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**Tribal Warfare** · 02-18-2009, 04:26 AM

Chiefs’ Haley puts together coaching staff
By ADAM TEICHER
The Kansas City Star

The Chiefs now have a staff of assistants to work with new head coach Todd Haley. In keeping with their new policy of hiding as much information as possible, the Chiefs wouldn’t disclose the duties of their assistant coaches.

But they retained Chan Gailey, who presumably will continue as offensive coordinator, and three other assistants from the staff of former coach Herm Edwards: Bob Bicknell, Joe D’Alessandris and Tim Krumrie.

Haley also hired seven new assistant coaches, including Gary Gibbs, the likely defensive coordinator. Gibbs, 56, spent the last three seasons as the defensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints.

The head coach at Oklahoma during 1989-94, Gibbs has also served as linebacker coach for the Dallas Cowboys.

The other new assistants:

•Joel Collier, who has 17 seasons of NFL coaching experience. Collier most recently was the secondary coach for New England during 2005-07.

•Steve Hoffman, a 19-year NFL coaching veteran. Hoffman spent 16 seasons as the kicking coach for the Cowboys before moving on to special teams duties with Miami and Atlanta.

•Bill Muir, a 31-year NFL coaching veteran. Muir most recently spent seven seasons as Tampa Bay’s offensive coordinator and line coach, though he didn’t call the plays.

•Clancy Pendergast, who was the defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals for the last five years.

•Pat Perles, who has spent most of his coaching career in college other than two seasons with the Rams in the early 1990s. Perles spent the last four seasons as the offensive coordinator at North Dakota State and recently was hired as offensive line coach at Ball State.

•Dedric Ward, who played wide receiver for eight NFL seasons. He started his coaching career at Missouri State in 2006 and was an offensive assistant for the Cardinals for the last two years.

Judging from the backgrounds of the new coaches, one likely offensive scenario has Gailey joined on offense by Ward (wide receivers) and Bicknell (tight ends). Muir, Perles and D’Alessandris have backgrounds coaching the offensive line, so it’s unclear what their duties will be.

On defense, both Gibbs and Pendergast have been coordinators and coached linebackers. Krumrie will likely remain as the line coach while Collier could coach the secondary.

Hoffman would be the special teams coach.

Brent Salazar and Cedric Smith were also retained from Edwards’ former staff as strength and conditioning coaches.

Through the Chiefs, Haley refused an interview request to explain his decisions.

Haley’s staff
The returnees: Bob Bicknell, Joe D’Alessandris, Chan Gailey, Tim Krumrie.

The newcomers: Joel Collier, Gary Gibbs, Steve Hoffman, Bill Muir, Clancy Pendergast, Pat Perles, Dedric Ward.

InChiefsHeaven · 02-18-2009, 08:15 AM

I'd think that an explanation will be forthcoming. I think that because most fanbases could give two shits about any coaches except maybe the OC and DC (besides the HC obviously) it's probably not a big priority anywhere else. Pioli will probably figure this out...of course he probably doesn't give a shit either. And for my part, I really don't care about the lower level assistents (though I share the "Krumrie?? WTF???" sentiment). When they hire a DC they'll have the whole staff together.

I do find it amusing that the KC media is pissing itself cuz there's nothing to write about.

Mecca · 02-18-2009, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

I'd think that an explanation will be forthcoming. I think that because most fanbases could give two shits about any coaches except maybe the OC and DC (besides the HC obviously) it's probably not a big priority anywhere else. Pioli will probably figure this out...of course he probably doesn't give a shit either. And for my part, I really don't care about the lower level assistents (though I share the "Krumrie?? WTF???" sentiment). When they hire a DC they'll have the whole staff together.

I do find it amusing that the KC media is pissing itself cuz there's nothing to write about.

Well in fairness this not even announcing what they were hired to do is kind of stupid.

bkkcoh · 02-18-2009, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

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I do find it amusing that the KC media is pissing itself cuz there's nothing to write about.

That is what appears to be happening big-time.

**Kyle DeLexus** · 02-18-2009, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP

It's been a terrible n00b season. I think it's fair to designate this entire class a bust and cut 'em all.

I find this offensive. Please, don't lump me in with the unedumacated n00b folk that reek of true fandom.

