Chiefs Tony G has cleaned out his locker - Page 9

LaChapelle · 05:37 PM

NFL Network, expecting to be traded.

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Per Rotoworld
NFL Network's Michael Lombardi reports that there's an "80-85 percent chance" that Tony Gonzalez will be dealt to the Falcons this offseason.

Lombardi says Gonzo has already cleared his Chiefs locker in anticipation of a deal. The Chiefs lost their second-round pick in February's Matt Cassel trade and are reportedly willing to send Gonzalez to Atlanta for the No. 55 overall pick. Gonzo recently turned 33, but obviously can still play. He caught 96 passes for 1,058 yards (11.0 YPC) and 10 touchdowns in 2008.
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Talisman · 04-13-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I wasn't thrilled with the Cassel trade, but my position has been that Pioli is omnipotent and I would trust Pioli to catch me if I had to jump out of a burning building.

You're only saying that because he's standing right behind you. And in front of you. Oh, and across the room too.

**DaneMcCloud** · 04-13-2009, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Every outlet I've seen/read has painted the picture of LJ being a model citizen recently and likely to stick around. Apparently he's sat down with the new regime and says he wants to be here.

I'd still be surprised if LJ, Waters and Gonzalez were on the Chiefs rosters in September.

Shocked, actually.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 04-13-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I'd still be surprised if LJ, Waters and Gonzalez were on the Chiefs rosters in September.

Shocked, actually.

For some reason, I think that LJ will be the one of the three that survive.

Mainly, because he has absolutely no trade value. They really have no reason to flat-out cut him. Might as well use him if he actually has bought in and wants to be here.

Waters, on the other hand DOES have trade value, though probably not a ton, and doesn't want to be here. Ship his ass out.

Personally, I could care less who stays/goes.

ChiefsCountry · 04-13-2009, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

For some reason, I think that LJ will be the one of the three that survive.

Mainly, because he has absolutely no trade value. They really have no reason to flat-out cut him. Might as well use him if he actually has bought in and wants to be here.

Waters, on the other hand DOES have trade value, though probably not a ton, and doesn't want to be here. Ship his ass out.

Personally, I could care less who stays/goes.

Pretty much my thoughts on this issue as well.

stevieray · 04-13-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Personally, I could care less who stays/goes.

pretty much.

Reerun_KC · 04-13-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

For some reason, I think that LJ will be the one of the three that survive.

Mainly, because he has absolutely no trade value. They really have no reason to flat-out cut him. Might as well use him if he actually has bought in and wants to be here.

Waters, on the other hand DOES have trade value, though probably not a ton, and doesn't want to be here. Ship his ass out.

Personally, I could care less who stays/goes.

This...

Not like we have ever won shit with TG.... IT will be different not seeing him in Red and Gold, but shit I want to win a superbowl...

**OnTheWarpath15** · 04-13-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsCountry

Pretty much my thoughts on this issue as well.

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Originally Posted by stevieray

pretty much.

I should have added a disclaimer to that.

I really don't care who stays/goes provided that should one or more of these guys be on the roster come September, that we don't hear anymore bitching and moaning about not being dealt.

If Pioli thinks they aren't team players, or will be a distraction, ship their ass out.

Those who are willing to buy in and be productive members of a TEAM, you're free to stay.

Another reason why I think Waters is eventually gone.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 04-13-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Groves

This is all a ploy to break Thiggy's attitude problem.

Couldn't we just break his arm instead?

Reerun_KC · 04-13-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Another reason why I think Waters is eventually gone.

I guess Arrowhead will be without running Waters....

L.A. Chieffan · 04-13-2009, 08:56 PM

**DeezNutz** · 04-13-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

I should have added a disclaimer to that.

I really don't care who stays/goes provided that should one or more of these guys be on the roster come September, that we don't hear anymore bitching and moaning about not being dealt.

If Pioli thinks they aren't team players, or will be a distraction, ship their ass out.

Those who are willing to buy in and be productive members of a TEAM, you're free to stay.

Another reason why I think Waters is eventually gone.

Yep.

I have a really, really hard time thinking about a back who refuses to block as a team guy, though. I know the contract situation and what not, but my anger for his selfishness overrides everything else.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 04-13-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Yep.

I have a really, really hard time thinking about a back who refuses to block as a team guy, though. I know the contract situation and what not, but my anger for his selfishness overrides everything else.

I understand, and can't really disagree.

Like I said, IF he's bought in. That would include blocking, in my book.

Hell, for all we know, he was never coached proper technique in picking up blockers.

**DeezNutz** · 04-13-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

I understand, and can't really disagree.

Like I said, IF he's bought in. That would include blocking, in my book.

Hell, for all we know, he was never coached proper technique in picking up blockers.

I'm willing to be *skeptically* optimistic (didn't want to use all caps).

tboss27 · 04-13-2009, 09:15 PM

Definitely a sad day if he does end up being traded. I think Cassel would love having him around the next couple years, but totally understandable if we can get a 2nd maybe more for an older player.

wild1 · 04-13-2009, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I'd still be surprised if LJ, Waters and Gonzalez were on the Chiefs rosters in September.

Shocked, actually.

I halfway expect Waters will be back, but the other two, probably not.

I don't care, really. We've been doing things the same way 20 years and have nothing to show for it. Let's let these guys put their stamp on the franchise.

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