Chiefs Vrabel's so happy to be a Chief! - Page 4

MoreLemonPledge · 06-07-2009, 02:13 PM

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Vrabel, for his part, admitted that was "confused" when New England traded him, along with quarterback Matt Cassel, to the Chiefs in early March.

"I’m here. I didn’t sign up. There’s a difference in this league in being a free agent and being traded," Vrabel said. "I don’t know what to tell you. I got a call in March, and here I am.

"Don’t confuse that I’m not excited to be here, because I’m here and I’m happy. ... I want to be here."

Vrabel said he skipped the Chiefs' previous organized team activities because the practices were considered optional, something Vrabel pointed out is a point of emphasis when the players' union negotiates a collective bargaining agreement with the league. He said his absence meant simply that he was complying with his rights as a player under that agreement.

"I was just trying to exercise my rights within the CBA," he said. "I’m happy as heck to be here right now."

Backtracking much? It's pretty obvious he's pissed that he's not in New England anymore.

Oh, and sorry if repost.

**RNR** · 06-08-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RustShack

I think Zach Thomas might have the edge on him for Defensive captain. They both could be captains though, didn't the Patriots have a bunch last year? Also I would guess Matt Cassel is the offensive captain.

I would be surprised if Thomas stays healthy. Vrabel is a gamer and at his aged I would expect him to be disappointed about being traded to a rebuilding team from a contender. He also strikes me as a solid veteran and would not be surprised to see him step into the captain role

BarrySPAMAID · 06-08-2009, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by sportsshrink

Precisely. I damn guarantee you Pioli and Vrabel talked prior to the trade and everything was already worked out that he would not be there until it was mandatory. Pioli and Haley both understand and granted him that respect. They know who they are getting in a player and have no worries. I would have done the same thing as a coach/GM.

Very good post. This is EXACTLY what I believe happened as well.

Pioli Zombie · 06-09-2009, 05:39 AM

Vrabel experienced football heaven and now gets to play really close to a Dennys.

Now he knows how Jesus must have felt.
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MoreLemonPledge M-I-Z S-E-C Join Date: Apr 2009 Casino cash: $10004927	Vrabel's so happy to be a Chief! http://chiefsblog.kansascity.com/?q=node/823 Vrabel, for his part, admitted that was "confused" when New England traded him, along with quarterback Matt Cassel, to the Chiefs in early March. "I’m here. I didn’t sign up. There’s a difference in this league in being a free agent and being traded," Vrabel said. "I don’t know what to tell you. I got a call in March, and here I am. "Don’t confuse that I’m not excited to be here, because I’m here and I’m happy. ... I want to be here." Vrabel said he skipped the Chiefs' previous organized team activities because the practices were considered optional, something Vrabel pointed out is a point of emphasis when the players' union negotiates a collective bargaining agreement with the league. He said his absence meant simply that he was complying with his rights as a player under that agreement. "I was just trying to exercise my rights within the CBA," he said. "I’m happy as heck to be here right now." Backtracking much? It's pretty obvious he's pissed that he's not in New England anymore. Oh, and sorry if repost.
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