Chiefnj2 · 02-18-2009, 08:34 AM

Is Pioli just trying to establish he's got the big dick in town and the media is going to be his lapdog and like it? This veil of secrecy has gotten old in less than 2 months.

King_Chief_Fan · 02-18-2009, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

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I do find it amusing that the KC media is pissing itself cuz there's nothing to write about.

even after this announcement there is nothing to write about.
Pendegrast and Gibbs? talk about wtf?

Red Dawg · 02-18-2009, 08:38 AM

I can't believe that we are going to employ the DC of the Saints.

In Scott I trust untill proven different.

King_Chief_Fan · 02-18-2009, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Is Pioli just trying to establish he's got the big dick in town and the media is going to be his lapdog and like it? This veil of secrecy has gotten old in less than 2 months.

with some of the crap he is hiring, you would want it kept secret too.

InChiefsHeaven · 02-18-2009, 08:44 AM

I just think that when we hire the coordinators (OC, DC and ST) then they will roll out everything at once regarding who is doing what. Imagine if they lay all those cards out before the whole picture is painted with all the coordinators in place, the second guessing that would be going on.

cmh6476 · 02-18-2009, 08:49 AM

I guess I'm in a different boat. I don't really give two rat's asses who our assistant coaches are

If they work I'm fine with them, if not I'm not going to be happy. I do kind of like the fact they're not just throwing out news conference after news conference just to be in the news.

We're going to have to get used to the different mentality at Arrowhead 1 I think. I don't give a crap if we don't have much to talk about leading up to major events like the draft, training camp and the regular season. I just want to see this damn team win some games, and that means playoff games. They haven't been doing it in the past, so I don't give a damn how they change this team and what they do differently. For me, all these guys have the benefit of the doubt until they give me reason to believe otherwise.

Now with all that said, from this article we have a Tight End coach, Linebackers Coach, Running Backs Coach, Quality Controla and Wide Receivers coach. Seems to me the 7 they hired would be competent enough to fill at least these roles

soundmind · 02-18-2009, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by King_Chief_Fan

with some of the crap he is hiring, you would want it kept secret too.

Exactly. The reason Haley "through the Chiefs" declined comment on the hirings is because Bill Clinton on his best day couldn't make you feel good about the Pendergast/Gibbs hirings...and if you've seen Haley in front of the camera, he's not exactly comfortable.

...what the hell are they gonna say..."well, he was available (er, recently fired for spearheading the 26th ranked defense), and our kids have soccer together."

raybec 4 · 02-18-2009, 09:06 AM

I don't really give a shit if they put Krusty the ****ing Klown on the side lines with a head set. We got rid of Herm and Gunther, it's bound to be an upgrade. No more "In Tampa this, In Tampa that". No more cover who and no more flustration. I can't say it will be good but it's got to be better.

**SAUTO** · 02-18-2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Well in fairness this not even announcing what they were hired to do is kind of stupid.

WHY?

Pioli Zombie · 02-18-2009, 09:14 AM

Pioli's job is to turn the team into a champion. He doesn't have to explain shit. You want a GM to worry about what you think then go get carl peterson back. In New England they don't explain anything either and the media and fans understand it. Its about the product. If making you feel dandy about their decisions produced wins they'd do it. But Pioli knows it doesn't mean crap what internet posters think
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CoMoChief · 02-18-2009, 09:17 AM

we NEED Gunther Cunningham.

Kansas City needs Gunther Cunningham.

