Chiefs Fans uniting against Larry Johnson - Page 4

Hammock Parties · 10-27-2009, 04:42 PM

The torches and pitchforks are out.

Stop Larry Johnson from being the Chiefs all time leading rusher

To: Kansas City Chiefs Fans

Dear Scott Pioli,

Let us start with the point: We do not want Larry Johnson to become the Kansas City Chiefs all time leading rusher.

We are lifelong fans of the Kansas City Chiefs. Win or lose, good or bad, right or wrong, we love the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up in Kansas City, we were raised knowing there are two seasons in KC: Chiefs season and Road Construction. We feel we speak for an entire city when we say that we are an organization of hard working fans, hard working players and blue collar coaches that care passionately about not only our win/loss record, but also for the integrity of the game of football.

Being new to the organization, we would like to talk about something that has been on our minds since before the season started. We have had a long standing tradition of putting the best players in roles that best serve the needs of our team.

As a fan base, we have always taken pride in some of the names that have played on our field, hung in the Ring of Honor and those that are now immortalized in the Hall of Fame at Arrowhead Stadium. Names like Bobby Bell, Christian Okoye, Willie Roaf, Lenny Dawson, Priest Holmes, Abner Hayes and the amazing Derrick Thomas. These are just a few of the names that will live forever in the hearts and minds of Chiefs fans everywhere.

The times we've spent watching and supporting our great past players are times that we hold dear. The players were role models for us as we grew up, and they will be names we share with our children as they grow up. With that being said, one name that I hope is never mentioned amongst those great Chief names is Larry Johnson.

While we are thankful for his service, we feel that Larry has been a black eye on the organization and has no business being mentioned with some of the above names.

During his first few years in Kansas City, Larry Johnson ran through holes created by one of the greatest offensive lines ever put together. He was handed the ball and was asked to follow Tony Richardson, the best fullback to ever don a Chiefs helmet. Because of those early successes, Larry Johnson now sits on the cusp of becoming the all-time leading rusher in Kansas City Chiefs history. Not to discredit anything he has accomplished, but we believe it would be a travesty if Larry were to surpass the great Priest Holmes as the Chiefs all-time leading rusher.

It's not a hidden fact that Larry hates being in Kansas City. He doesn't like the organization, he doesn't like the fans, he doesn’t like the city. He has been more than vocal about how he feels about being a Chief. We've waited for years for him to be traded and we don't believe that there is an offensive line that can open a hole big enough for Larry and the chip on his shoulder to run through.

Let's talk about facts now. So far on the season, here are Larry's numbers:
7 Games
132 attempts
358 yards
2.7 yards per carry
51.1 yards per game
0 TD
0 runs of 20 or more yards
2 fumbles

That is abysmal. For a professional back in the NFL, that is absolutely terrible. There is no reason for him to keep getting starts. There is no reason for him to even see the ball. There is no reason for him to be on the sidelines. The number 27 should be taken off the field because of a line like that.

We are asking you, as fans of this team, this organization, and of the pride that this city has in the Chiefs, please deactivate Larry Johnson. Please do not let his name sit atop the all-time rushing leaders in Kansas City Chiefs history. He needs a mere 80 yards to surpass Priest. He doesn’t deserve that opportunity. He has never represented anything close to the values that we have for our Chiefs and it would be another dagger to the fans that continue to support this proud franchise.

We are asking this as a favor to those of us who have supported this team long, long, long before you were brought in. We will support you through thick and thin - you will find out that we are a loyal, loyal bunch. As you will learn, Kansas Citians are very supportive of our organizations. We love the Royals and the Chiefs. We understand there are ups and downs and we do not expect the team to win 12 games every year. We know the Chiefs will get better and that it might take some time. While we may be frustrated at times, we understand. However, allowing Larry Johnson to attain a record is something that can never be erased. In a year where the team is trying to look toward the future with many young players, please don’t add to the collective morose this city is feeling by allowing one of the truly great players, people, and role models in this city’s sporting history to be replaced in the record books by someone who we don’t like and who doesn’t like us. Show this town you are the leader the organization needs and release or deactivate Larry Johnsons now and never again let him wear the red and gold on Sunday.

Thanks for your time and understanding.

Sincerely,
The Undersigned

Hammock Parties · 10-28-2009, 09:56 AM

Wow, 274 sigs now.

Hammock Parties · 10-28-2009, 10:46 AM

165.

Smiling Bob

Even I can't fix this broken johnson

148.

Barack Obama

This is where I vote for the Heisman, right?

235.

larry johnson, sr.

this is it son...go live in goatchiefs mammas basement

219.

Well Hung Gay Guy

I'd f**k LJ in the a**!

285.

Patrick Alan Edwards

Larry must go! It pains me to say that, but as a resident of Valley Center, KS, I know a thing or two about good mustaches. In fact, I myself am a proud owner of a wonderful rope-like lip rug. LJ's stache is horrible and thus he must go.

Katie · 10-28-2009, 11:09 AM

I LOVE # 56!

Terribilis · 10-28-2009, 07:53 PM

headsnap · 10-28-2009, 08:06 PM

make sure you archive that s**t, I lost all of the comedy gold that was the Fire Greg Robinson petition...

Pioli Zombie · 10-28-2009, 08:24 PM

GoChiefs? Hating on Cassel. Then a Satan worshipper on DC. Now this. WTF?
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teedubya · 10-28-2009, 10:16 PM

I @toonicon'd this link... so he will definitely see this. lmao

cjp27 · 10-28-2009, 10:26 PM

Sign me up.

