Chiefs Source: Chiefs' Gonzalez wants out - Page 2

ChiefRon · 03-24-2009, 08:23 PM

Didn't see this posted already...

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/200...ml?eref=si_nfl

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Contrary to remarks by Kansas City owner Clark Hunt, Tony Gonzalez wants to be traded if the right deal can be made, a person close to the Pro Bowl tight end told The Associated Press on Tuesday.

Asking not to be identified because of the sensitivity of the subject, the person said Gonzalez was surprised that Hunt had said the Chiefs were definitely not going to trade their 10-time Pro Bowler.

"If the right deal can be made, Tony very much wants the Chiefs to trade him," the person said. "Tony is not demanding a trade. Tony cherishes the time he's spent with the Chiefs and he loves the way he's always been treated by the fans there. But he knows of some other teams that would be interested in him and if the right deal can be made, he wants it to be made."

A Chiefs spokesman said Hunt could not be immediately reached. At the owners' meeting in Dana Point, Calif., on Monday, Hunt said the Chiefs had decided not to deal Gonzalez, whose many NFL records includes the most catches, yards receiving and touchdown receptions by a tight end.

"We certainly will not seek a trade for Tony," Hunt told The Kansas City Star. "I think he's excited about the changes we've made here. I think he recognizes that with Todd (Haley) as the head coach, we're going to have an exciting offense and one that will feature the passing game."

Since the end of a 2-14 season, the Chiefs have installed Scott Pioli as general manager and Haley as head coach.

The 33-year-old Gonzalez asked to be traded last October. But then-general manager Carl Peterson said no team that Gonzalez was willing to go to made a good enough offer.

The only tight end in NFL history selected to 10 Pro Bowls, Gonzalez was usually double-teamed last year but still caught 96 passes for 1,058 yards and 10 touchdowns. He plans on playing at least one more season and possibly two.

"If the Chiefs can't make a deal with the right team, then Tony will be fine with that," The AP was told. "He is not demanding a trade. But if the right deal can be made, he very much would like to be traded."

**KcMizzou** · 03-24-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by MWagg72

But it was a source close to Tony

Heheh, yeahhhh...

Just like that source close to Brian Waters.

chiefs1111 · 03-24-2009, 08:42 PM

It seems like there is at least one story a month about how he wants out..

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-24-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KcMizzou

Doesn't sound like it.

But if that's how he feels, he should be telling Pioli that... and not yapping to the media.

Seems to me that he wants out, but this is his version of damage control. I think he does value his image, above all else. He wants that last shot... but he doesn't want the entire Chiefs fan base hating him, either.

Of course he wants out.

He's only gone to the media 3-4 times in the past 18 months to say so.

Grant his ass his wish.

**KcMizzou** · 03-24-2009, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Of course he wants out.

He's only gone to the media 3-4 times in the past 18 months to say so.

Grant his ass his wish.

Jason Taylor style.

(Meh, I'm not sure I mean that... I might. Give me some time.)

**Mr. Kotter** · 03-24-2009, 08:45 PM

Clark qualified his statement....the Chiefs won't be shopping Tony--doesn't mean they won't listen to a reasonable proposal by someone. I think it would have to be a SB contender, that was willing to give at least a 3rd rounder--and after TG's second half last year, more likely a 2nd rounder. TG has 2-3 good years left....and could be the difference for a team like the Giants, the Patriots, the Jets, the Vikings, or maybe even someplace like Tennesee or Arizona.

Deberg_1990 · 03-24-2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

Clark qualified his statement....the Chiefs won't be shopping Tony--doesn't mean they won't listen to a reasonable proposal by someone. I think it would have to be a SB contender, that was willing to give at least a 3rd rounder--and after TG's second half last year, more likely a 2nd rounder. TG has 2-3 good years left....and could be the difference for a team like the Giants, the Patriots, the Jets, the Vikings, or maybe even someplace like Tennesee or Arizona.

They wont get a 2nd for him ever.

They did get offered a 3rd last year but Carl couldnt let his baby leave the nest and backed out.

**PHOG** · 03-24-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefMojo

Unless he wants to go against everything he has always stood for, he isn't going anywhere. Face it, he will retire a Chief! I don't see Tony pulling a Cutler.

Uh, seems to me, that's not what he's doing at all.....Chiefs are rebuilding, he doesn't have much time..... would like to ACTUALLY experience a playoff win...let alone being in the big one.... let alone winning it.