Gunther Cunningham needs Kansas City

02-18-2009, 04:26 AM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-3087187	Teicher: Chiefs’ Haley puts together coaching staff Chiefs’ Haley puts together coaching staff By ADAM TEICHER The Kansas City Star The Chiefs now have a staff of assistants to work with new head coach Todd Haley. In keeping with their new policy of hiding as much information as possible, the Chiefs wouldn’t disclose the duties of their assistant coaches. But they retained Chan Gailey, who presumably will continue as offensive coordinator, and three other assistants from the staff of former coach Herm Edwards: Bob Bicknell, Joe D’Alessandris and Tim Krumrie. Haley also hired seven new assistant coaches, including Gary Gibbs, the likely defensive coordinator. Gibbs, 56, spent the last three seasons as the defensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints. The head coach at Oklahoma during 1989-94, Gibbs has also served as linebacker coach for the Dallas Cowboys. The other new assistants: •Joel Collier, who has 17 seasons of NFL coaching experience. Collier most recently was the secondary coach for New England during 2005-07. •Steve Hoffman, a 19-year NFL coaching veteran. Hoffman spent 16 seasons as the kicking coach for the Cowboys before moving on to special teams duties with Miami and Atlanta. •Bill Muir, a 31-year NFL coaching veteran. Muir most recently spent seven seasons as Tampa Bay’s offensive coordinator and line coach, though he didn’t call the plays. •Clancy Pendergast, who was the defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals for the last five years. •Pat Perles, who has spent most of his coaching career in college other than two seasons with the Rams in the early 1990s. Perles spent the last four seasons as the offensive coordinator at North Dakota State and recently was hired as offensive line coach at Ball State. •Dedric Ward, who played wide receiver for eight NFL seasons. He started his coaching career at Missouri State in 2006 and was an offensive assistant for the Cardinals for the last two years. Judging from the backgrounds of the new coaches, one likely offensive scenario has Gailey joined on offense by Ward (wide receivers) and Bicknell (tight ends). Muir, Perles and D’Alessandris have backgrounds coaching the offensive line, so it’s unclear what their duties will be. On defense, both Gibbs and Pendergast have been coordinators and coached linebackers. Krumrie will likely remain as the line coach while Collier could coach the secondary. Hoffman would be the special teams coach. Brent Salazar and Cedric Smith were also retained from Edwards’ former staff as strength and conditioning coaches. Through the Chiefs, Haley refused an interview request to explain his decisions. Haley’s staff The returnees: Bob Bicknell, Joe D’Alessandris, Chan Gailey, Tim Krumrie. The newcomers: Joel Collier, Gary Gibbs, Steve Hoffman, Bill Muir, Clancy Pendergast, Pat Perles, Dedric Ward.
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InChiefsHeaven Rockin' yer FACE OFF! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Casino cash: $515437	I'd think that an explanation will be forthcoming. I think that because most fanbases could give two shits about any coaches except maybe the OC and DC (besides the HC obviously) it's probably not a big priority anywhere else. Pioli will probably figure this out...of course he probably doesn't give a shit either. And for my part, I really don't care about the lower level assistents (though I share the "Krumrie?? WTF???" sentiment). When they hire a DC they'll have the whole staff together. I do find it amusing that the KC media is pissing itself cuz there's nothing to write about. __________________ We have a million reasons for failure, but not one excuse... Die Donks, DIE!! Holy Crap fellas!!! We did it!!! THREE TIMES!!!
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InChiefsHeaven Rockin' yer FACE OFF! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Casino cash: $515437	I just think that when we hire the coordinators (OC, DC and ST) then they will roll out everything at once regarding who is doing what. Imagine if they lay all those cards out before the whole picture is painted with all the coordinators in place, the second guessing that would be going on. __________________ We have a million reasons for failure, but not one excuse... Die Donks, DIE!! Holy Crap fellas!!! We did it!!! THREE TIMES!!!
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cmh6476 Keep Camp Home! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: St Joe MO Casino cash: $-1133723	I guess I'm in a different boat. I don't really give two rat's asses who our assistant coaches are If they work I'm fine with them, if not I'm not going to be happy. I do kind of like the fact they're not just throwing out news conference after news conference just to be in the news. We're going to have to get used to the different mentality at Arrowhead 1 I think. I don't give a crap if we don't have much to talk about leading up to major events like the draft, training camp and the regular season. I just want to see this damn team win some games, and that means playoff games. They haven't been doing it in the past, so I don't give a damn how they change this team and what they do differently. For me, all these guys have the benefit of the doubt until they give me reason to believe otherwise. Now with all that said, from this article we have a Tight End coach, Linebackers Coach, Running Backs Coach, Quality Controla and Wide Receivers coach. Seems to me the 7 they hired would be competent enough to fill at least these roles __________________ from September to February! from November to April! from April to October! 2024 Adopt-a-Chief: Xavier Worthy
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