The way he runs, he wouldn't break the record, even if he started every game for the rest of the season. Douchebag.

chiefbowe82 · 10-28-2009, 10:28 PM

if he gets the record...it's well deserved in my book

DaKernal · 10-28-2009, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjp27

Sign me up.

The way he runs, he wouldn't break the record, even if he started every game for the rest of the season. Douchebag.

i was just gonna say the same thing

**Kyle DeLexus** · 10-28-2009, 10:33 PM

497 sigs

**Kyle DeLexus** · 10-28-2009, 10:36 PM

473. Clayton Wendler And I let you PIIMB!

Hammock Parties · 10-28-2009, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ari Chi3fs

I @toonicon'd this link... so he will definitely see this. lmao

Tell him it's down the street, not across the road.

Fish · 10-28-2009, 10:42 PM

LOL...

385.

Trey Randa

I agree with his comments about Haley, but he's not paid for his opinions

Get rid of him for having opinions dammit!! He's not paid for that!

Fish · 10-28-2009, 10:50 PM

262.

Rodney Swartz

Larry Johnson...More like Larry "you're" Goneson!!! Good riddance

Ohhhh damn.. Rodney.. sick burn..

10-27-2009, 04:42 PM
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $840478	Fans uniting against Larry Johnson The torches and pitchforks are out. Stop Larry Johnson from being the Chiefs all time leading rusher To: Kansas City Chiefs Fans Dear Scott Pioli, Let us start with the point: We do not want Larry Johnson to become the Kansas City Chiefs all time leading rusher. We are lifelong fans of the Kansas City Chiefs. Win or lose, good or bad, right or wrong, we love the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up in Kansas City, we were raised knowing there are two seasons in KC: Chiefs season and Road Construction. We feel we speak for an entire city when we say that we are an organization of hard working fans, hard working players and blue collar coaches that care passionately about not only our win/loss record, but also for the integrity of the game of football. Being new to the organization, we would like to talk about something that has been on our minds since before the season started. We have had a long standing tradition of putting the best players in roles that best serve the needs of our team. As a fan base, we have always taken pride in some of the names that have played on our field, hung in the Ring of Honor and those that are now immortalized in the Hall of Fame at Arrowhead Stadium. Names like Bobby Bell, Christian Okoye, Willie Roaf, Lenny Dawson, Priest Holmes, Abner Hayes and the amazing Derrick Thomas. These are just a few of the names that will live forever in the hearts and minds of Chiefs fans everywhere. The times we've spent watching and supporting our great past players are times that we hold dear. The players were role models for us as we grew up, and they will be names we share with our children as they grow up. With that being said, one name that I hope is never mentioned amongst those great Chief names is Larry Johnson. While we are thankful for his service, we feel that Larry has been a black eye on the organization and has no business being mentioned with some of the above names. During his first few years in Kansas City, Larry Johnson ran through holes created by one of the greatest offensive lines ever put together. He was handed the ball and was asked to follow Tony Richardson, the best fullback to ever don a Chiefs helmet. Because of those early successes, Larry Johnson now sits on the cusp of becoming the all-time leading rusher in Kansas City Chiefs history. Not to discredit anything he has accomplished, but we believe it would be a travesty if Larry were to surpass the great Priest Holmes as the Chiefs all-time leading rusher. It's not a hidden fact that Larry hates being in Kansas City. He doesn't like the organization, he doesn't like the fans, he doesn’t like the city. He has been more than vocal about how he feels about being a Chief. We've waited for years for him to be traded and we don't believe that there is an offensive line that can open a hole big enough for Larry and the chip on his shoulder to run through. Let's talk about facts now. So far on the season, here are Larry's numbers: 7 Games 132 attempts 358 yards 2.7 yards per carry 51.1 yards per game 0 TD 0 runs of 20 or more yards 2 fumbles That is abysmal. For a professional back in the NFL, that is absolutely terrible. There is no reason for him to keep getting starts. There is no reason for him to even see the ball. There is no reason for him to be on the sidelines. The number 27 should be taken off the field because of a line like that. We are asking you, as fans of this team, this organization, and of the pride that this city has in the Chiefs, please deactivate Larry Johnson. Please do not let his name sit atop the all-time rushing leaders in Kansas City Chiefs history. He needs a mere 80 yards to surpass Priest. He doesn’t deserve that opportunity. He has never represented anything close to the values that we have for our Chiefs and it would be another dagger to the fans that continue to support this proud franchise. We are asking this as a favor to those of us who have supported this team long, long, long before you were brought in. We will support you through thick and thin - you will find out that we are a loyal, loyal bunch. As you will learn, Kansas Citians are very supportive of our organizations. We love the Royals and the Chiefs. We understand there are ups and downs and we do not expect the team to win 12 games every year. We know the Chiefs will get better and that it might take some time. While we may be frustrated at times, we understand. However, allowing Larry Johnson to attain a record is something that can never be erased. In a year where the team is trying to look toward the future with many young players, please don’t add to the collective morose this city is feeling by allowing one of the truly great players, people, and role models in this city’s sporting history to be replaced in the record books by someone who we don’t like and who doesn’t like us. Show this town you are the leader the organization needs and release or deactivate Larry Johnsons now and never again let him wear the red and gold on Sunday. Thanks for your time and understanding. Sincerely, The Undersigned
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10-28-2009, 10:26 PM	#53
cjp27 Starter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Wichita Casino cash: $10004900	Sign me up. The way he runs, he wouldn't break the record, even if he started every game for the rest of the season. Douchebag.
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