not to do this deal. It's winding down for me and this team is rebuilding. If they said from the get-go, 'No, we're not going to trade you,' that would've been better than how this whole thing unfolded. But that's not what happened.

"Last night I talked to Carl (Peterson, Chiefs President and GM) and I point-blank asked him what it would take to get it done. I wanted to know if it could happen with a fourth (-round pick). He started talking about a second and a fifth like the Shockey deal. Nobody is going to trade a second for a 32-year-old tight end. All along Carl said he would do something that works for both parties. Then he talked about how he traded a third for Willie Roaf, and he made it pretty clear to me that's what was going to get it done. That was certainly fair.

"I know teams offered a third and in the end, Carl made the asking price a second. I'm very disappointed that he didn't go through with it after he told me he was going to try to make it happen. I've been around this league a long time, it's a business. There's nothing I can do about it. I was pissed off about it, but I'll get over it. I won't let it affect my play and my preparation."

So where does he go from here? Gonzalez insists he'll do whatever it takes to make the Chiefs a better team. But first he says he will clear the air with many of his teammates.

"I'm going to go in tomorrow and get up in front of the team, no coaches, just my teammates and let them know exactly where I was coming from," he said. "Like I said, they keep talking about the future here and trading me would've helped build for the future. I love Kansas City and will always be a Chief, always! But my road is coming to an end, and I didn't want it to end on a team that is rebuilding.

"When I signed my deal a few years ago, it was to end my career here. But I also felt we had real potential, I didn't see us ending up with a rebuilding effort. But once they cleaned house, and when they traded Jared (Allen), it was clearly to rebuild. They have a bright future here. Some of the players they've drafted are going to be great. They are on the right road, but by the time they travel it, I'll probably be done. That's why I asked for this, and I was certainly led to believe they understood this and would help accommodate it."

Gonzalez, after hanging up with Peterson last night, was pretty sure he'd soon pick up a new zip code. As the day progressed, several teams involved began increasing their offers. A few came up to a fourth while a pair came up to a third. The Chiefs, however, will remain steadfast with a second rounder.

"If I was 28-years-old, we wouldn't even be having this conversation," said the league's all-time receiving leader for tight ends. "We've been talking about it for three weeks now, so we've had plenty of time to get it done. In the end, they had their agenda, and I don't know if they were serious about trading me or whether they were just trying to appease me.

"But you know what? I can't cry about it. If anything, this has motivated me even more. I'm a Chief, will be happy to be a Chief and will bust my butt for the Chiefs. I was never not happy being a Chief. I just wanted the chance to spend my last couple of years winning a title, not rebuilding. But I'm here to help rebuild, I'll work with all our young guys and get after it like I always have."

**HemiEd** · 10-15-2008, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by SBK

I think it has more to do with this than tickets to sell. What a tool.

Oh, if I only knew how to help fan those flames.

The thought of desention at the top, at 1 Arrowhead Drive is music to my ears.

**Rausch** · 10-15-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by milkman

I don't disagree.

I fully understand that Tony is worth more to the Chiefs,

But the point remains that the Chiefs were offered fair market value.

I'd disagree.

Shockey was a whiney, often injured, average blocking, wide-body-diva.
Gono is easily TWICE the TE shockey was.

Value is getting twice as much in a trade.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 10-15-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by milkman

Maybe it's just me, but I would have a difficult time following the lead of a teammate that made it pretty clear that he didn't want to be here to lead.

I wonder if you'll get barbecued over that comment the way I was last night.

milkman · 10-15-2008, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

I'd disagree.

Shockey was a whiney, often injured, average blocking, wide-body-diva.
Gono is easily TWICE the TE shockey was.

Value is getting twice as much in a trade.

The rest of the league wasn't going to be as stupid as the Saints were in that trade.

Chief Faithful · 10-15-2008, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by milkman

Maybe it's just me, but I would have a difficult time following the lead of a teammate that made it pretty clear that he didn't want to be here to lead.

Gonzo has demonstrated much more pride and character throughout his career for me to believe he will not give it 110%. He is not Randy Moss or Terrell Owens who will throw temper tantrums.

The rest of the team also realize the business of the NFL and will not let this episode distrupt.

**HemiEd** · 10-15-2008, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by milkman

Maybe it's just me, but I would have a difficult time following the lead of a teammate that made it pretty clear that he didn't want to be here to lead.

Herm Edwards has set the piss poor leadership example, Tony shouldn't be held to a higher standard than the HC.

But I do agree with your point.

Sure-Oz · 10-15-2008, 08:56 AM

It's really too bad the Saints were that stupid cause Gonzo may have been traded there and we would've gotten a 2nd and they gotten a better player, even if older.

Duck Dog · 10-15-2008, 09:52 AM

Gonzo, IMO, handled this very well. Only his team mates can judge his sincerity. WTF Carl doesn't let him go for a third is remarkably stupid. Everyday he remains a Chief he is worth less to a rebuilding franchise. Hopefully his class and talent will rub off on the younger guys.

StcChief · 10-15-2008, 10:09 AM

Tony is doing the right thing, off season may offer an opportunity.....

Shockey can't hold TG's jock. he won't be in the league in 10 years. or have anywhere near the numbers.

Mr. Laz · 10-15-2008, 10:12 AM

this sounds alot like Trent Green

**Rausch** · 10-15-2008, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by milkman

The rest of the league wasn't going to be as stupid as the Saints were in that trade.

It was beyond stupid to give that for Shockey.

To throw his compensation out just to open trade talks sounds fair.

