Chiefs Chiefs RB Jackie Battle Plans To Test Free Agency - Page 2

Mr_Tomahawk · 02-20-2012, 05:20 PM

Chiefs RB Jackie Battle Plans To Test Free Agency
by Joel Thorman on Feb 20, 2012 5:16 PM CST in 2012 KC Chiefs Free

"[The Chiefs] said they wanted me back before we left but I was gonna just see what my options were before I made that decision," Battle told Andrew Bogusch and Pat Kirwan on SiriusXM NFL Radio Monday afternoon. "But they said they wanted me back before the season ended."

Battle recognized that this is the NFL and things change so it's possible Chiefs change their mind and look elsewhere for a running back.

"I don't know who they're looking at or what their strategy is," Battle said. "But I'm going to go out there and look around a little bit and if the Chiefs are the best situation for me then I'd love to go back."

He also said he's definitely going to be on the look out for a situation that gives him more carries at running back, whether that's with the Chiefs or another team.

"I played a bunch of special teams throughout my career but I'm a running back true and true," he said. "I want to play as much running back as I can. I'm looking for an opportunity to get a bigger running back role. And hopefully it's with the Chiefs."

Here's the dilemma for the Chiefs: If you lose Battle in free agency, you're losing a backup running back and one of your top special teamers. Battle mentioned on the show that he has played special teams, backup running back and fullback. He was making the point that he can do a lot of different things for the team.

In my mind, Battle should go with the money. He came into the league as an undrafted free agent and until this season was only known as a special teams guy. He's coming off what is by far his best year with seven times as many carries (149) this season as his previous career high (20). His stock may never be higher. And I wouldn't blame him for testing the free agency waters, either.

As for the teams who could be interested, there aren't any known teams with interest. Battle did say that he liked the way the Texans ran their offense. He said he wasn't talking about any particular teams -- just their offense itself -- but it's kinda funny that Battle's hometown is...Houston.

TRR · 02-20-2012, 05:49 PM

I cannot remember a bigger running back that struggled more in short yard situations that Jackie Battle. He had the occasional leap for a 1st down/TD but that was about it.

Its like the coaches kept saying "he's so big he can't possibly be that bad in short yardage situations..." But he was.
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Micjones · 02-20-2012, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by TRR

I cannot remember a bigger running back that struggled more in short yard situations that Jackie Battle. He had the occasional leap for a 1st down/TD but that was about it.

Its like the coaches kept saying "he's so big he can't possibly be that bad in short yardage situations..." But he was.
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Being successful in short yardage situations isn't about size though.
It CAN be, but ultimately I think vision, awareness, good decision-making and explosion are more important.
Marcus Allen wasn't a big guy, but he knew how to move the chains. Or sneak into the endzone.

**bevischief** · 02-20-2012, 05:53 PM

Bring me some nachos...

**notorious** · 02-20-2012, 05:58 PM

WTF is Pioli thinking?! We are 38.2 Billion under the cap! We need to keep the young guys that produce!

Sign him!!!!!!

Imon Yourside · 02-20-2012, 06:03 PM

Oh Noz, were gonna lose our number 1 rusher from last year...I think he had more yards than rookie breaker grandpa, right?

**RealSNR** · 02-20-2012, 06:05 PM

He was better than Jones and McCluster.

That's not saying much, though.

**the Talking Can** · 02-20-2012, 06:07 PM

suds79 · 02-20-2012, 06:19 PM

Terrance Ganaway? I like him as a replacement if we can get him late.

Mr. Laz · 02-20-2012, 06:33 PM

Don't blame him from trying, this is probably the only chance he'll get to get a relative good contract.

Hammock Parties · 02-20-2012, 06:35 PM

I will forever hate Battle for letting McCluster get 160 touches.

Mr. Laz · 02-20-2012, 06:36 PM

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I will forever hate Battle for letting McCluster get 160 touches.

Don't blame Battle it's that dumbass Haley that continued to run McCluster like a power back. Also DMC on the delay draw on ever 3rd and long was classic Haley.

InChiefsHeaven · 02-20-2012, 07:04 PM

I like Battle. Hope for the best and all.

trndobrd · 02-20-2012, 07:13 PM

Nothing wrong with the kid trying to get a payday. Wouldn't be bad to have him back for depth and special teams, but not much of a loss if he leaves.

TRR · 02-20-2012, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

Being successful in short yardage situations isn't about size though.
It CAN be, but ultimately I think vision, awareness, good decision-making and explosion are more important.
Marcus Allen wasn't a big guy, but he knew how to move the chains. Or sneak into the endzone.

Your right...Its not all about size. Priest Holmes was a great short yardage back as well without great size. However, it doesn't hurt either. It highlighted the fact that Battle does not have good vision or balance.
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Dragonocho · 02-20-2012, 07:47 PM

Maybe if he takes a handoff from someone who otherwise would be a threat to pass that will help him.

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