He's not being a whiny bitch , he''s proved himself...IMO....it's not his fault that his mentor (

) gave him untold amounts of money that would guarentee he finished his career as a Chief...and he graciously accepted...

Just two sides of the story, and I guess we'll see what the new GM decides, I myself would get what I could for him....JMHO.

MIAdragon · 03-24-2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

They wont get a 2nd for him ever.

They did get offered a 3rd last year but Carl couldnt let his baby leave the nest and backed out.

Id take a 3rd in a second.

Pioli Zombie · 03-24-2009, 08:52 PM

If the Chiefs could ever get a 3rd for Gonzalaz and a 3rd for LJ it would be a great day.
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Deberg_1990 · 03-24-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by PHOG

IMO....it's not his fault that his mentor (

) gave him untold amounts of money that would guarentee he finished his career as a Chief...and he graciously accepted...

Not his fault? Nobody forced him to sign with the Chiefs again. I dont feel sorry for him one bit.

**PHOG** · 03-24-2009, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

Not his fault? Nobody forced him to sign with the Chiefs again. I dont feel sorry for him one bit.

You would 've turned it down?

**dirk digler** · 03-24-2009, 08:54 PM

That sucks

shaneo69 · 03-24-2009, 08:55 PM

Oh this is a new thread? I just thought someone dredged up a thread from one of his six previous trade demands.

SBK · 03-24-2009, 09:01 PM

If we end up drafting a QB (doubtful) then I want him to stay. Otherwise, well, bye.

beavis · 03-24-2009, 09:01 PM

Tony, LJ, Waters, and a case of Natty to the Lions for #1.

03-24-2009, 08:23 PM
ChiefRon Starter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Memphis, TN Casino cash: $10004900	Source: Chiefs' Gonzalez wants out Didn't see this posted already... http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/200...ml?eref=si_nfl KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Contrary to remarks by Kansas City owner Clark Hunt, Tony Gonzalez wants to be traded if the right deal can be made, a person close to the Pro Bowl tight end told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Asking not to be identified because of the sensitivity of the subject, the person said Gonzalez was surprised that Hunt had said the Chiefs were definitely not going to trade their 10-time Pro Bowler. "If the right deal can be made, Tony very much wants the Chiefs to trade him," the person said. "Tony is not demanding a trade. Tony cherishes the time he's spent with the Chiefs and he loves the way he's always been treated by the fans there. But he knows of some other teams that would be interested in him and if the right deal can be made, he wants it to be made." A Chiefs spokesman said Hunt could not be immediately reached. At the owners' meeting in Dana Point, Calif., on Monday, Hunt said the Chiefs had decided not to deal Gonzalez, whose many NFL records includes the most catches, yards receiving and touchdown receptions by a tight end. "We certainly will not seek a trade for Tony," Hunt told The Kansas City Star. "I think he's excited about the changes we've made here. I think he recognizes that with Todd (Haley) as the head coach, we're going to have an exciting offense and one that will feature the passing game." Since the end of a 2-14 season, the Chiefs have installed Scott Pioli as general manager and Haley as head coach. The 33-year-old Gonzalez asked to be traded last October. But then-general manager Carl Peterson said no team that Gonzalez was willing to go to made a good enough offer. The only tight end in NFL history selected to 10 Pro Bowls, Gonzalez was usually double-teamed last year but still caught 96 passes for 1,058 yards and 10 touchdowns. He plans on playing at least one more season and possibly two. "If the Chiefs can't make a deal with the right team, then Tony will be fine with that," The AP was told. "He is not demanding a trade. But if the right deal can be made, he very much would like to be traded."
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Mr. Kotter The Dude Abides Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Dakota Country Casino cash: $3234285	Clark *qualified* his statement....the Chiefs won't be shopping Tony--doesn't mean they won't listen to a reasonable proposal by someone. I think it would have to be a SB contender, that was willing to give at least a 3rd rounder--and after TG's second half last year, more likely a 2nd rounder. TG has 2-3 good years left....and could be the difference for a team like the Giants, the Patriots, the Jets, the Vikings, or maybe even someplace like Tennesee or Arizona. __________________ "I've always said I worry about legacy and winning rings more than making money at this moment...We see what's going on around the league, but at the same time, I'll never do anything that's going to hurt us from keeping the great players around me.”
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