When you're trading for the best at your position (save K/P) top dollar/compensation is expected.

I'm ecstatic he's here.

There's always the outside chance we win the lottery and a new HC/GM reignite his fire after this season.

Sure, it's like buying a lottery ticket but...

**OnTheWarpath15** · 10-15-2008, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by milkman

The rest of the league wasn't going to be as stupid as the Saints were in that trade.

And the majority here don't seem to get that.

FAX · 10-15-2008, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Laz

this sounds alot like Trent Green

It does, doesn't it? I was thinking the same thing earlier today, Mr. Laz.

Almost to a T.

FAX

Chiefnj2 · 10-15-2008, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

And the majority here don't seem to get that.

The majority do get it. I think the majority would have taken the 3rd rounder.

kaplin42 · 10-15-2008, 10:30 AM

I would be willing to bet mondy that TG is gone in the offseason. He will go play a year or two for some other team.

10-14-2008, 11:02 PM
booger Don't Tug on Superman's Cape Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: clear out in the sticks Casino cash: $-2371450	Glazer: Gonzalez angered and baffled by non-trade Gonzalez angered and baffled by non-tradeby Jay Glazer Jay Glazer is a Senior NFL Writer for FOXSports.com on MSN and also appears every week on FOX NFL Sunday as the network's NFL Insider. Updated: October 14, 2008, 11:46 PM EST Tony Gonzalez figured there's no way I'd be writing a story today referring to him as Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez. But after the NFL's trading deadline came and went and the future Hall Of Famer wasn't moved, he was wrought with a variety of emotions from disappointment to anger to trying to cope with damage caused by his trade request. But more than anything, there's confusion. Tony Gonzalez: "Nobody is going to trade a second (-round pick) for a 32-year-old tight end." (Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images) "I'm shocked," he said in an exclusive interview with FOXSports.com. "It didn't make sense not to do this deal. It's winding down for me and this team is rebuilding. If they said from the get-go, 'No, we're not going to trade you,' that would've been better than how this whole thing unfolded. But that's not what happened. "Last night I talked to Carl (Peterson, Chiefs President and GM) and I point-blank asked him what it would take to get it done. I wanted to know if it could happen with a fourth (-round pick). He started talking about a second and a fifth like the Shockey deal. Nobody is going to trade a second for a 32-year-old tight end. All along Carl said he would do something that works for both parties. Then he talked about how he traded a third for Willie Roaf, and he made it pretty clear to me that's what was going to get it done. That was certainly fair. "I know teams offered a third and in the end, Carl made the asking price a second. I'm very disappointed that he didn't go through with it after he told me he was going to try to make it happen. I've been around this league a long time, it's a business. There's nothing I can do about it. I was pissed off about it, but I'll get over it. I won't let it affect my play and my preparation." So where does he go from here? Gonzalez insists he'll do whatever it takes to make the Chiefs a better team. But first he says he will clear the air with many of his teammates. "I'm going to go in tomorrow and get up in front of the team, no coaches, just my teammates and let them know exactly where I was coming from," he said. "Like I said, they keep talking about the future here and trading me would've helped build for the future. I love Kansas City and will always be a Chief, always! But my road is coming to an end, and I didn't want it to end on a team that is rebuilding. "When I signed my deal a few years ago, it was to end my career here. But I also felt we had real potential, I didn't see us ending up with a rebuilding effort. But once they cleaned house, and when they traded Jared (Allen), it was clearly to rebuild. They have a bright future here. Some of the players they've drafted are going to be great. They are on the right road, but by the time they travel it, I'll probably be done. That's why I asked for this, and I was certainly led to believe they understood this and would help accommodate it." Gonzalez, after hanging up with Peterson last night, was pretty sure he'd soon pick up a new zip code. As the day progressed, several teams involved began increasing their offers. A few came up to a fourth while a pair came up to a third. The Chiefs, however, will remain steadfast with a second rounder. "If I was 28-years-old, we wouldn't even be having this conversation," said the league's all-time receiving leader for tight ends. "We've been talking about it for three weeks now, so we've had plenty of time to get it done. In the end, they had their agenda, and I don't know if they were serious about trading me or whether they were just trying to appease me. "But you know what? I can't cry about it. If anything, this has motivated me even more. I'm a Chief, will be happy to be a Chief and will bust my butt for the Chiefs. I was never not happy being a Chief. I just wanted the chance to spend my last couple of years winning a title, not rebuilding. But I'm here to help rebuild, I'll work with all our young guys and get after it like I always have."
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10-15-2008, 09:52 AM	#68
Duck Dog Reap the whirlwind Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Olathe Casino cash: $10004900	Gonzo, IMO, handled this very well. Only his team mates can judge his sincerity. WTF Carl doesn't let him go for a third is remarkably stupid. Everyday he remains a Chief he is worth less to a rebuilding franchise. Hopefully his class and talent will rub off on the younger guys.
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10-15-2008, 10:09 AM	#69
StcChief Playing for #1 Draft Pick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Just West of Lambs land Casino cash: $10004900	Tony is doing the right thing, off season may offer an opportunity..... Shockey can't hold TG's jock. he won't be in the league in 10 years. or have anywhere near the numbers. __________________ sig test for this screwy schema
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10-15-2008, 10:12 AM	#70
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	this sounds alot like Trent Green __________________
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10-15-2008, 10:30 AM	#75
kaplin42 Thats Right, Sniff the Glue!!! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: tubbytronic superdome Casino cash: $10007177	I would be willing to bet mondy that TG is gone in the offseason. He will go play a year or two for some other team.
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