Chiefs Gretz: Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M. - Page 3

**Tribal Warfare** · 06-06-2009, 06:22 PM

Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M.
June 6, 2009 - Bob Gretz |

From the Truman Sports Complex

Practice No. 4 went down Saturday afternoon, as the Chiefs wrapped up Day No. 2 of their three-day mini-camp. I’m going to bet head coach Todd Haley wasn’t very happy with his offense when this one was over.

The team got on the field earlier than expected because their annual meeting with NFL Security was over quicker than scheduled. Somebody must have forgotten to tell the offensive side, because they were out of synch and out of sorts throughout the session.

In the seven-on-seven passing drill, the football was on the ground more than it was in receivers hands. CBs Maurice Leggett and Ricardo Colclough both had interceptions. It was the second time on the day that Leggett had picked off QB Matt Cassel. There were several other near interceptions, a handful of dropped passes and what seemed like plenty of mental mistakes from the offense.

Things got worse in the teamwork portion of the practice. The Chiefs ran 12 plays and only three gained more than a few yards. There were two near interceptions by the defense, which twice snuffed out screen passes behind the line of scrimmage. The last play of teamwork and the practice ended with a shotgun snap from C Rudy Niswanger sailing over the head of Cassel.

There were 83 players on the field for the afternoon session; LB Monty Beisel was missing again as he was attending the wedding of his brother. Absent from the afternoon session was TE Tony Curtis, who was getting married Saturday evening. Congratulations to Curtis!

From that group, 79 took part in the practice work, as the rehab brigade continued on another field. It’s no picnic on the sidelines during practice for the injured. Those who are far enough along in their rehab to be able to move about are put through extensive drills by the strength and conditioning coaches. Sometimes, it looks like they are getting more work in than the guys who are actually practicing.

Some other observations from the afternoon session:

– On special teams, the club worked on field goal situations including what he defense should do after a blocked FG goes across the line of scrimmage or stays behind the line. The defense also worked on reacting to fake field goals.

– Kickers Connor Barth and Ryan Succop were both four-for-four on FGs from 32, 39, 43 and 45 yards. That was a pretty good effort given that there was a strong wind out of the southeast blowing into the practice fields. It was at the kickers back, but blowing from left to right.

– The Chiefs worked more on throwing the ball in this session than running. RB Larry Johnson ran several very nice routes, including one where he badly beat S Jarrad Page. But Johnson couldn’t pull down the high throw. RB Dantrell Savage got behind LB Corey Mays with a burst of speed on a long pass that was overthrown. WR Rodney Wright had a nice play, beating CB Brandon Flowers on a deep ball. FB Jed Collins made a real nice catch down field.

– Veteran RG Mike Goff again schooled No. 1 pick DE Tyson Jackson in the one-on-one pass protection drill, easily handling the younger player on three consecutive snaps. But third-round pick Alex Magee had three nice pass rushes going against LG Wade Smith. Things were different later when Magee went head-to-head against Brian Waters.

milkman · 06-07-2009, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNR

Nick sucks. Petro sucks. Farzin sucks.

Did that cover it?

No.

You forgot "Barry sucks" and "Kool-Aid sucks".

milkman · 06-07-2009, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarrysKOOLAID

So, if people want to Bash a Koolaid drinker for loving Everyone from Athan to Petro, to Farzin, I just say this,....

Go be pissed somewhere else...The Kansas City Chiefs are the greatest team in all of the land, and ANYONE who agree's with me has my absolute love and respect. Now, Faider fans,...that's when I get a little dirty. You are my friend too though, so you get the same amout of love buddy!!

And while we are at it, shut the **** up.

I'm going to be pissed right here.
Don't like it?
Too ****ing bad.

**the Talking Can** · 06-07-2009, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarrysKOOLAID

Look bro, Barry is a big boy, and thanks for getting my back. You know Nick is my friend, and I'm not the kind of poster that would bash a friend. I could give a shite less what anyone else thinks of him or Me. I'm what you call, an "equal opportunity" blogger.

And what Nick does for the community of Chiefs fans outside of Kansas City, as well as in, is what I am all about. Chiefsnation. Talking Chiefs, every damn day of my life. I know you feel me bro,...

So, if people want to Bash a Koolaid drinker for loving Everyone from Athan to Petro, to Farzin, I just say this,....

Go be pissed somewhere else...The Kansas City Chiefs are the greatest team in all of the land, and ANYONE who agree's with me has my absolute love and respect. Now, Faider fans,...that's when I get a little dirty. You are my friend too though, so you get the same amout of love buddy!!

Nick Athan is a shit stain embarrassment to humanity and the English language.....he makes reeruns write letters to the editor he's so ****ing pathetically stupid....

I'd sooner Gunther bare backed me while singing Slow Ride than read one single mind destroying sentence from the Circus Clown of sports writing...

that explains a lot, you liking Nick...

Fat Elvis · 06-07-2009, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the Talking Can

Nick "Assclown" Athan is a shit stain embarrassment to humanity and the English language.....he makes reeruns write letters to the editor he's so ****ing pathetically stupid....

I'd sooner Gunther bare backed me while singing Slow Ride than read one single mind destroying sentence from the Circus Clown of sports writing...

that explains a lot, you liking Nick...

