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LaChapelle · 10-07-2009, 05:24 PM

Tight ends on pace for record production in 2009

By CHARLES ODUM
AP Sports Writer

NFL coaches are using athletic tight ends to take advantage of mismatches more than ever.

A record 15 tight ends are on pace to catch at least 50 passes this season.

It's an evolving trend as the tight end has become a leader, instead of a complementary player, in passing attacks.

In the past four seasons, an average of 10.5 tight ends logged at least 50 catches, according to STATS, LLC. That's nearly double the number from 10 years ago.

Wide open offenses and zone defenses have created openings for skilled tight ends in the middle of the field. Young quarterbacks seek them out.

Whatever the dilemma an offensive coordinator faces, the tight end has increasingly become the answer

**BigMeatballDave** · 10-07-2009, 10:36 PM

Dallas Clark also has a Manning throwing to him...

**BigMeatballDave** · 10-07-2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Dallas Clark is having a monster season in general man.

Yeah, he's on pace for a 100+ catch season and 1400+ yards.

Saccopoo · 10-07-2009, 10:47 PM

But, but, but...

You can't draft a TE high. They suck. The position is worthless. It goes against all historical relevance!

THIS IS MADNESS!

**RealSNR** · 10-07-2009, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

But, but, but...

You can't draft a TE high. They suck. The position is worthless. It goes against all historical relevance!

THIS IS MADNESS!

I don't exactly see Vernon Davis lighting the world on fire.

Saccopoo · 10-07-2009, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SNR

I don't exactly see Vernon Davis lighting the world on fire.

Vernon Davis is no Jermaine Gresham that's for sure.

kcfanXIII · 10-07-2009, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Pioli Zombie

In April after a 1-15 season you guys will all be glad to have that extra 2nd round picks. 3 picks in the first 50 will be nice
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how'd that work out for us with the JA trade? better question, how's it always worked out for kc? the biggest stars leave here, and we're always told we got compensated with great prospects, or draft picks, that NEVER pan out. name me one time its benefited kc to trade a star. go ahead, i'll wait...

Psyko Tek · 10-08-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Pioli Zombie

In April after a 1-15 season you guys will all be glad to have that extra 2nd round picks. 3 picks in the first 50 will be nice
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1 and 15

****ing hOMER

**007** · 10-08-2009, 04:19 AM

Who still wears their TG jerseys? Honest question.

Pioli Zombie · 10-08-2009, 04:27 AM

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Originally Posted by kcfanXIII

how'd that work out for us with the JA trade? better question, how's it always worked out for kc? the biggest stars leave here, and we're always told we got compensated with great prospects, or draft picks, that NEVER pan out. name me one time its benefited kc to trade a star. go ahead, i'll wait...

Carl just ruined you people didnt he?
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Pablo · 10-08-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Guru

Who still wears their TG jerseys? Honest question.

If I was going to Arrowhead, I would. Sure as shit can't wear my JA jersey.

OctoberFart · 10-08-2009, 11:10 AM

TG trade was a good trade because he won't last too many more years in the league and if KC ever gets it turned around with the next coaching regime after Haley TG would be retired anyway.

Garcia Bronco · 10-08-2009, 11:33 AM

You can thank Shannon Sharpe for this. Again...he is the legend. :P

King_Chief_Fan · 10-08-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by LaChapelle

Tight ends on pace for record production in 2009

By CHARLES ODUM
AP Sports Writer

NFL coaches are using athletic tight ends to take advantage of mismatches more than ever.

A record 15 tight ends are on pace to catch at least 50 passes this season.

It's an evolving trend as the tight end has become a leader, instead of a complementary player, in passing attacks.

In the past four seasons, an average of 10.5 tight ends logged at least 50 catches, according to STATS, LLC. That's nearly double the number from 10 years ago.

Wide open offenses and zone defenses have created openings for skilled tight ends in the middle of the field. Young quarterbacks seek them out.

Whatever the dilemma an offensive coordinator faces, the tight end has increasingly become the answer

and where would TG rate in the KC offense? I remember him having 100 receptions or close to it in a 4 win and 2 win season. move on people TG wouldn't save this team.

Taco John · 10-08-2009, 12:13 PM

It was tough watching Shannon Sharpe win a Superbowl with another team.

Thankfully, you guys won't have to go through such pain.

wild1 · 10-08-2009, 12:16 PM

I don't have any wounds to nurse over someone who wanted out and asked for it for basically an entire year.

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