Coogs · 06-07-2009, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarrysKOOLAID

And what Nick does for the community of Chiefs fans outside of Kansas City, as well as in, is what I am all about. Chiefsnation. Talking Chiefs, every damn day of my life. I know you feel me bro,...

I too love talking Chiefs every damn day. And, like a fool, I paid the $109 dollar fee. You know the old saying... Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice...

BarrySPAMAID · 06-07-2009, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by milkman

No.

You forgot "Barry sucks" and "Kool-Aid sucks".

Charming.

Quote:

Originally Posted by milkman

And while we are at it, shut the **** up.

On a roll today are we Milkman?

I'm going to be pissed right here.
Don't like it?
Too ****ing bad.

Be pissed all you want. I never said you couldn't be bro. Not my business.

Quote:

Originally Posted by the Talking Can

Nick "Assclown" Athan is a shit stain embarrassment to humanity and the English language.....he makes reeruns write letters to the editor he's so ****ing pathetically stupid....

I'd sooner Gunther bare backed me while singing Slow Ride than read one single mind destroying sentence from the Circus Clown of sports writing...

that explains a lot, you liking Nick...

Classy!!

Mr. Krab · 06-07-2009, 12:02 PM

You gotta give Gretz credit, he's about the only guy actually reporting anything.

BigChiefFan · 06-07-2009, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Krab's

You gotta give Gretz credit, he's about the only guy actually reporting anything.

I agree. He's done a better job since he doesn't have to kiss Carl's butt anymore.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-07-2009, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

I agree. He's done a better job since he doesn't have to kiss Carl's butt anymore.

Yep.

**Tribal Warfare** · 06-07-2009, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarrysKOOLAID

Look bro, Barry is a big boy, and thanks for getting my back. You know Nick is my friend, and I'm not the kind of poster that would bash a friend. I could give a shite less what anyone else thinks of him or Me. I'm what you call, an "equal opportunity" blogger.

Are you a part of JD Prez's diluted NEPA gang?

BarrySPAMAID · 06-07-2009, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare

Are you a part of JD Prez's diluted NEPA gang?

Huh?

Sweet Daddy Hate · 06-07-2009, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarrysKOOLAID

Huh?

That's what I said.

06-06-2009, 06:22 PM
Tribal Warfare Man of Culture Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Far Beyond Comprehension Casino cash: $-3087187	Gretz: Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M. Mini-Camp Update 6/6 P.M. June 6, 2009 - Bob Gretz \| From the Truman Sports Complex Practice No. 4 went down Saturday afternoon, as the Chiefs wrapped up Day No. 2 of their three-day mini-camp. I’m going to bet head coach Todd Haley wasn’t very happy with his offense when this one was over. The team got on the field earlier than expected because their annual meeting with NFL Security was over quicker than scheduled. Somebody must have forgotten to tell the offensive side, because they were out of synch and out of sorts throughout the session. In the seven-on-seven passing drill, the football was on the ground more than it was in receivers hands. CBs Maurice Leggett and Ricardo Colclough both had interceptions. It was the second time on the day that Leggett had picked off QB Matt Cassel. There were several other near interceptions, a handful of dropped passes and what seemed like plenty of mental mistakes from the offense. Things got worse in the teamwork portion of the practice. The Chiefs ran 12 plays and only three gained more than a few yards. There were two near interceptions by the defense, which twice snuffed out screen passes behind the line of scrimmage. The last play of teamwork and the practice ended with a shotgun snap from C Rudy Niswanger sailing over the head of Cassel. There were 83 players on the field for the afternoon session; LB Monty Beisel was missing again as he was attending the wedding of his brother. Absent from the afternoon session was TE Tony Curtis, who was getting married Saturday evening. Congratulations to Curtis! From that group, 79 took part in the practice work, as the rehab brigade continued on another field. It’s no picnic on the sidelines during practice for the injured. Those who are far enough along in their rehab to be able to move about are put through extensive drills by the strength and conditioning coaches. Sometimes, it looks like they are getting more work in than the guys who are actually practicing. Some other observations from the afternoon session: – On special teams, the club worked on field goal situations including what he defense should do after a blocked FG goes across the line of scrimmage or stays behind the line. The defense also worked on reacting to fake field goals. – Kickers Connor Barth and Ryan Succop were both four-for-four on FGs from 32, 39, 43 and 45 yards. That was a pretty good effort given that there was a strong wind out of the southeast blowing into the practice fields. It was at the kickers back, but blowing from left to right. – The Chiefs worked more on throwing the ball in this session than running. RB Larry Johnson ran several very nice routes, including one where he badly beat S Jarrad Page. But Johnson couldn’t pull down the high throw. RB Dantrell Savage got behind LB Corey Mays with a burst of speed on a long pass that was overthrown. WR Rodney Wright had a nice play, beating CB Brandon Flowers on a deep ball. FB Jed Collins made a real nice catch down field. – Veteran RG Mike Goff again schooled No. 1 pick DE Tyson Jackson in the one-on-one pass protection drill, easily handling the younger player on three consecutive snaps. But third-round pick Alex Magee had three nice pass rushes going against LG Wade Smith. Things were different later when Magee went head-to-head against Brian Waters.
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